I believe that if you are blessed, it is a MUST that you share those blessings with other. You must be a light in someone life.
]]>I believe that if you are blessed, it is a MUST that you share those blessings with other. You must be a light in someone's life. Our two youngest children, Samantha and Elijah were adopted through what is called Kinship Adoption. They are our biological grandchildren. We received a message from their Bio mom asking if we could take Samantha and Elijah because they were going into foster care. Because it was such short notice, we couldn't stop them from going into foster care. They had to go to a foster home for about a month. We eventually became foster parents so that we could adopt them. Although the process to become a foster parent wasn't long, the adoption process was. It took over 4 years. But on November 1, 2016, Samantha and Elijah officially became our children.
In honor of that, for the entire month of November, we will be donating 5% of our sales to TRACares. TRACares is a grassroots charity, ran by volunteers. TRACares help adoptee's and birth families in need.
I have witnessed the love of this organization. They came together in a matter of hours to help a grandmother of 8. This grandmother needed so much assistance to not only keep her grandchildren out of foster care, but most importantly, keep them together. TRACares came to the rescue.
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]]>Unfortunately, Eczema is an autoimmune disease that doesn't have a cure. There are things you can do reduce the symptoms.
Yes, eczema can appear in patch. For some it only appears on the hands, for others it appears in the crevices of their skin, for others it appears around their mouths. Each person is different. But for infants, it's common to appear either on their face, in the crease of their arm, knee, or back.
No matter where it appears, it can be very irritating. For infants, it can be a little tricky because they can't communicate with you. If your doctor prescribes hydrocortisone cream, apply it at night so that your child can get some rest. 30 seconds after applying the hydrocortisone cream, generously apply All Over Butter or Ultimate Hydration.
]]>If you are anything like I use to be, drinking water is a pain. I started off by adding lemons to my water. I found squeezing the juice in the water instead of placing it directly in the water gave it a little more flavor. I also sometimes use water enhancement drops for extra flavor. Whatever you have to do to increase your water intake is fine. Just get it in. Your body will love you for it.
Be sure that you are using a good moisturizer like All Over Butter or Ultimate Hydration to help seal in (All Over Butter) or add moisture (Ultimate Hydration) to your skin.
]]>I know I sound like a broken record sometimes, but knowing what triggers your eczema is key. There are so many things you could have a slight allergy to that can be triggering your eczema. Once you figure our your triggers, avoid them as much as possible. If your trigger is something unavoidable, like the environment (trees, grass, pollen, dust, etc.), try to take a shower as soon as you come in the house.
Drink lots of water. If you are a person that doesn't like water, try adding a few drops of flavor drops (its located in the water isle at the grocery store) or add some fruit. You must stay hydrated from the inside out.
It is super important to keep your skin moisturized. Our All Over Butter and Ultimate Hydration are great choices. All Over Butter is a blend of moisturizing butters and oils and Ultimate Hydration is a nut free moisturizer made with mango butter.
Please email us at info@chathamnaturalskincare.com if you have any questions.
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- Chaundra and Joe
www.chathamnaturalskincare.com
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If you have eczema, dry air can make your skin feel worst. Running a cool mist humidifier at night, along with using a good moisturizer like All Over Butter or Ultimate Hydration, can make a world of difference. Be sure to keep the humidifier clean to avoid further health issues.
All Over Butter and Ultimate Hydration are both available on a subscription. You will get 10% off of the normal price and free shipping. You can get it delivered every month or every other month. You can cancel at anytime.
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Taking a bath or shower a night has its benefits. Not only does it relax your body after a long day, it also helps to retain moisture. By applying a moisturizer directly after bathing, you will not only seal in moisture, but it will help replenish your skin's barrier. Because your skin cells are regenerating overnight, you should notice a difference by morning.
If you have extremely dry, scaly skin, try applying a ceramide rich oil like our Body and Scalp Oil and seal it in with our All Over Butter for an added layer of protection.
Join us in our facebook group Eczema Warriors. We are building a community where you can freely ask question and get advice from people who understand your eczema struggles. There isn't a cure for eczema. But we can work together to try to get a control of it.
]]>Mom's who breastfeed can unknowingly pass allergens on to their little ones. Food allergens can present itself in various ways. Your baby can have an eczema breakout, develop a rash, have gas or even diarrhea. Below is a list of common allergens in infants.
Most doctors won't preform an allergy test on children until the age of 2. Keeping a food journal that contains everything you eat, can possibly help you narrow down what foods your child maybe allergic to. This is a temporary solution until your child is old enough to receive the allergy test. If you notice that your baby has an eczema breakout after you consume one of the items listed below, you may want to eliminate it from your diet while breastfeeding. This does not replace any medical advice or take the place of an allergy test.
It is also very important to keep your child's skin moisturized. Our All Over Butter and Ultimate Hydration are absolutely amazing. They naturally hydrate your baby's dry sensitive skin.
Enjoy your weekend.
Chaundra and Joe Turner
www.chathamnaturalskincare.com
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Being aware of triggers is crucial to successfully managing eczema. When Samantha was first diagnosed with eczema, her formula being an eczema trigger was the furthest thing from my mind. I immediately changed our laundry detergent and paid close attention to anything we was putting on her skin. She was still having severe breakouts and we couldn't figure out why. A friend of mines suggested keeping a food journal for a few day. I was able to narrow down her trigger to her formula.
One of the formula options was a soy milk. We switched to that and she would vomit and have sever diarrhea. So sever that daycare wouldn't allow her to return for a few days. After consulting with her pediatrician, I found out she was lactose intolerant. I immediately saw an improvement in her skin after removing dairy.
When she was old enough to eat table food, we started to more breakouts after she ate pasta. Which was another beast in itself.
I will probably get on your nerves by talking about journaling so much. Journaling can save your life when all else fails.
Have a fantastical day.
Chaundra and Joe Turner
]]>There is is huge correlation between gluten intolerance and eczema. When Samantha turned 2, we were finally able to get an allergy test. We found out that she suffered from several allergens that would trigger a flair-up. She had environmental allergens such as tree's, grass, as well as a few food intolerance. She had both a lactose intolerance as well as a gluten intolerance. Her gluten intolerance was the toughest for us. She would have severe eczema flair-ups within 24 - 48 hours after she had gluten.
At the time, I had no clue that gluten was in a lot of things. We had to educate our family on what gluten was. It was hard keeping her 100% gluten free. We were able to keep her about 90% gluten free.
If we knew she was going to a birthday party, we would bring our own cupcakes or bring a rice krispy treat and use the frosting from the birthday cake. If we knew she was going to visit grandma, we would make sure she didn't have any gluten during the week because she might unknowingly have some at grandma's house. If we were going to a family dinner, we would bring a gluten free alternative so that she would be able to have a similar diner item.
She became well aware of her eczema flair-ups. She knew they occurred after she ate bread or pasta. By the time she was 3 and a half, she would be sure to ask if the dish was gluten free.
This eczema journey has been such a learning experience for us. But we will do anything to decrease the number of flair-ups. What are your alternatives for your kids with food allergies?
We can't wait to hear from you.
Chaundra and Joe Turner
]]>Some things in life are complicated. Improving the appearance of dry, sensitive skin doesn't have to be one of those things. We're here to help you keep things simple.
Did you know skin is the body's largest organ? Like our internal organs, a well-balanced diet and proper hydration are essential to its health. The other piece of the puzzle for healthier skin? Chatham Natural Skin Care products to cleanse and moisturize your skin.
What goes on your body is just as important as what goes in it. You keep an on your diet and allow Chatham Natural Skin Care to take care of your skin. Simple, right?
Have a fantastic day....
Chaundra and Joe Turner
]]>Warm, sunny days are a welcome change from winter's cold, unless you're a seasonal eczema suffer. The otherwise beautiful weather brings with it warmer temps, and eventually, the heat and humidity bring out beads of sweat we could all live without. Sweat worsens eczema conditions. Minimizing triggers is one of the best things you can do during the warm weather months. We have listed a few tips below:
Having eczema or dry, sensitive skin doesn't mean having to sacrifice fun in the summer sun, but it does mean being prepared for that fun. Taking the necessary precautions will help you to enjoy a beautiful spring and a great summer.
Have a wonderful summer….
Chaundra and Joe Turner
www.chathamnaturalskincare.com
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