KeTwanna Young

The harsh, ever-changing temps and dryness of winter can have some harsh, ever-changing effects for people with atopic dermatitis. But there are some ways to help soothe your skin and...

As humans, we have many essential needs that are pertinent to our physical, mental, and behavioral health. These needs are important contributing factors in our growth and development or lack...

Grass! It's everywhere and is used for everything in the south! It's a fall zone for playgrounds; it's a place to sit for concerts, it's a picnic, it is a...

Water is one of my two-year-old daughter's favorite things to play in and with. She loves helping me wash dishes. She loves playing in the shower and has blast during...

For my daughter, chlorine at appropriate levels in pool water and at water parks has shown to not be irritating to all of her atopic dermatitis. However, chlorine, at any...

Sprinklers and splash parks are a fun way to celebrate summer fun. They're a great and simple way to have fun in the sun while staying cool at the same...

Every baby, toddler, or kid has a slightly different routine that works for them and their atopic dermatitis. As triggers and allergens differ so does the need for products. Likewise...

As June comes to an end, summer is just beginning! Summer is officially here, in all it's heated, sunny glory. With the drastic changes in weather, come changes in activities, hours...

Sun is summertime's best friend. It's a friend to most children who enjoy the great outdoors. My toddler loves to run and have fun in the sun. She cries in...

Having a night out with your family and/or friends should be a fun, stress-free time to enjoy yourself and relax. It is a time to unwind while you dine and...

Before I was a caregiver for my daughter and an advocate for her atopic dermatitis. I was a teenager with siblings who have atopic dermatitis. I have atopic dermatitis flare-ups...

There is a long list of atopic dermatitis don'ts filled with foods, drinks, and product irritants. While there are many atopic dermatitis no-no's, there are also some drinks that are...

Atopic dermatitis is a tricky condition. Its irritants cannot be pinpointed as one thing or even a few. There are many items of clothing that cause irritation. There are also...

I am extremely fortunate to have birthed such a sound little sleeper. My daughter has always been an overall great sleeper. Even in her "womb days," she slept very well...

We all have our retrospective, reflective moments. One of my greatest moments of retrospect is how atopic dermatitis affected my daughter in December. My daughter missed so many days of...

As a mom and caregiver of a child with atopic dermatitis, one of my biggest struggles and goals is healthy dieting for my daughter. Of course, your diet has a...

The effects of atopic dermatitis can be of great detriment to sleep, and can be quite uncomfortable. But, with planning and preparation, proactive prevention is doable. Everybody's process is different...

One of the many proactive prevention methods that can help lessen the frequency or intensity of atopic dermatitis flare-ups is being mindful, informed, and selective about the clothing you or...

Atopic dermatitis has so many physical triggers. So many visible things can cause or contribute to atopic dermatitis flare-ups. The obvious detergents, soaps, dyes, lotions, perfumes can have devastating affects...

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