Useful allergy and eczema links

• I have eczema blogspot is Jenny’s story and it’s both so sad and inspiring as she shares her struggle with eczema, photos of her skin and how she is coping with such bad eczema on her face. From someone who has eczema on their face I know what she is going through and love reading her blog. It’s good to know you are not alone.http://i-have-eczema.blogspot.co.uk/
• Eczema Blues is a resource for parents with eczema kids! Marcie’s Mum started this blog when her new baby girl developed eczema at just two weeks old giving her first-hand experience of how stressful it is to cope with a scratching, unhappy baby. Eczema Blues is a light-hearted and comprehensive resource for all you parents out there with eczema kids.http://eczemablues.com
• My Eczema Skincare blog is a must read for anyone struggling to control eczematous skin, trying different creams and ointments and fighting through the flare-ups. You might discover something that might help heal your skin. http://myeczematales.wordpress.com/
• Itchin Since 87 – Ashley Wall’s blog is brilliant! Based in the US she shares her journey and she covers such interesting topics such as skin in the royal family, how she became an advocate and more. Check out itchingsince87.com
• Deeper than Eczema – Trudie’s blog, sharing her experiences living with eczema

• The National Eczema Society – is the main UK charity supporting people living with eczema. You can download the NES and BAD guidelines on eczema and topical steroid withdrawal here.
• Scratch That UK – Eczema and Topical Steroid Withdrawal Advice, Support Group and Resources.
• ITSAN – The International Topical Steroid Awareness Network is a nonprofit charity formed to raise awareness about a condition called Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome

• Cara Ward’s blog – Cara is cured from TSW and eczema. Also author of Curing my incurable eczema. Her blog also has an extensive list of TSW resources.
• Sasha's blog - Sashibot or Sasha Rodin as we all know her is a nurse by trade, and currently going through TSW. Her blog is packed full of  research notes, protocols and advice for anyone going through TSW.
• Amy Lou has eczema and has done all her life. This blog is her journey from chronic eczema all over her body through topical steroid withdrawal. https://didsomeonesaycheese.wordpress.com/
• Preventable Doc – Documentary, documenting Briana and others journeys with TSW.
• Jem’s TSW blog – sharing his story to discovering TSW and starting to heal his skin – Jem Brown’s TSW blog.

Carley Findlay has Icthyiosis and speaks candidly about looking different, disabilities and living with a visible skin condition - https://carlyfindlay.com.au/

• Allergy Companions – Brilliant for searching for places to eat in your local area or where you plan to travel to. You can also add your reviews when you’ve had a great experience. Completely free to use. https://www.allergycompanions.com/
• Foods Matter magazine – Packed with articles on allergies, freefrom food and more –  www.foodsmatter.com
• Anaphylaxis UK – Charity for people with life threatening allergies –  www.anaphylaxis.org.uk
• Allergy UK – The leading charity for people with food allergy, intolerance and chemical insensitivity www.allergyuk.org
• The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network – www.foodallergy.com
• Medic Alert – www.medicalert.org.uk
• The Allergy & Gluten Free Show, growing in popularity and held every year in London – www.allergyshow.co.uk

• Editor of Foodsmatter.com, Michelle Berridale-Jonhson’s thoughts about food, health, allergies, freefrom – and cats! https://www.michellesblog.co.uk/
• Alex Gazzola’s blog, Allergy Insight blog, on coeliac disease, food intolerance and food allergy news, views, research, reports, media and analysis – https://www.allergy-insight.com
• Nickel Food Allergy Blog –  https://nickelfoodallergy.com/
• Micki Rose’s Pure Health Clinic blog. Micki is a naturopathic nutritionist and health writer based in the UK. With 20 years’ experience in natural health she founder the renowned Purehealth Clinic – https://purehealthclinic.co.uk/
• Dr George Du Toit’s Allergy Blog which he writes for his patients is full of useful information for living with allergies – http://childrensallergyservice.blogspot.com/
• Dr Adrian Morris Surrey Allergy Clinic where he assesses and clinically tests patients for allergies and immune conditions – http://www.allergy-clinic.co.uk/
• AllergyMatters – Sarah Chapman is Mum to allergic kids and also has allergies herself. She is a regular supporter of allergy charities and passionate for the cause!
• Dairy Free Baby & Me – A brilliant blog written by Mum to a dairy allergic child, documenting  her journey through eczema, weaning, breastfeeding and feeding her allergic child. http://dairyfreebabyandme.blogspot.com/
• Legume Allergy Blog – Written by Mum to two allergic boys, one with legume allergies and the other allergic to nuts. https://www.legumeallergy.co.uk/
• The Intolerant Gourmand – Nathalie shares brilliant freefrom recipes and blogs about being a mum to her allergic boy who has multiple life threatening allergies https://www.intolerantgourmand.com/
• yesnobananas – Blog by Alexa Baracaia, mum to a multiple-allergic son. https://yesnobananas.wordpress.com/
• May Contain Blog and podcast written by Dan who also has a Pod Cast which is well worth a listen.
• Allergies in Bold – written by 16 year old Thalina, this website is a showcase for raising awareness and living well with allergies
• The Allergy Table – written by Lindi is a must read for any adults with allergies, packed with blogs, product review and more. Lindi writes eloquently and shares her experiences. https://www.theallergytable.org/
• The Nickel Food Allergy Blog, from Christy Cushing is brilliant if you have a nickel allergy like me. It's not as simple as you might think! From jewellery to food and more. /https://nickelfoodallergy.com/

• Free From Fairy – Simply the best gluten free flour blend I’ve tried. Follow Vicki’s blog for simple, healthy recipes for the whole family to enjoy https://freefromfairy.com/
• Foodsmatter  – For inspiration in the kitchen, check out the freefrom food recipes website http://www.freefromrecipesmatter.com/
• Glutarama is a brilliant recipe blog packed with gluten free and often vegan recipes. Sign up for a free freefrom biscuits cook book https://www.glutarama.com/

•  A Free From World – Since having my daughter I have started a blog called A FreeFrom World, on parenting a child (and wifeing a husband!) with allergies and eczema. It can be found at:
  https://afreefromworld.wordpress.com/
• Dairy free Baby and me – Read this blog if you have a dairy allergic child, it covers everything from shopping and weaning to parties and starting school. http://dairyfreebabyandme.blogspot.co.uk/
• The Allergic Kid shares her journey as the mother of an allergic child, recipes, tips and beautiful photographs of her inspirationally beautiful food creations. I’d never have thought they were allergen free.http://allergickid.blogspot.com/

• Gluten Free Mrs D is a seasoned gluten free adventurer and traveller. Visit her blog for holiday tips for different countries, including eateries in London and across the UK and recipes and general gluten free living – http://www.glutenfreemrsd.com/
• Dublin with food allergies , written by Aurea Conroy, is a brilliant blog to visit if you’re thinking of visiting the Emerald Isles – you’ll find restaurant and product reviews. http://dublinwithfoodallergies.blogspot.com/
• Allergy Companions – Brilliant for searching for places to eat in your local area or where you plan to travel to. You can also add your reviews when you’ve had a great experience. Completely free to use. https://www.allergycompanions.com/

• Michelle’s Coeliac’s Matter website is a must visit for coeliacs, gluten free and wheat intolerants out there – www.coeliacsmatter.com/
• Micki Rose’s Truly Gluten Free blog is full of information about coeliac disease, Non-Coeliac Gluten Sensitivity, NCGS, recipes, tips, articles and a whole lot more – http://trulyglutenfree.co.uk/
• Gluten Free Mrs D is a season gluten free adventurer and traveller. Visit her blog for holiday tips for different countries, including eateries in London and across the UK and recipes and general gluten free living – http://www.glutenfreemrsd.com/
• The Gluten Free Guerrillas believe life is a Gluten Jungle for Coeliacs. Their aim is to help to collaborate and campaign for a better GF future for us, our friends and families. Together we can share tips and encourage organisations to offer more GF services and products. Get involved today! – http://glutenfreeguerrillas.tumblr.com/
• The free from (gluten) blog also contains recipes and tips on living with coeliac disease and gluten intolerance – http://www.free-from.com/blog/
• The Gluten Free Cat blog. Heather is a curious girl in a gluten free world. Her blog shares recipes and tips for eating out and hosting dinner for those with allergies – http://www.glutenfreecat.com/
• The Gluten Free Jesus Freak blog. Navigating the intimately connected cultures of Christianity and food – http://glutenfreejesusfreak.blogspot.com/

• talkhealth is an online patient support and information community for specific health conditions which provides a snapshot of the latest health news – http://www.talkhealthpartnership.com/blog/
• The Lunch Box Doctor, Jenny Tschiesche educates about healthy and nutritional food for families and understands allergies and intolerances https://www.lunchboxdoctor.com/
• Nutritionist Resource provides the UK with a huge nutrition support network, enabling those in need to find a nutritionist close to them and appropriate for their needs. This is a free, confidential service that will provide those seeking support with all the information they need. Every nutritionist on the site who has submitted their profile has either sent a copy of their qualifications and insurance cover to us, or is registered with a professional body with recognised codes of ethics and
  practice. http://www.nutritionist-resource.org.uk
• Advance Nutrition from Christine Bailey is full of nutrition advice, recipes, the lot! http://www.advancenutrition.co.uk/