Birth to 6 months Patches of flaky skin may appear in very visible places, including baby's chubby cheeks, behind the 6 to 12 months You may see eczema on your baby's elbows and knees The rash may be irritated or flare up if your child Around age 2 Eczema may appear in the little creasesIn babies, eczema usually starts on the scalp and face Red, dry rashes may show up on the cheeks, forehead, and around the mouth Eczema usually does not develop in the diaper area In young schoolaged children, the eczema rash is often in the elbow creases, on the backs of the knees, on the neck, and around the eyesDaily bathing and moisturizing is key to treating baby (infantile) eczema (atopic dermatitis) Use a mild cleanser and warm water After a bath of no more than 15 minutes, rinse completely, gently pat your baby dry and apply a fragrancefree cream or ointment such as petroleum jelly (Vaseline), while the skin is still damp Eczema In Children Real Mums Share Their Tips For Dealing With Th...