How 11 Month Old Hazel Healed Her Eczema Naturally in 2 Months
Julia Martin 
Discover how we uncovered the root causes of baby Hazel’s eczema and the steps we took for long-term healing
I want to share a powerful story with you today—one that may feel familiar for all the eczema warrior moms out there. Meet Lauren and her daughter, Hazel.
When Hazel was just a few months old, Lauren noticed a persistent rash developing under Hazel’s chin. At first, it seemed like typical teething irritation, but as time passed, the rash spread to her bottom and became more severe. This made wearing diapers a miserable experience.
Lauren tried all the typical treatments to try and get Hazel’s rash under control. She visited her pediatrician, and was given creams, topicals, and even steroids. But Lauren felt in her gut that something deeper was going on.
“My gut was telling me this wasn’t the reason for this rash. I didn't feel like the steroids were helping her, so I started searching for the root cause.”
Lauren was already aware of how root causes like toxins and leaky gut can impact a person’s health. After her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer several years earlier, she and her family adopted a less toxic lifestyle—swapping food and household products for nontoxic alternatives. Not only that, but Lauren has a background in medicine as an orthopedic physician assistant.
It didn’t sit right with her to keep slathering Hazel’s skin with more chemicals and creams. She knew there was a deeper health issue at play, but because it didn’t present as typical eczema, she was struggling to connect the dots.
“When you're a mom in medicine, it's hard to find the line between being a practitioner and being a mom.”
As a German MD., functional medicine practitioner, and mom of two young boys, I can relate to Lauren’s dilemma. The ‘root cause’ approach goes against everything we learn in medical school. But as a mom, it can be difficult to make decisions that go against the grain, even when your gut is telling you otherwise.
Uncovering the root cause of Hazel’s eczema
Luckily, Lauren decided to follow her gut instinct, and join my Ex-zema™ coaching program. Shortly after we started working together, we figured out what was causing Hazel’s eczema.
Before starting the program, Hazel had been suffering from frequent ear infections. She was put on a round of oral antibiotics and her eczema exploded.
“It got way worse,” Lauren explained. “It spread to her chest, back, arms, and her bottom. She was itching constantly and couldn’t sleep because of it.”
Although it was tough to see little Hazel struggling, this gave Lauren and I a huge clue into what was driving her daughter’s eczema: gut dysbiosis.
Frequent antibiotic use disrupts the balance of good bacteria in the gut, weakening the immune system and triggering inflammation. This imbalance, known as gut dysbiosis, can make skin conditions like eczema much worse.
How we helped Hazel clear her eczema in two months
Once we understood the root cause of Hazel’s eczema, Lauren was able to make changes to support Hazel’s healing. We used holistic topicals to ease Hazel’s diaper rash, and made changes to her diet. We also helped Hazel supplement with the right dosage of probiotics and yeast biotics to support her gut (without triggering more flares).
After just 8 weeks of following this gut healing protocol, Hazel’s skin was completely clear.
Moving beyond gut health for long-term healing
Although Hazel's story was a success, in some ways it was also uncommon. Hazel is a clear example of what I call “hitting the root cause jackpot.” In other words, the red flags in her health history and patterns in her symptoms gave us a clear direction to follow.
But functional medicine isn’t always that simple. For many of my clients, it takes deeper investigative work and testing to uncover the root causes driving their eczema.
Once Hazel’s skin improved with diet and supplementation, Lauren shifted her focus to reducing Hazel's inflammation, so she won't have to rely on antibiotics in the future. The steps she's taking now are not only keeping Hazel's skin clear, but setting her up for long-term health.
When asked what advice Lauren would give to other eczema warriors, she said:
“If you feel like something isn't right, do yourself a service and dig deeper. You can take the easy way out and go with what your insurance covers, but if things aren’t adding up, research and make informed choices. You are your biggest advocate.”
If you’re struggling to uncover the root cause of your child’s eczema, there is hope. I help eczema parents just like Lauren uncover their child’s unique root causes inside my Ex-zema™ programs.
If you’re ready for targeted support to heal your eczema, here’s how I can help:
The Ex-zema™ Root Cause Solution: Get access to my 10-step proven method for identifying and addressing the root causes of your eczema—at an affordable price. Inside the membership, you’ll find structured guidance, expert-led trainings, and a supportive community to help you heal every step of the way.
Ex-zema™ 1-1 Coaching: For those ready to fast-track their healing with personalized support, my one-on-one coaching offers a tailored approach to overcoming eczema based on your individual situation. We’ll work closely together to uncover your unique root causes, create a customized healing plan, and make adjustments along the way so you can see real, lasting results.