Hi, I'm Korey, mom of an adolescent boy with moderate to severe eczema based in California. I have a decade of experience navigating eczema treatment and management as well as the social and lifestyle issues that come up for parents and families. I'm here to help you find your best solutions for yourself and your child and have special knowledge of the latest science and research on eczema. Looking forward to meeting you!

Hello, I'm Christine—a mother of two young boys grappling with differing degrees of moderate to severe eczema and food allergies. My journey began with my eldest, diagnosed with severe AD at a mere 2 months old. As a first-time mom, the weight of responsibility to alleviate my son's suffering, coupled with the overwhelming guilt, was profound. I understand the depths of this struggle intimately, and I want you to know that you don't have to navigate it in isolation.

Hi, I’m Rebekah, the parent of 2 children. My youngest has always had eczema but, over the years, her eczema became so debilitating she was missing school and activities and couldn’t sleep because of uncontrollable itching. We experienced it all -- sleepless nights, hours researching remedies, buying every supplement and cream available and trying to get the whole family on board with elimination diets. We are still riding this wave but have come to a stable place now. I know the benefit of support from parents who are on this journey but are already a few steps ahead. I am here to help.

Hello, I’m Ashley, a mom of 3. My oldest was diagnosed with eczema at 4 months old; it progressed to severe eczema peaking when she was about 2 after having tried everything on the market and more. Luckily in 2019, we found GPER, giving us a community around other eczema parents and kids that provided support and understanding. I’m a pharmacist and have used my education and training to help overcome the barriers many parents and patients face in attaining new eczema therapies like insurance coverage, provider relationships, and prior approvals. I’m passionate about helping other families along this journey now - you are not alone.

Hello, I'm Angela. I've been on this eczema journey for over 10 years, as my son was diagnosed as an infant. As a parent of a child with severe eczema, loneliness, desperation, and guilt have been common struggles. For me, finding community has lifted some of the burden of this condition and has shown me that I am not alone. Our group is a welcoming and judgment-free space where you can talk with others who share this journey. I hope some of your burden is lifted too, and you too realize that you are not alone.

I'm a mom of three and our family lives in central OK. My first had mild eczema by his 6-week pediatric appointment. It gradually worsened until it became severe at age 2. We’ve dealt with eczema, asthma and food allergies for over 10 years. The helplessness was overwhelming and feeling like I was the only mom to have walked that road was hard. I was desperate to find someone who could both relate and show me there was light on the other side of the darkness. Our group is a warm place to come and unload some of the weight.

Hi, my name is Christina and I'm a mom of three. My second-born was diagnosed with severe atopic dermatitis at 5 months old and we've been managing his eczema since. It has been an experience that has touched every single member of our family and an effort we make daily to manage. That first year was a shock to our family unit, but with support, education, and care our family has adjusted. Some days are very hard, some days we have big wins, and some days, everything in between. Thinking back on the fear, anxiety, and loneliness we felt in that first year has been a strong motivator to make myself available to support other families managing the challenges of childhood eczema. I'm happy to be a part of your family's support system.

Hi, I'm Gaby from Venezuela. I married my college sweetheart in 2006 and later moved to the USA for work. When my daughter had really bad eczema at 2 years old, we felt alone and scared. Witnessing her struggle, I navigated a path of isolation until I discovered a compassionate community of like-minded parents who understood our journey (GPER), and it made a huge difference. Now, I'm all about helping families dealing with eczema, offering support and understanding. I know how hard it can be, and I want to make sure others don't feel alone like we did. It's rewarding to give back and be a part of a friendly, non-judgmental, and caring community.

Hi, I'm Kathie, mother of 3. Our eczema journey began when my middle and youngest children were just infants. Unfortunately, they also developed asthma and multiple food allergies. What followed was a revolving door of doctor visits, medication, and very little sleep. As I watched them suffer, it seemed like the psychological stress of eczema would never end. The GPER community offers the support parents need as they navigate the flares, treatments, and triggers. I feel so lucky to be able to give back and let others know that they do not have to feel alone.