If your child scratches their eczema, it is important that you stop it. Scratching eczema is a sure way to make it worse. It can extend healing times and cause infections. If you can stop your child from scratching, it will help their eczema and skin heal. One way to stop scratching is to use an eczema natural treatment like oatmeal or aloe vera. These treatments will moisturize the skin. This will ease the inflammation that causes your child to feel so itchy. Another good technique is to divert their attention from the itching. During the day, you can use their favorite toys and games to distract your child from scratching. These diversion tactics may only be short term, so you will have to stay alert and monitor your childâ??s scratching. At night, you should make sure your childâ??s eczema is covered with soft, natural fiber clothing. This will keep your child from being able to reach the itchy spots.