Jessa Duggar Seewald Opens Up About Her Son Edward’s Rash, Ditches Dairy in Race to Help Him Heal
In a candid and heartfelt video released on November 10, 2025, television personality and mother of six Jessa Duggar, now known as Jessa Seewald, shared a “big” health update about her youngest son, Edward Owen Seewald, who is now three months old. What began as what looked like ordinary cradle cap on his scalp turned into something more worrying after Jessa noticed the rash was itchy — a characteristic not typical of cradle cap — prompting her to explore other causes and ultimately make a drastic change to her own diet.
In her YouTube vlog, Jessa explained that Edward “has had this rash. It looks like cradle cap, but it’s not cradle cap because it’s itchy.” She recalled that his older brother Henry had suffered a similar rash when he was a few months old, which turned out to be eczema. When she went dairy-free during Henry’s infancy, the rash cleared up. Hoping for a similar outcome, Jessa made the decision to eliminate dairy from her diet about a week ago. She shared that after just one week without dairy, her son’s head looked “so much better,” though there was still some rash-like irritation on his torso.
The change wasn’t easy. Jessa admitted she felt the absence of dairy personally — she missed having ice cream, milk in her coffee, and found eating out more complicated when she had to constantly check labels for hidden dairy ingredients. She described the diet switch as “not fun,” but emphasized that seeing her baby relieved and sleeping better made it “worth it.”
This development comes as the Seewald family continues to embrace the dynamic life of a large household. Jessa and her husband Ben Seewald welcomed Edward on July 26, 2025, marking their sixth child together after the births of Spurgeon, Henry, Ivy, Fern, and George — and two pregnancy losses in 2020 and 2022. Although the skin rash on Edward raised concern, Jessa’s willingness to share the issue publicly reflects her openness about the challenges of motherhood. The rash’s presentation — persistent, itchy, and not clearly the standard cradle cap — triggered her to draw on prior experiences.
She said, “I’m wondering if he has something that one of my other kiddos had. Henry had the same rash on his head, eczema… under his arms and all of his creases. And when I went dairy-free when he was about 4 months old, all of his stuff cleared up.” In the vlog, Jessa acknowledged the anxiety that comes when a parent sees their baby uncomfortable. “He wants to itch his little head. It’s so sad,” she said. The empathy and urgency in her voice underscored the decision to act. “Your baby breaking out with a rash is kind of a big deal.”
Experts caution that while dietary triggers can contribute to infant eczema or dermatitis, each case is unique and requires appropriate pediatric consultation. In Jessa’s case, the noticeable improvement after her dietary change provides encouragement, not a definitive medical conclusion. Pediatricians advise that any rash that is spreading, accompanied by swelling, fever, or other symptoms should be evaluated by a doctor. Nonetheless, Jessa’s experience resonates with many parents who face similar skin issues in infancy.
Beyond the immediate health update, this situation also sheds light on the balance Jessa is seeking as a busy mother. She has spoken openly about postpartum recovery, noting that she gained around 45 pounds during her most recent pregnancy and is navigating body changes with patience and perspective. At the same time, she emphasized her commitment to her children and their health. Her mother, Michelle Duggar, has been staying with the family during this period to help with the baby, giving Jessa time to rest and recover — something she said she deeply appreciates.
In sharing her baby’s health journey, Jessa framed the narrative not as one of perfection but of discernment, love, and proactive parenting. She noted, “I don’t have anything severe like celiac or something where it’s going to be the biggest deal ever. But I would say, like, your baby breaking out with a rash is kind of a big deal.” It’s a statement many parents recognize — a seemingly small physical sign that triggers deep maternal concern and responsibility.
The update also contributes to a broader conversation about infant skin health, dietary influences, and family histories of eczema or allergies. In Jessa’s case, her previous experience with Henry helped inform her instincts regarding Edward’s rash. While the results appear promising, she remains cautious, acknowledging that the rash is not yet fully resolved. “I really think that dairy might be the key,” she said. “His skin is looking a lot clearer already. He still has some rash-like areas on his torso, but his head is looking so much better.”
For fans of Jessa Duggar and observers of the Seewald family, the update serves as a reminder that even in large families and public-facing lives, the individual challenges of parenting persist. Every baby, every rash, every feeding choice or sleepless night remains deeply personal. Jessa’s transparency in recounting her decision to remove dairy from her diet, her worry for Edward’s comfort, and her realistic reflections on postpartum body image and parenting fatigue create a multidimensional portrait of modern motherhood.
As Edward continues to improve, the focus will likely shift from the rash to broader milestones — sleeping through the night, rolling over, laughing, first foods, and family traditions. But the health update stands out because it illustrates how small-scale anxieties and immediate parenting decisions can echo into the larger story of a child’s wellbeing. Jessa’s decision to share this chapter of her family’s story also provides a glimpse of the values she and Ben Seewald bring into their home: attentiveness, humility, and a willingness to adapt in the face of new challenges.
In the coming weeks, many will watch to see how Edward’s skin progresses — whether the diet change continues to yield positive results, and whether doctors confirm the suspected diagnosis of eczema or another condition. Meanwhile, Jessa and her growing family remain in the spotlight, not just for the number of children they have or their reality-TV roots, but for the everyday decisions that shape their children’s health, comfort, and development.
Ultimately, this story isn’t only about a rash or a dietary exclusion; it’s about a mother responding to her child’s discomfort, drawing on past experience, and making a sacrifice — giving up dairy — so her baby can feel better. The willingness to act, to adapt, to prioritize her son’s comfort above her own desire for ice cream or coffee with cream, illustrates a chapter of parenting that feels familiar, grounded, and real. For Jessa Duggar Seewald, that may hold more meaning than any spotlight ever could.
