my children aged one and a half and 8 months old are having a month of on and off colds ,lately they had coughs. they dont want to take even flavoured syrups for both ailments by throwing up. im afraid to give citrus fruits coz one child book suggests that if a family has a history of asthma and skin allergy ( which we have) theisr babies are apt to be allergic to oranges and lemons too.Is vicks vaporub good for this tiny tots? what should I do?
2007-02-14 16:57:34 · 5 answers · asked by abs 1 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
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2007-02-14 17:05:30 · answer #1 · answered by italien bum 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vicks is fine for kids. I used to use a vapouriser when my kids had chesty coughs too to humidify the air in their bedrooms while they slept. You may have to elevate the head end of the bed too (watch the little one doesn't get stuck down the end during the night though - could be dangerous). Vitamin C is available in many forms for kids - ask at the health food store and to prevent reoccurence in the future a kids dose of echinacea and a good chiroprator go a long way!
2007-02-15 06:01:11 · answer #2 · answered by Linda B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They really both need to build up their immature immune systems. Keep off dairy products, if you aren't already, as this really aggravates colds and bronchial conditions such as asthma. I would ask your doctor for multivitamin recommendations - they're so small, you need professional advice.
Vicks vaporub would be excellent in an atomiser especially at bedtime, not so sure about it as a rub, as its very powerful. Hope they feel better soon.
2007-02-15 06:15:33 · answer #3 · answered by siobhan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While it is not a remedy and is not officially approved giving the kids probiotics (if there is a way to get them to take them) is a good idea because it builds their immune system - garlic and onion in the diet as well.
2007-02-19 00:55:10 · answer #4 · answered by Keko 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When my daughter was an infant she had chronic ear infections. Her doctor said to give her vitamins A, E, C, Zinc and acidophiles. You can get these in liquid form, as your pharmacist. if you go to a good one and they don't have it, they can find it for you. Get it as natural as you can. I gave it to her for month or so and she stopped getting sick.
2007-02-15 22:31:07 · answer #5 · answered by cindy H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋