Isn't it funny when doctors advise you to let diarrhea "run its course?" Okay, it might not be funny at the time but it is after you've stopped running to the toilet. Wouldn't it be great if there was a list of foods that would help stop diarrhea? Right now, an awful stomach bug is running through my neighborhood. It didn't last long when the kids had it, but it's taking a … [Read more...]
Natural ways to reduce fever in children
When one of my children has a fever, he or she looks downright pathetic. I call my family members and friends in search of the quickest natural ways to reduce fevers. Children just look so pitiful and pale when their temperatures are up. I know that a fever isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but sometimes it is important to get the fever in your child down. Fevers are the … [Read more...]
7 handy hacks for the dreaded stomach flu
Stomach issues suck, right? And guess what? It's also loads of fun cleaning up after another person suffering from a stomach bug. That's why these handy stomach bug tips are a lifesaver for parents! As a mom of two little germ magnets, these hacks were born of exhaustion and desperation. A stomach virus attacked my son and transformed my peaceful home into a battlefield. … [Read more...]
Pros and Cons of Zofran for Kids With Stomach Flu
Being a parent is one of life’s greatest joys! However, when your little one is sick, it can make parenting a nightmare. It is hard watching your children suffer, when there is not a whole lot that you can do for them. Illnesses must run their course, but there are things that you can do to help ease your kiddo’s symptoms. I get quite a few questions about Zofran due to my … [Read more...]