Herbal Remedies Babies and Children

Generally speaking childrens' ailments are mild and self-limiting. Herbal remedies babies and children includes a selection of treatments for common complaints in babies and children. As children have a faster metabolism than adults, their symptoms seem to come on very suddenly which can sometimes give us a shock. Herbs can provide a gentle remedy for babies, but older children will probably require a bit of persuasion to use them due to taste! I find bribery works quite well - may be the promise of an ice-cream when they are feeling better!

Bear in mind the following:

Seek professional help when there is severe diarrhoea and/or vomiting, or even mild diarrhoea which continues for more than 12 hours. Babies can become dehydrated very quickly.

If the child has a temperature of more than 39C or 102.2F for more than a few hours, contact a professional.

If there are convulsions, breathing problems or if the child appears unusually drowsy and lethargic, call a professional.

If at any time there is an unusal high-pitched cry, seek medical advice.

Herbal Remedies Babies and Children

ALWAYS seek professional help for childrens' gastric upsets which last for more than 12 hours.

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