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Flu and Cold Season Essentials for Kids that I LOVE as a Pharmacist!!
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items Having two littles myself, I know how rough it is keeping them healthy while they are in school during the fall and winter season. Here are some highly effective pharmacist-approved remedies that help me and the kiddos limit those days off from schoo...
I have been using this on my kids since they were babies. I rub a little on their nose, chest, back or feet depending on how congested they are. A better alternative in my opinion to the Vicks brand. Such a soothing scent as well that helps children ...
Matys Baby Chest Rub, Soothing Vapor Relief
My Secret Weapon! But for real, when the kids start coughing or sneezing I give them this to prevent a full blown cold and it WORKS! Contains 5 herbs that are clinically proven to shorten colds and boost the immune system. I also sneak a dropperful o...<3
Kids Immune Avenger™ Liquid Herbal Extract
Your daily immune savior. This works really well for overall prevention of any respiratory illness. I *try* to give it to the kids daily in the morning and at night for daily wellness. I was definitely more consistent last year and I think the kids o... Follow the instructions on the label for dosing which is by weight and put in juice or water. I typically drop it right in their mouths in case they decide to not finish their drink and then follow with water to wash it down. The directions says you ...
Kids Immune Fortifier™ Liquid Herbal Extract
Not all essential oils are safe for babies but this one is! Add to bath or diffuser while they are sleeping. If you don't have a diffuser I have a great suggestion inside of this list ;)
Frida Baby Breathe Frida Vapor Bath Drops
Smells wonderful and also very effective for congested kiddos. Great for babies 3 months and up!
Oilogic Stuffy Nose & Cough Baby Essential Oil Epsom Soak, 2 lbs
This is the generic version of the Zarbee's Baby Cough Syrup. I looked all over for the Zarbee's brand and could not find it but it appears they removed it from their product line. No recalls or reasons for the discontinuation. I have used the Parent...
Parent's Choice Baby Cough Syrup, 2 fl. oz.
Not a widely known product but has more advantages in comparison to a regular saline spray and it's because of an ingredient called Xylitol. If you are not aware xylitol is a natural sugar that has should to have antiviral and antibacterial propertie...
Xlear Xylitol Saline Nasal Spray Kids 0.75oz
Such a great idea instead of the traditional diffuser that requires water. I currently one that uses water and plan on replacing it with a waterless soon! I'm sure it is less of a hassle to set up and I like that it is smaller as well.
Waterless Essential Oil Diffuser Mini w/ LED
FOR KIDS Ages 2-11
Genexa Kids Acetaminophen Pain & Fever 4oz
FOR INFANTS
Genexa Infants’ Pain and Fever Liquid
For those who want a natural alternative to Tylenol or Motrin. I have use Dr. Talbot's for teething that work like a charm. This is for those not really comfortable with using over the counter medicines for their kids (which is fine btw but I underst...
Dr. Talbot's Pain + Fever Relief Liquid, Grape, 4oz
Convenient way of providing congestion and cough relief with this handy roll-on. I use this on my kids if they have a persistent productive (with mucus) cough and apply it behind their ears, on their necks and/or chest area. They smell really great a...
Oilogic Stuffy Nose & Cough Chest Roll-On
Highly recommended for newborns and infants. Try and lay baby down on the bed comfortably while doing this. You can also hold the baby in your arms if they are fidgety. It doesn't hurt them at all. I also promise that when you are sucking the snot ou...
Frida Baby NoseFrida SnotSucker Nasal Aspirator with 24 Filters
Much easier to use than the one you have to stick up their nose and then try to aim perfectly while they're attempting to escape lol. They also sell the refills. REMINDER! Wash/ sanitize the mask after every use :) and definitely between kiddos if yo...
Boogie Micro-Mist Saline Inhaler, Baby Nose Relief
Stays cool for 8 hours with no refrigeration required.
BEKOOOL Kids Soft Gel Fever Relief Sheets 4ct
An ear reading for temperature is best when dealing with kids and for accuracy. I really love that this comes with disposable covers so that you don't have to constantly sanitize between uses. Also baby friendly since they have smaller ear canals.
Braun ThermoScan 5 Ear Thermometer, Baby Friendly