A cute rhyming title for a reasonably blah expertise. Just lately the flu hit our family. Just one member of the family was struck (thus far, knock on wooden) and has recovered and I needed to take a minute and write down what helped us. I like to do that to reference myself sooner or later but additionally as a result of I’ve realized a lot from different mothers sharing what works for them.
When one in all my children wakes up telling me they don’t really feel good my intestine reflex is a slight panic. It’s a pure response after we see our youngster glassy eyed and feverish, proper? It at all times helps to remind myself that illness is regular. Enjoyable? No. However in some methods we’ve turn out to be a society that feels we must always by no means be sick. And whereas I want that had been true as a result of illness could be scary and inconvenient, it’s a traditional a part of a wholesome and functioning immune system to get and battle off viruses. Our go go go tempo could make it arduous to simply accept the very fact we now have to let our our bodies relaxation and do their factor, however the perfect factor we will do is hydrate and assist the method.
Additionally, fevers are a superb factor. They’re our physique’s pure method of preventing off an infection. They’ll make us really feel fairly rotten, definitely, however letting them run their course will help us kick infections quicker. If a toddler can’t sleep due to being uncomfortable by fever, attempt the moist sock technique! Have you ever heard of this basic treatment? The remedy is based mostly on the concept the physique naturally regulates its temperature. By placing on chilly, moist socks, the physique’s warmth is redirected in the direction of the ft and away from different areas, which will help open up congested nasal passages and enhance sleep high quality.
The way to Do the Moist Sock Methodology
To do the moist sock technique, you’ll want a pair of cotton socks and a pair of wool socks. Soak the cotton socks in chilly water, then wring them out and put them within the fridge for 15-20 minutes. Whereas the socks chill, the sick individual ought to take a sizzling bathtub or bathe to get good and heat. After exiting the bathtub or bathe, dry off rapidly and placed on heat pajamas. Place the chilly, moist cotton socks on the ft, then cowl the moist socks with the wool socks. Tuck into mattress for the night time.
And naturally, above all, comply with your mother intestine and instinct. your youngster greatest. But when it’s a establishment flu and also you’re on the lookout for just a few at house flu preventing helpers, right here’s my gameplan when the hand washing fails and we get hit with the flu. And if in case you have a favourite treatment I don’t know, please share it with me within the feedback!
At House Flu Combating Favorites
Boiron Oscillococcinum
Really, do your self a favor and purchase this to have readily available. It’s a bit of pricy, however I include good news- you don’t have to down the entire vial to depend as a dose. As I proceed to be taught extra about homeopathy, I perceive that the dose is within the frequency, not the quantity taken at one time. So you may take a complete vial 3 times a day as instructions learn, however you may as well get outcomes with taking much less pellets. My pal who’s tremendous educated within the subject of homeopathy prompt placing a few of the pellets in water and sipping sometimes, however since I’m nonetheless studying to belief all of it, I break up the doses in half, then progressed to thirds (taking 1/3 a vial each time signs would return, roughly each 2-3 hours). We had enormous success with this serving to to alleviate signs to permit for higher relaxation and skill to hydrate. I’ll by no means not have these stocked and able to go.
***at all times retailer homeopathic cures in a cool darkish location away from daylight and any sturdy smelling substances (together with important oils)
Melatonin
I perceive individuals have combined emotions on this one, and whereas I don’t prefer it for each day dosing, I do really feel it’s a useful software for flu. Some research present melatonin can cut back viral entry and replication in addition to lower irritation. It additionally helps my children sleep, which is among the most essential elements in therapeutic. This melatonin gummy has no maltodextrin and no synthetic colours or flavors.
Unscented Epsom Salt
Epsom salt baths will help cut back physique aches and muscle soreness. There may be conflicting data on whether or not or not they will enhance white blood cell depend and velocity up toxin elimination, however I do know a heat bathtub with Epsom salt makes my children really feel higher and extra relaxed. Most Epsom salt blends are made with added perfume so I maintain it easy and use unscented Epsom salt, add a pair drops of important oils if I need to add a scent.
Xlear Nostril Spray
This saline spray not solely helps wash out sinuses and moisturize sinus tissue, it additionally has the added increase of xylitol which will help cut back swelling and relieve the annoyance of stuffy noses.
Liposomal Vitamin C
Liposomal vitamin C is a type of vitamin C that’s delivered in liposomes, that are tiny bubbles that mimic cell membranes. The massive takeaway although is that Liposomal vitamin C could also be higher absorbed by the physique than common vitamin C. I purchase mine from BodyBio.
Humidifier
As quickly as anybody feels a sniffle I begin operating our huge humidifier in the principle room to extend the humidity. Humid air makes virus particles heavier, inflicting them to fall out of the air quicker which reduces the danger of virus particles being inhaled and illness spreading. Moist air additionally retains our nasal passages and respiratory tracts hydrated, serving to our our bodies battle off viruses and different pathogens.
Vitamin D
I not too long ago switched to Thorne Vitamin D after my Perform Well being testing in hopes of higher absorption. Vitamin D ranges play an important position in supporting the immune system and defending in opposition to infections. I don’t complement this for the children, however I do be sure that they get some sunshine even whereas sick if the day permits it. I’ll have them sit on the porch with their face to the solar for quarter-hour.
Open Home windows and Air Purifiers
There may be nothing higher than contemporary air breezing via the home if the climate permits it, however for when it doesn’t, an air air purifier is so useful in eradicating irritants, viruses, and micro organism from the air lowering the possibilities of it spreading to different fmaily members.
Electrolytes
Hydration is so essential, particularly when they might not really feel like consuming or consuming a lot within the first day or two of illness. My women wish to sip Spendrifts or tea to make it extra attention-grabbing than plain water, and electrolytes assist, too! Not solely are they scrumptious (I purchase LMNT), however in addition they assist preserve good hydration with the correct mix of magnesium, potassium, and sodium.
No Added Sugar or Dairy
Sugar weakens the immune system and dairy can enhance mucus manufacturing, so we keep away from these after we’re feeling sick. I don’t push consuming on the children the best way I do staying hydrated, however as their urge for food returns, my go to meals embrace bone broth based mostly rooster soup, chilly sliced strawberries or applesauce (as a result of it sounds good to them most frequently), scrambled eggs, and extra rooster soup. 😉
Relaxation
Top-of-the-line cures really is simply good outdated vogue relaxation. I can inform when a child feels actually crummy as a result of she gained’t need to even take heed to a narrative or watch a film and simply needs to nap on and off. I can inform she’s on course when she will be able to maintain her eyes open for longer and is excited about turning on the TV. I wish to set her up on a blanket lined sofa (so it’s simpler to clean) and that continues to be her designated spot till she’s on the mend.
Different Immune Boosters
I make the most of a few of our different immune boosters to assist maintain the remainder of us nicely, like colloidal silver, garlic, my beloved wellness tablets, the chewable model for teenagers, oregano tincture, elderberry, and echinacea relying on signs.
I’m praying the remainder of our family stays nicely and that your home stays wholesome this season, too! Deliver on spring, amiright?! 😉
