This is one topic that I'd love more advice on. However, this is the advice I have to offer:
1. I always keep a can of powdered Gatorade on hand. I know that for little ones Pedialyte is preferred but it always seems like upset tummies come in the middle of the night when going to the store is a huge inconvenience. Powdered Gatorade lasts forever in your cupboard and it is easier on stomachs than water or juice. Gatorade has more sodium than Pedialyte, so for little ones just water it down.
2. Popsicles also work well for upset stomachs since they allow your body to absorb the electrolytes and sugar slowly. Plus they taste pretty good!
3. This one is my Mom's trick: Drink Jello! I know, it sounds weird. But dissolve the jello in hot water and drink it as a hot soothing drink. It might sound gross, but this is my favorite thing to do for myself when I don't feel well. Plus, you can make jigglers out of whatever you don't drink. So, I like to keep boxes of Jello on hand too to avoid a trip to the store when you really don't feel like it.
What are your ideas?
Friday, February 20, 2009
Brooke's advice for TEETHING
As many of you may know-Emily has been having some serious teething issues. Eight teeth at the same time. In the past Tylenol or Gripe Water has done the trick for one or two teeth, but this time they just haven't cut it. Here's what I have found works well for Emily:
1. Teething tablets-they're homeopathic and can be found at most pharmacies, drug stores, and of course Wal-Mart. I give Emily 3 tablets at first when she's in a lot of pain. Then continue to give her 2 at a time every hour or two after that. Usually two doses takes care of it and I can give it to her less often after that.
2. Popsicles-I know it's sugar, but they really help. Since they are sweet they are welcomed with open mouths, and since they're frozen they help soothe and numb the pain.
3. Freeze the Pacifier-I run the paci under water then stick it in the freezer for 10-15 minutes or until it's nice and cold.
What ideas do you have?
1. Teething tablets-they're homeopathic and can be found at most pharmacies, drug stores, and of course Wal-Mart. I give Emily 3 tablets at first when she's in a lot of pain. Then continue to give her 2 at a time every hour or two after that. Usually two doses takes care of it and I can give it to her less often after that.
2. Popsicles-I know it's sugar, but they really help. Since they are sweet they are welcomed with open mouths, and since they're frozen they help soothe and numb the pain.
3. Freeze the Pacifier-I run the paci under water then stick it in the freezer for 10-15 minutes or until it's nice and cold.
What ideas do you have?
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Hi, I found your blog through Laura's..and one thing that my kids enjoyed was gnawing on a wet washcloth. Sometimes just chopping on something helps them!