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Flu Shot
Asked by K.B. from Sacramento
on September 26, 2009
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So I have never gotten a flue shot before. I am wondering if I should get one this year. Ive never really had the flu(knock on wood). But now that I have two children ...
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- I used to work in a clinic setting and was required to get flu shots every year. If I did get the flu, it seemed I'd get a very light case and was feeling better much...
- Dear Kim: I've been very involved with the autism community in my city for years and organize monthly meetings; I'm also an advocate for many parents and their kids ...
- There seems to be a lot of misinformation out there about vaccines. Here's the thing. Getting a vaccine does improve your immune system in that you can NEVER get the s...
Which Meds to Give a 2Year Old for Flu?
Asked by F.S. from Portland
on February 23, 2011
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Hey there
My 2year old has a cough, with fever at nights, a runny nose. only her runny nose started previous monday, i thought it will go away on its own. But its jus...
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- I don't recommend any medications for little ones. But my 4 kids have all found great relief with homeopathic meds. They are completely safe, and very effective. You c...
- I would just give her some children's motrin or tylanol if she seems uncomfortable. My pediatrician recommends the syrup from canned peaches to ease a cough, and 100% ...
- I use Boiron products that are homeopathic and safe for 2yrs and up. This is a direct link for their flu product, but search the site and you'll see the other kid stuf...
4Yo with Ulcerative Colitis
Asked by M.L. from Johnstown
on February 28, 2007
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My 4yo is having a colitis flare up and I was wondering if anyone knew of something to help with the pain. His poor tummy is really hurting him and I don't know what ...
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- Hi, First of all are you sure he has colitis, and not something called celiac sprue? I was misdiagnosed with Colitis for almost a year till I switched doctors and w...
- Try the book "Eat Right for Your Type." It is genetically related to your blood type and the kinds of foods you can and cannot eat. I believe in it and have had a fr...
- Hi M.! I'm a pediatric nurse with ulcerative colitis myself, so I hope I can help you out. First of all, I know how he is feeling! If I skip meds for more than a...
Hand Smoothing Cream
Asked by L.R. from Seattle
on December 9, 2009
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My hands are like sandpaper! During this cold and flu season, I am washing my hands what seems like every 5 seconds! And, the dry cold air is no help. I have notice...
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- I think I inherited this very same issue from my Mom :) try using a soft scrub on your hands...in the shower. like the apricot one from st ives. ~ thought bei...
- Any of the listed lotions should do the trick, the Mary Kay hand smoothing kit is also really nice. The key is to find one that doesn't irritate your hands and that y...
- Mine are the same! I just bought Gold Bond Ultimate healing concentrated therapy ointment at Target at Northgate tonight. Goes on a little greasy but the label says ...
Sick Smell Won't Go Away!
Asked by A.C. from Portland
on January 26, 2009
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Hey there! So my daughter got a stomach bug this last week, and threw-up in a few places. One of those places was her carseat, and two other places are carpeted area...
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- I rep for Melaleuca and we have great healthy and safer for your home green products. That is an easy fix. If you would like to find out more please get in touch wit...
- Kids'n'Pets...or other enzymatic cleaner. The enzymes eat the organic material that has soaked through into the fabrics and foam. Mostly from housebreaking a pup...
- Vinagar!!! it gets out any sort of odor I have found. Pee, Vomit...EVERYTHING!!! AND If just the vin doesnt work use the vin and baking soda combo. the reaction bet...
What Should I Feed My Family?
Asked by K.A. from Phoenix
on November 8, 2006
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I have a friend who has been telling me all the horrible things that can happen to my family if I continue feeding them meat, cheese, milk, etc. I had no idea there w...
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- I wouldn't stress out about it too much. There is more options that you may think. Walmart carries Horizen milk which is organic. They also carry some organic veggie...
- THere are so many misconceptions and lies about meat and dairy it's ridiculous. I live on a ranch and have studied agriculture for along time alongside my entire famil...
- I don't really have the time to read through all of the responses posted, but just wanted to tell you that I have a friend whose family owns and sells organic meats to...
Freezer Meals for Upcoming Baby?
Asked by N.S. from Tucson
on March 2, 2009
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Hi. We have a baby coming in a couple of months and I want to start thinking about what to make for meals that I can just stick in the freezer.
I bought chicken on s...
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- I always cook my chicken in bulk in the crockpot and then divide it up in freezer bags. I also freeze the broth in 1/2 to 1 pint canning jars (I have those available)...
- Something really handy to have in the freezer is plain clear chicken soup broth. you can add anything to it later or even put it medium warm in a sippy cup for when a...
- I liek to make chicken enchaladas. You could make them with no cheese for your daughter. Chicken Shredded Flour Tortillia Refried Beans Olives Green Enchalada ...
2Yr Old with Cough
Asked by B.H. from Bakersfield
on March 22, 2009
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My 2 year old got a cold (which she gave to me) and has this terrible cough. Because of her age, there are no cold or cough meds I can give her. Everything is for 6yr...
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- B., You can give her a spoonful of honey. It works wonders for a cough and helps you get better quicker! I talked with my son's pediatrician and he said it is just ...
- H Bille! My 27 month old son just got over 15 days of being sick, along with a horrible cough, lots of congestion, low grade fever and he was very lathargic. It was ...
- Hi I use to feel that way whenever I caught a cold and was pregnant or breatfeeding, nothing I could take wouldn't affect the baby. Then I remembered an old cold and ...
Alternative Methods for Clearing for Sinus Swelling
Asked by N.D. from Portland
on September 9, 2008
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i've read that reflexology can clear sinuses. does anyone have experience with this? how about a naturopath? i've been on several rounds of antibiotics. the first ...
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- hi there! have you been to an allergist to see what exactly you are allergic to? I kno wthis question seems silly but we were having sooo many problems with our younge...
- Hi N.. From one sinus sufferer to another saline spray saved my life. I use it every morning in the shower to clean out my sinuses. There are not any chemicals in s...
- Try Hot Yoga (Bikram Yoga) if you can, my sinuses have never felt so good after getting into this on a regular basis! (I used to have a nagging minor sinus problem mo...
14-Month-old Is Constipated
Asked by S.A. from Chicago
on February 16, 2010
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My 14-month-old son is constipated a few times a week. I have been in contact a few times with the pediatrician's office and am doing everything I can. This started ...
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- Probiotics, probioics, probiotics!! Renew life makes a baby flora that is powder. You can measure out the amt. put it on your finger and stick it right into baby's m...
- My son started having constipation issues around 18mo-24 months. He was potty training and he was a stubborn drinker, however he ate more than enough of all the fiber ...
- Hi I have a 2 year old you was having a horrible time too. I gave him Miralax occasionally, but as soon as it was out of his system, he was back to having problems. I...
