• Children,  Respiratory

    RSV Natural Remedies

    Use these RSV natural remedies for this viral infection. Symptoms include congestion, cough, shortness of breath, nose flares (key sign), wheezing, fever, croupy coughs. High fever and colored mucus discharges may be present. With RSV may be complications such as pneumonia, ear infections or even respiratory failure in infants. RSV is usually spread by cough or touching people or objects infected with the virus, and usually happens in the winter. Medical treatment for RSV happens when symptoms are critical and the person or small child can’t breathe well. Then hospitalization may be necessary. They may use a ventilator and antiviral medications that may be life saving. Natural perspective on RSV…

  • Children,  Sleep

    Natural Nightmare Remedies

    Try these natural nightmare remedies. Nightmares are bad dreams that bother, upset, or frighten an individual, which wakens them during the night or during sleep. Some people can remember their dream and some don’t. Children can experience them as night terrors which causes them to scream out, need a nightlight or even cause them to jump into bed with a sibling or parents. Causes are largely unknown in the medical field, and sedating medication may be the only tool, along with the side effects. From the natural viewpoint nightmares are the result of stress and nervous disorders. Treat the nervous system during the day with nervines or other natural therapies…

  • Children,  Dental

    Natural Remedies for Teething Children

    Try these natural remedies for teething children. Teething is the process in which teeth break through the gums in infants and toddlers. Symptoms may include painful gums, irritability, sometimes fever, and often diarrhea. As this is just a natural process, sometimes a poor diet can initiate worse symptoms. Medical treatment includes topical analgesics that may have side effects. From the natural point of view, a better diet and natural supplements can make the process easier. Herbs for Teething Children Herbs are plants valued for their specific strengthening/ tonifying properties. The following herbs help with pain and inflammation in teething: Dr. Christopher’s Nerve Formula (liquid in glycerin 2 oz) – tastes…