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All-Natural Cold & Cough Remedies
...Kids miss nearly 22 million school days each year due to colds. Though you can't protect your child... the common cold, are spread through touch, so it's crucial for your child to wash his hands a lot. To make... you're on the go. Once one person in the family catches a cold, be extra careful about cleaning so...
Colds: The Basics
...The typical child catches five or six colds a year. Most colds last about a week to 10 days. Coughs... may linger for a couple of weeks. Causes
Colds are triggered by a variety of viruses. In fact, more... -- achiness, congestion, coughing and sniffles -- that define a cold. An infected person may cough or sneeze...
Health Update: How to Soothe Kids' Colds Without Meds
...The evidence says no: Over-the-counter cold and cough medicines do little or nothing to fight off... that babies and toddlers given cold and cough medicines don't have fewer side effects or feel better any... quicker than children who don't receive any. "Most babies and kids with colds will start feeling better...
Snot Removal 101
This guide to removing the snot from your baby's nose will help you through what can feel like one of the trickiest jobs of parenthood -- in four simple steps.
35 Ways to Keep Your Kids Cold-Free
...On average, kids under age 3 catch six to eight colds a year. "We think that since most children... touches an infected toy and then rubs her nose or eyes, she can catch the cold. However, having lots... colds in preschool catch fewer colds during their school years--presumably because their immune systems...
10 Reasons to Call the Doctor Now
Is your child sick enough for a late-night call to the pediatrician? If you're really worried about your child, it's always better to call -- pediatricians expect to be awakened in the middle of the night. In fact, doctors say that many parents don't recognize some of the most serious medical situations. Here are the top 10 symptoms pediatricians want you to call about right away.
Soothe Baby's Cold Symptoms
... that will make him cold and uncomfortable, but you don't want it across the room, either. It really relieves...
Your Guide to Baby Colds
...No matter your baby's age, it's essential to keep him well-hydrated when battling a cold. "A baby... the stuffiness. Most over-the-counter cough and cold medicines (aside from acetaminophen and ibuprofen...
How Bad Is That Cough? 7 Bad Coughs to Worry About
Isn't it amazing how many tissues and bowls of soup your family can go through in one season? Don't assume, though, that your child's cough is simply a cold it might be something more serious. Here's when to worry and what to do.
Quiz: Does Your Child Have Allergies or a Cold?
Your child is sneezing, blowing her nose, coughing.... Has she picked up some kind of bug? Maybe not. Take our quiz and find out whether your child is exhibiting symptoms of allergies or your basic cold.
Cold Complications
...Kids with colds often say their ears hurt, but this doesn't necessarily signal an ear infection... membrane. It's often caused by a cold virus but can also be caused by a bacterial infection. Your child... with gauze or cotton balls and warm water. Cold viruses can cause a sore throat, but strep throat is caused...
8 Children's Health Debates -- Solved
With all the conflicting medical advice out there, it's hard to know what's best for your child. And everyone -- from your neighbor to your mother-in-law -- seems to have a different opinion. We looked at the latest research and checked in with leading experts to put an end to eight great debates.
What Doctors Wish Parents of Toddlers Knew
This time in your child's life can be stressful -- for the both of you! We asked pediatricians from around the country to share their best tips for parenting toddlers. Here's what they want you to know.
Autism Signs: Your Month-by-Month Guide
Researchers now believe you can pick up signs of autism in a baby just under 4 months of age. Here are some signs that may indicate your baby should have a developmental evaluation, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Making Sense of Scary Symptoms
We often lose more sleep over our kids' coughs than they do. They sometimes snooze through all that hacking while we lay awake listening. In truth, breathing problems would be tough to miss. Use this guide to sort out worrisome signs.
Cold Comfort
...-the-weather wee one. Common Cold
It looks like: Cough, stuffed-up or runny nose, occasional mild fever What...'s happening: A cold is a minor infection in the nose and throat caused by any one of more than 200 viruses.... While your infant's immune system is maturing, she'll get about seven colds a year. "The first time...
Vomiting: A Symptom Guide
Vomiting can signal anything from a 24-hour bug to a food allergy to appendicitis. Here's how to figure out what's making your child's stomach ache -- and how to treat it.
