Cough and Cold Home Remedies for Babies and Kids

[@rainrains2509]

This is so helpful ,my partner and I and our 2 year old twins suddenly came down with a horrible cough and flu symptoms, my poor babies are so irritated with the coughing my son has been up for a whole day now refusing to sleep and now my daughter is refusing to sleep too .ahhh Lord heal my babies

[@pedsdoctalktv]

ugh it is so hard when our kiddos are sick! happy this was helpful amidst a stressful time

[@robinluich6626]

My asthmatic grandbaby gets severe coughs. We put a tiny dab on the chest and lower neck of hemp cream 900,000. Try it on yourself first so you get an idea of what it does. Keep it off the face because it has a vics like vapor. It's way better for pain and stops coughs so they can sleep.

[@yetundeoyejimi9751]

My son is fighting his first cold and cough. i just tried the honey 🍯 and lemon 🍋 before i watched am happy for the details. Thank you so much

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Happy it helped. Hope he feels better soon!

[@missghtv6075]

What month is he or

[@priyaarora411]

My daughter is fighting her first cold. Thank you for making such an informative video.

[@reremoore4884]

Hey what did you do for her my 4 week old got a cold

[@andiswaluthuli8301]

Omg 🙏🏾🙏🏾 thank you so much for this I tried tumeric milk for my 2year 7mnths old she’s been coughing non stop since we went to bed with 3-5 seconds in between her cough. Gave her the tumeric milk although I had no honey she took just as sip and it’s working 😢😮. I had already told myself it’ll be another sleepless night thank you so much

[@pedsdoctalktv]

I'm so glad you found it helpful and your little one is feeling better!!

[@marthafelix4905]

My son is fighting his first cold! Thank you for this video. Gives me confidence I’m doing the right things!

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Love it!

[@sarahusman6123]

I am from Pakistan and I know Indian and Pakistani mom loves their home remedies to help their sick children. Although mucus takes time before it is completely gone, also for underage kids it is very challenging. Thanks a lot for the video, very informative.

[@pedsdoctalktv]

thanks so much

[@robinluich6626]

Hemp cream 900,0002 extra strength on the voice box area relieves pain and stops chronic cough. It smells like vic's. Keep it off the face. I actually used it on myself first. I have this on hand for back pain relief. After 5 minutes you'll feel a nice cooling feeling. This cream is like a miracle treatment. I was skeptical when I used it for back pain. I couldn't even stand up and was hosting Easter for 40 people. I rubbed the cream on my lower back, within 5 minutes my pain was totally gone and never came back again.

[@brendag8139]

So thankful for your content. I have a sick 3 year old and 2 month old and i'm overwhelmed with what's ok with a toddler but not ok or available for my two month old! I can pause you and take notes vs hang up with the doctors office and forget everything they said 😅

[@pedsdoctalktv]

so happy this is useful !

[@harpreetsandhu8507]

Today I’m in the same situation. 2 months old with congestion and 3 years old with RSV😢

[@monicablair87]

Thank you for this video. When my son gets viral coughs he tends to have crazy coughing fits to the point he throws up. I use a majority of these remedies already due to all the research I've done but I love how you break the reasoning down behind why each remedy is used. Thank you!

[@pedsdoctalktv]

I'm glad you've found remedies that work for your son and so glad you found the video helpful!!

[@adlinisjah1061]

I’m so glad that you decided to get on youtube! I process information better visually so this format helps me much better than your podcast, which I also think is great - just harder for me to process 😊 Thanks for all you do!

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Aww, thank you so much! That means the world to me! Glad you are here!

[@poohbear2441]

I give my kids Cod liver oil helps!! Its nice for cough I’ve been giving it to them since they were 4

[@CrisG-OhWOWmommy]

Thank you for this video! Our twenty-seven month old woke with a wet cough and warm and cranky. I wasn't sure what to do, I left a message with our pediatrician. But want to do the right thing, and even more so to not do the wrong thing!

[@pedsdoctalktv]

I hope your little one feels better and these tips give you some peace of mind!

[@CrisG-OhWOWmommy]

@@pedsdoctalktv thank you, we brought her into our local testing tent and learned she had RSV, a mild case they expect to resolve in a few days. But the diagnosis has us extra vigilant

[@stephaniemarch9904]

Thanks for taking the time to share this information 🙏

[@marinarccisusm7116]

Curious on your views on giving “afrin” or “Zyrtec” for a three year old during a cold. My husband thinks I’m being overly cautious by not giving it during the night when it helps clear her congestion. I’m more of the “turmeric milk” and he’s more of the “pharmaceuticals” type of guy so we bump heads a lot. Adding stress on an already stressful time.

[@pedsdoctalktv]

There's no evidence to support the use of antihistamines for a cold. Afrin restricts blood vessels in the nose which can help with congestion but it's not FDA approved in kids under 6 and is also not recommended so for that age I recommend nasal saline instead

[@LauraAnn1980]

One of my faves (for myself at least, my daughter is a little too young yet) is good old fashioned (preferably homemade) chicken noodle soup. It's warm and helps alleviate the dry scratchy throat and provides a lot of fluids. Plus it just makes you feel better. I also like peppermint tea.

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Love it! A great home remedy!

[@londoncarter9114]

I have the nose Frida and I love it!!!!!! They have an electric one as well if you don’t want to suck it manually

[@Amatullah1987]

Your voice is sweet and soothing.. I listened for the information yes but more for your voice❤ Keep making videos for us, you are beautiful.. Love from India❤

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Thank you ❤

[@priscillachu88]

This is so helpful- thank you for sharing in such a clear concise way. Will keep all this in mind for my baby girl.

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Thank you so much, Priscilla!

[@mollycarter9890]

Very helpful! Came here because my babe has had a runny nose for about a week and wanted to see if I was missing some things! I was and found the honey tip and turmeric tip super helpful. Will try!

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Awesome!

[@Bandgazebo]

I'm not afraid of medicine, but it seems to me like my colds either go longer or turn into sinus infections when I try to suppress them with dayquil or mucinex, so I try to avoid them and go for the honey even as an adult! Very unscientific, but the times I've tried to use cold medicine to get me through a deadline with a cold it just seems like it goes and goes and goes.

[@mariaidaafonso6630]

Thank you so much for your video It’s very informative with so many tips including with some home medicines I have a grandson of 11 months old he teething from the time he started he immediately got ear infection came back with fever from the daycare he was treated twice with antibiotics it went if but got it again this infection goes off and on we are a bit worried after hearing your video got convinced

[@TT-vs2ti]

Thank you for sharing this important video! I love it how comprehensive it is by age and the different options (natural remedies vs OTCs). As a PA who works in the ER mainly with pediatric patients on colds and flus, this is definitely a bread and butter for me as well. Oh and the "antibiotics not good for common cold" speech that I'd have to give. You got yourself a subscriber!

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Thank you! 100% I created videos on here that will hopefully limit unnecessary visits to doctors!

[@XxDJVirtualxX]

Can you please share the name of the Vapor rub? Thanks

[@shivangichhabra4916]

Is antibiotic needed when down with cough, cold and fever for 3 days?

[@tonygross21]

Great tips. My son is sick and I just wish he was back to normal

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Sorry to hear that, hope he's feeling much better!!

[@learnwithfritz]

I love watching your vlog. It's very informative and helpful.

[@GruffyMayScreams]

Thank you so much for the video. Very informative! Can these remedies be combined? For example, try a steam shower, then vapor rub & lastly a tsp of honey? My daughter is 2 yr old, but I would like to avoid OTC. Thanks for all you do🩺 ❤‍🩹

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Yes totally!! Those can all be used for the same illness. Hope she feels better soon!

[@cherrylucero6912]

Thank you doc! I learn a lot for my child. More videos pls.

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Love it! Please let me know what other topics you would like:)

[@babytrish88]

Hey Dr. Mona, thank you for this informative video. You mention the vick's baby rub having eucalyptus in it, however I keep reading that we shouldn't use Eucalyptus until a child turns 2. My cousin, an ER doctor has recommended using Eucalyptus on baby's pjs at night. Can you help me clarify? Thankd

[@Muyosikalubya]

Very valuable piece of information. Kudos Dr Mona

[@pedsdoctalktv]

So glad you find it helpful!! ❤

[@kikelomoadegawa690]

Thank you so much for the great information. I do have a question regarding the milk. How much milk are we using? And can the milk be mixed with other foods?

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Do you mean for turmeric milk? Here's my recipe! kzbin.infoMnhsAVtEPyQ

[@mathewojwando5195]

I'm from Kenya. Thanks for the advice.

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Thanks for watching! So glad you found it helpful!

[@Bullzeyezen]

Well..that's about everything you need to know about coughs in children !!. Perfectly explained by an expert. Thanks so much Dr. I have been browsing for a while and I finally got the best video out there that I needed 👏👍

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Thank you so much !

[@annmarieverde6244]

Hi Doc I'm from Philippines. Where to buy baby zarbees?

[@lopemari]

Is there any value in buying a nebulizar with saline to break up congestion? Or try these homeopathic remedies first ?

[@MissLoca901]

Very good video! You deserve a lot more views and and subscribers🎉

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Thank you so much!! Please share with others that you think may enjoy it as well if you feel so inclined 🙂

[@DuariDuari-g8z]

What is an effective cold and cough medicine for 9 year old children?

[@gaganjotsingh8308]

For over one year old start at 9.52

[@jessome5]

This was extremely helpful. Thank you so much.

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Happy it was helpful!!

[@kimberleystuart-larrow1787]

This video was extremely helpful!!! Thank you so much for sharing ❤️🙂

[@lisacheatham151]

This was super informative! My 13 month is on the last part of cold and although we have been doing saline, suction, humidifier and steam shower as suggested by her pediatrician, I wasn't aware of honey or offering her turmeric milk. I will be trying tonight.

[@AskSuzanne]

Same! Mine is 13 month too! She was born jan 14. Also a sick child is not fun. Bedtimes are miserable. I have to break all the rules and schedules.

[@pedsdoctalktv]

@@AskSuzanne YESSS it is really tough. I have a bed in my son's room for these occasional times I may need to sleep in there.

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Honey over one is my absolute favorite. Turmeric milk is even more of my favorite!

[@GurnivajSingh-wl6mv]

Hi thanks for the information.Is it ok to give paracetamol and ibuprofen to children? Thanks

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Paracetamol, similar to Tylenol, and ibuprofen are common medications used to treat pain or fever in young children and are generally safe to be used in moderation with otherwise healthy children. Check out this video for more info: kzbin.info/www/bejne/naqomneDm52Yqck

[@freedomfamilies4277]

Loved the video. Helpful, concise and pro- Natural and at home remedies first.

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Always! I am so proud to be a D.O. (Osteopathic Physician) because that is my philosophy but also what I was trained to do as wel

I like to do the natural remedies even if I do use the OTC stuff too

[@onesipwonder]

didn't know 2 year old can drink turmeric milk, gonna give it a try today. She has been coughing hard. Do you think ACV could be use on toddler, too?

[@pedsdoctalktv]

ACV is another natural remedy that I am okay with. In terms of ingestion, we dont know how much is okay to intake for kids so I err on minimal amounts. All home remedies Im okay trying as family weighs benefit vs risk

[@poohbear2441]

Does nebulizing with saline water help with coughing?? I five my 9 and 11 year ild children’s musinex. I try natural remedy but nasal congestion and coughing is hard to treat.

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Nebulized saline water is not typically recommended to treat cough and congestion from a cold, although using a nebulizer to administer albuterol can be helpful for those with asthma or wheezing. Cough and congestion are often difficult to fully alleviate but, hopefully, the remedies I discuss here are helpful. I hope they feel better soon!

[@Mmino07]

Can I use agave to substitute the honey for the turmeric milk. I’m all out of honey

[@pedsdoctalktv]

yes you can! im not sure of taste but 100% can substitute.

[@monicaargueta1524]

This is awesome thanks for the info. I hope you make a video regarding sleep regression!! Thanks!!!!!

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Will do!

[@missthomas87]

Thank you for all these remedies! We’ve been doing most of them, but will def try the turmeric milk with her tonight. As adults we definitely use turmeric milk...

[@pedsdoctalktv]

It's so so good! My son loves it because we just continued to expose

[@sanaadeeba5667]

Thank you for the information. Can I give turmeric milk to my 1year old?

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Yes fine for kids 1 year of age and older since it has milk in it!

[@gabrielapaz687]

Soooo helpful!! My son just got a cold and now he has just the cough at night. This gave me a good idea that is just part of the process and I can help him to alleviate it. Thank you!!

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Awesome!

[@OchimVictoria]

Hey doc my one month old baby is having mild cough pls what do I do, I'm currently in Nigeria

[@LisaLee123]

I keep seeing online mixed opinions of the nose frida making the sinus worse. I’m so conflicted but I have one. I’m Not a fan of the bulb.

[@marielovejeanbaptiste3501]

Thanks you so much for the video

[@pedsdoctalktv]

So glad you found it helpful!!

[@endalkachewtesfaye2419]

Great, thank you very much for your informative video!

[@pedsdoctalktv]

I’m so glad you found it helpful!!

[@cararobin7787]

My son is 9 and has been coughing without fever or congestion no green mucus breathing and mood normal do you think tumric milk could help

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Yes worth a try for sure! The honey in turmeric milk is a great natural cough suppressant

[@aquilashirine5654]

This is so helpful. Thank you 😊

[@pedsdoctalktv]

happy it is helpful!

[@clairekenaston4372]

Thank you! My 13 month old has had a cold/flu and that congested cough really hurts my momma heart after hearing for a week straight.

[@suhasinisrikanth457]

Thanks for quick response mam my daughter is ha having cold and cough with mucus since one week can u please recommend some over the counter medication or some home remedies .

[@sundrghealth]

Thanks for this information; it immensely helped as I watched and applied it.

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Wonderful! I'm so glad it was helpful ☺

[@reremoore4884]

My 4 week old has a cold do you recommend anything I can do at home

[@pedsdoctalktv]

just what's listed in this video! nasal saline and suction as needed, can use humidifier if helpful, and close monitoring/following up with clinician if concerns. hope they feel better soon!

[@darkandlovelyahp7450]

Thank you so much for this video.

[@pedsdoctalktv]

You're so welcome!

[@kajal.aidasani]

Thank you so much for this vdo. Have a question though.. When you say honey, how much in a day can we give to a 19 mo old? & what would be the apt time? Before bed? On wakeup?

[@simonerose367]

Love this video! I was deliberately withholding milky products from my almost 4 y/o because I thought they worsen the mucus issue. I love the tumeric milk suggestion... but I am conflicted. Is there any truth to milky products thickening mucus making it harder to get rid of?

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Not true by and large. We drink turmeric milk with cow's milk during coughs and colds ourselves. Does not add to mucous production

[@simonerose367]

Thank you 🙂

[@majesticwonder]

Where can we get turmeric milk

[@pirahsikandar4458]

Thank you for this educational video..v.helpful for new parents

[@pedsdoctalktv]

My pleasure!

[@qazalgujjar]

Good day doc ,my 6months,1&half yr and3yrs old baby's having cold and cough again and again What are those things I need to do as a home remedy? And do's& don't food during cold and cough Thankyou

[@pedsdoctalktv]

No specific foods to avoid, offer their typical diet but let your child guide what they want to eat/drink and encourage lots of fluids with any illness. And remedies I recommend are discussed in the video but include nasal saline, a humidifier and turmeric milk for those >1 year!

[@germalynabregana7843]

Is solmux okay for dry cough? For my 12 years old? Thank you.

[@awishkarrai9804]

Ma'am good evening. My son has coughing problem since his birth during night time he cough and try cleaning throat. How can I contact you

[@dawnlepore6286]

Thanks so much for this, Dr. Mona! My whole family has a cold right now after traveling & it's the first cold for my 22mo. He's been a champ but will try some of these other tips to help him feel more comfortable! He's enjoying the turmeric milk right now 🙂

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Turmeric milk is LIFE! There is no data at all to support benefits but I would love to do a clinical trial showing how it reduces duration of symptoms

[@ariverdin904]

My daughter has been sick on and off since February, her cough right now is constant all day, what can I do to ease her cough? I feel so useless HELP

[@LAvidapham]

Vapor rub every night 🙏

[@tryenglisjee]

Make a ginger juice! Take some ginger cleaned and washed.then just use the cheese grater to get more juice. Press and get the juice (no adding water) Then put in some sugar or red sugar about twice the amount of the ginger juice. Put together and heat it with small fire for some minutes and keep stirred.we dont want it to be smelly.just when it reach sirup like consistency stop the heat and let it cool.give the daughter s about a teaspoon or less twice perday. In.twk days it should getting better

[@gamingcrewstars]

That happend to me she must be asthmatic like me hope she feels better ❤

[@renukasree9548]

At what age we can give this​@@tryenglisjee My son is 11month old, shall I try for him, severe cold and cough

[@darshana5895]

My 8 year old gets frequent coughing.Every other month.What should i do? I have let his Dr but she don't seems concern.

[@LeasaJiL7]

Thank you

[@HappinessTheBrand]

I definitely trust this lady

[@ar1613]

This video is so so helpful! Thank you so much!

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kellyleps1884]

Hey gm my baby is 1year old n he resently develop a chest cold no cough with it but u can hear the cold on his stomach while breathing,worst at night.

[@tileapembleton8335]

thank you so much this helps!

[@pedsdoctalktv]

So glad you found it helpful!!

[@samanthareaves8643]

Why does my pediatrician recommend Claritin or XYRA ?

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Claritin can help reduce nasal drainage which can sometimes help with cough related to post nasal drip though generally will help more if the drainage is from allergies. As for the XYRA (pregabalin) I'm not sure!

[@CharmDelaCruz-pu2qu]

My 5month old baby girl has a cough and runny nose, im doing saline and suction,she also has a fever. Is it ok to try the steaming?

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Yes steam showers are ok at any age since you’re just holding them in the bathroom for a short period with the steam. Hope they feel better ❤️

[@hayakhan7123]

Dr what should we do for flu and heavy mucus? My son keeps waking up every 30 min at night time😥

[@dicksonkoranteng6966]

Thanks you❤

[@nourahora1642]

Thank you 💓 ur English is fluent do u study medicine 💉 💊 in English

[@pedsdoctalktv]

I did! Born and raised in the U.S. as well

[@cliffpoy1909]

What about reemerging cough after covid in toddlers ?

[@adibakarlen]

doctor, is ambroxol safe for 4 yo? it is common in my country, but I heard it is not approved in the US for the young under 6 (cmiiw). I am a general practitioner from Indonesia. Thanks in advance.

[@serahchimeh5872]

Pls my child is having a nonstop cough since 2days,pls what can i do

[@NathalieTapia]

What brand of honey do you recommend?

[@pedsdoctalktv]

No particular brand. As long as child is over one, any is fine. I personally use one that comes from eucalyptus plant!

[@tatyanageorge9456]

Can i mix the honey with tea

[@pedsdoctalktv]

In general most caffeine free, herbal teas, like chamomile or mint, are safe for toddlers over the age of 2. You want to avoid honey under the age of one! Ask your child’s clinician if have questions about a particular kind of tea

[@rahmailmi4976]

Can i give turmeric milk 12month old baby

[@TXBlueEyes]

Thank you for this video! My toddlers won't drink the golden milk (they don't know what they're missing), but will eat apple sauce with honey and turmeric mixed in. Is there any reason it wouldn't be as beneficial to give it to them that way?

[@IgnatiusIgnatiusnganga]

my kid has this continuous cough until he vomits everything he has eaten, which remedy should i use

[@hollylarue5279]

Thank you for this!!!

[@demicancino828]

This video is amazing! Some of the best information, seriously. My son is fighting his first daycare cold. We are towards the end of it, but I love your turmeric milk suggestion! We use honey as a remedy in my family as well, but I didn’t even think of it for my 1 year old. Thank you so much for this!

[@demicancino828]

Oh, I should add that although we are towards the end of this cold, I know there are a ton more ahead of us during these first few months of school, so these tips are really going to come in handy!!

[@pedsdoctalktv]

Demi! Your comment is so kind. Thank you! Im so happy you found it helpful!

[@silasmarc1596]

Isn't dairy not good during cold or flu? Talking about the tumeric milk recipe.

[@bushraal-ashmori8371]

Thank you... it was so informative 👏

[@pedsdoctalktv]

happy it was helpful!

[@VinikaliYepthomi15]

Hey my son is 7 month old and his been cold and nose blocked what shall please help meh

[@cliffpoy1909]

Doc, ear infection could cause cough in toddlers?

[@missnya4368]

Here because I’m not sure what to do anymore my daughter has been super sick been two different emergency rooms her cough & congestion has been worse and going on for a while now 😢

[@officialitzemrys7021]

Hello Doctor Please help me with medical advice, my two weeks daughter is coughing seriously. Whenever she started coughing it will last for more than 30 minutes and sometimes end with vomit please help me with solution

[@deeg031]

So helpful, thank you!

[@pedsdoctalktv]

You are welcome! I'm glad you found it helpful!

[@erikaalv5421]

My 3 yr old just got a cold how many times can i give him Honey??

[@pedsdoctalktv]

I usually recommend once a day in evening before bed. You could technically do twice and maybe aim for 1/2 teaspoon each time

[@ozzyd2754]

My son has a barking coughing a lot and very often

[@sijijohn913]

I love this video and your channel!

[@pedsdoctalktv]

That is so great to hear!

[@nageshgowd1816]

Mam, my child keep coughing from the past 10 days.He started going to going to scholl since two months, hardly he had gone to scholl one week to 10 days rest all days he was down with cough cold, stomach pain. Pls advice