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Cough remedies for toddlers

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Dalesgirl16 · 13/07/2018 07:18

My 20 month old has had a cough all week. Our humidifier doesn't work so I'm just using Vick's on her and giving her paracetamol once a day (for her teething). She's only ever drank water. Are there any warm drinks I can give her? Or any other remedies you use please? Thank you

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CAAKE · 13/07/2018 07:24

Pineapple juice has been found to be just as effective as cough medicines.

Dalesgirl16 · 13/07/2018 07:35

Really? I will go and get her some, even though we don't know normally give juice.

I was wondering about any hot drinks too.

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CAAKE · 13/07/2018 08:07

Yes, I read somewhere that most cough syrups are effective because they are gooey and line and calm the throat, and that pineapple juice does the same thing. We've been using it with our dc for a while now. They like the taste and it is high in vitamin c too.

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Dalesgirl16 · 13/07/2018 09:32

Just given her her first taste and she likes it. I hope it works, thank you!

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chocolatelover9 · 13/07/2018 13:54

I found Benelyn cough syrup didn't really do anything but then I bought tixy licks and it worked wonders. Also if I you put your LO bottle of water in the fridge so it goes cold that will help as it will soothe the throat. Hope this helps Smile

Dalesgirl16 · 13/07/2018 20:03

Thanks. I gave her pineapple juice twice today but she is still coughing. I will try these too,

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Olivebrach · 16/07/2018 20:13

Bit late but have you tried honey as well. Studies also show it being more effective than cough medicine

LovelyBranches · 16/07/2018 20:15

I give honey to my children. As long as they are over 12 months it’s ok.

Dalesgirl16 · 16/07/2018 22:06

She's still got loose cough. I will give her honey tomorrow, thanks!

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