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Ask Dr. Pixie McKenna your Q about children's health in winter and you could win a £150 Love2Shop voucher! ANSWERS NOW BACK

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AnnMumsnet · 21/11/2016 09:39

As we head into the colder months, sniffles and sneezes may become more common. Courtesy of Nurofen for Children, we’ve teamed up with Dr. Pixie McKenna who is on hand to answer your questions on keeping your children healthy this winter, specifically looking at colds and flu, fever and sleep difficulties. As well as being a medical expert, Pixie is also a mother so she’s had first-hand experience of looking after her own child and is here to share her top tips and advice with you.

Here’s a little bit more about Dr. Pixie:

Pixie comes from a family background of medicine, being the third generation of doctors in her family. She has over 13 years of medical experience since qualifying and is currently a practising GP at London’s Harley Street.

Post your questions to Dr. Pixie by the 27th November and we will pick 20 for her to respond to. Everyone who posts a question will be entered into a prize draw where one lucky Mumsnetter will win a £150 Love2Shop voucher. A link to her responses will be posted by 4 January.

Please note, Dr. Pixie is here to give advice but cannot mention, discuss or endorse any brands or products.

This Q&A is sponsored by Nurofen for Children. Nurofen for Children 3 months- 9 years. Contains Ibuprofen. Always Read the label

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Ask Dr. Pixie McKenna your Q about children's health in winter and you could win a £150 Love2Shop voucher! ANSWERS NOW BACK
OP posts:
blondie123c · 26/11/2016 12:52

Best way to treat sore chapped split lips?

Amez2012 · 26/11/2016 13:07

Do you think they will find a cure for the common cold?

rachelmi · 26/11/2016 13:19

Do you recommend giving vitamin D supplements to children over the winter?

Nikks381 · 26/11/2016 13:39

Does giving your child multi vitamins have much benefit? I have a fussy eater and I don't think he get all the vitamins he needs from his food. He gets coughs and colds quite a bit

daisyduck123 · 26/11/2016 13:41

What's the best way to help stuffed up little noses at night ?

Elizasmum02 · 26/11/2016 13:44

Every time my daughter has a cold she gets issues with her ears and usually ends up on antibiotics, is there any way to avoid this or any particular reason she has so many ear issues?

janeyf1 · 26/11/2016 13:51

With more illnesses around during the Winter months, what is the best way to keep the little ones immune systems up to prevent catching germs?

MrsDramaQueen · 26/11/2016 14:08

Do you think the flu jab actually benefits children.

EmmaNiggles · 26/11/2016 14:20

When should you worry about a childs mental health. When my daughter says she has a imaginary friend and hears her speaking to her.

katieskatie82 · 26/11/2016 14:53

any good advice on how to make a child sleep comfortably when they have a bad cough?

cwalliss82 · 26/11/2016 14:56

What is the best way to get snot out of a babies nose? They can't blow their nose and get so distressed with it being blocked. I have heard that some mums put their mouths over their babies noses and suck the snot out. Completely disgusting but maybe effective. Is this a good idea?

amyhalliday1 · 26/11/2016 14:58

Are cold and flu capsules suitable for children

pooh2 · 26/11/2016 14:59

Daughter is 3 and ever since coming into contact with cousin has had repeatedly gunky eyes. The cousin had a really nasty eye infection at the time. How to stop it spreading further? Anything to reduce further conjunctivitis? Thank you.

LycanGav · 26/11/2016 15:08

How best to avoid horrible running noses and the inevitable "licking" that goes along with them?

emmav6 · 26/11/2016 15:15

my 5 yea old has been invited to have the flu jab but i'm concerned if will make him unwell, is it worth having at his age?

baconbap · 26/11/2016 15:30

does the child flu vaccine have any side effects?

Dormouse1940 · 26/11/2016 15:49

Whilst my little one is pretty bright and healthy, he seems to get a cold around November-time and remains snotty til Easter! What, if anything, can I do as a preventative, or to help him shake off all the bugs of cold and flu season?

StandUnderMyUmbrella · 26/11/2016 16:07

My daughter has been known to develop a viral wheeze if she gets a cold. Is it ok to be using the blue inhaler as often as 4 hours at the first signs of a cold and in doing so, it is not causing her any harm?

katieskatie82 · 26/11/2016 16:22

any advice on best ways to ensure a child sleeps well and gets comfortable at night if they have a bad cough?

littleme96 · 26/11/2016 16:39

What are the best ways to prevent Norovirus and if my children get it, what is the best way to get them to recover quickly?

bridge16 · 26/11/2016 17:01

When do you worry about a cough in winter? My son has had a cough now about 5 weeks. It hasnt got any worse or any better. It doesnt affect him too much although sometimes affects his sleep. When should i take him to the doctor if it doesnt imporve?

sofieellis · 26/11/2016 17:04

How can you make sure that a cough/cold doesn't turn into a full-on asthma attack?

DoItTooJulia · 26/11/2016 17:10

Hi Pixie,

Great web chat, thanks for coming! I've got a four year old at preschool and he's got a constantly runny nose and low level viral symptoms.

But it's the cough that I never know what to do with. How long do I manage at home with calpol, vaporub, steam and glycerin cough mixes that I know don't really help, but it makes me feel like I'm doing something before I go to the GP?

Thanks Brew and Cake

ftovey7 · 26/11/2016 17:18

Whats the best way to teach a child how to cough phlegm up as apposed to swallowing, my son eventually gets to the point where he is actually vomiting the stuff up :-(

glennamy · 26/11/2016 17:22

Any tips on helping with ear ache or prevention.