Blocked Noses Sorted in 10 mins!
Effective Strategies for Managing Children's Nasal CongestionIn this episode, Sheena Mitchell, a pharmacist and mother of three, discusses various strategies to manage nasal congestion in children, particularly during the school season when viruses are rampant. She provides an array of advice, from utilizing saline nasal sprays and humidifiers to practical tips like inclining beds and maintaining good hydration. Sheena also emphasizes the importance of identifying potential allergies and the benefits of the flu vaccine. Additionally, she shares information about natural remedies and appropriate use of decongestant products for older children. This episode is packed with practical recommendations to help keep your child comfortable and healthy.00:00 Introduction and Overview00:11 Understanding Congestion in Children01:03 Saline Nasal Sprays: A Natural Solution01:42 Additional Products for Congestion Relief02:33 Tips for Nighttime Relief02:44 Using Humidifiers and Vapor Oils04:06 Nasal Aspirators and Other Techniques04:45 Hydration and Hygiene05:22 When to See a Doctor05:39 Allergies and Other Causes of Congestion05:56 Using the Salon Plus Device07:28 Combining Methods for Best Results08:50 Non-Natural Decongestants09:18 Flu Vaccine for Children09:52 Conclusion and FarewellProduct links as promised!Calpol saline nasal sprayCalpol Blocked Nose SpraySudafed decongestand nasal sprayCirrus HumidifierSalin plusSterimar rangeFollow Sheena on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/wondercare_irlSupport this PodcastSimply following and reviewing this podcast can make a huge difference! If you enjoy this episode I would be so grateful if you could follow or subscribe to the show!#congestion #blockednose #snottynose #kidshealth #winterhealth #covid #fluseason #fluvaccine #nasalfluvaccine #covidvaccine #irishhealth #irishhealthcare #pharmacist #patientadvocate #sheenamitchell #healthcare #healthcarepodcast #healthtips #preventativehealth #healthsystem #universalhealthcare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.