Home medicine

All parents are worried when their child is ill. The difficulty can lie in not being able to identify what's wrong with the child, especially when he's too young to tell you how he feels, and in not knowing how serious the ailment really is. Some of your child's minor illnesses can be treated at home, or at the least some relief can be brought to the child while awaiting the doctor's prescribed medicines.

When to ask for medical help

Doctors, nurses and medical professionals won't mind if you ask them for reassurance if you're worried about your child's health or need help.
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Home medicine: being a nurse to your child

Mothers make excellent nurses because they put the health and comfort of their children before almost anything else.
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Home medicine: using a thermometer

Never use a mercury thermometer in your child's mouth; as he may bite it and swallow mercury, which is a poison; opt for a digital one.
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Giving medicine to a baby

When your baby is ill your doctor may prescribe a medicine, such as liquid paracetamol. Give the medicine in the recommended dosage.
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Giving medicine to a toddler

Giving medicine to a toddler will require both your calm and your creativity to ensure your child doesn't refuse.
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If your child has to go to hospital

Given a little forethought, a stay in hospital does not have to be upsetting or frightening for your child.
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