Homeopathic Cold Remedies for Toddlers

Toddlers are no longer allowed to take cold medications without a prescription from the doctor. All cold remedies intended for young children have been taken off the shelves due to children getting sick from improper dosing. This has led many parents to look into homeopathic remedies for their little ones. Homeopathic remedies include a good dose of common sense, and all parents should be aware of the options available other than a prescription cold medicine.

Herbal Tea

• A tea made of three parts elderflower and one part plantain is safe for children ages 2 and up. This will help congestion and runny noses.

Echinacea

• A toddler should be given time to allow his body to fight a cold on its own. However, if a toddler is not recovering or keeps getting sick, Echinacea can be purchased in doses appropriate for children.

Multi-Vitamins

• Toddlers should take a quality multivitamin to rebuild the immune system and to prevent future illness. This vitamin should be recommended by a doctor or homeopath and not just grabbed off the shelf at a discount store.

Rest and Eat Well

• Homeopathic cold remedies do not work by themselves. They must be accompanied by plenty of rest and healthy eating in order to help your toddler properly recover from a cold. Toddlers need plenty of Vitamin C, beta-carotene and zinc.

Visiting the Homeopath

• A child with any recurring illness, even a cold, needs to see a homeopath or doctor for further investigation. It is never safe to ignore an ongoing condition, even if it appears to be "just a cold."