Childrens HerbsHow to safely use childrens herbs and remedies for common childrens illnesses. Many mothers want to help their children's illnesses with holistic natural approaches. However, there are important safety factors to consider when looking at herbal remedies for a child or a baby. Diagnosis: It is extremely important to obtain a correct diagnosis for a child when she is ill, especially under the age of three. Lab work, blood work and an experienced physician may be needed to have a correct diagnosis. You certainly do not want to be giving the wrong herbs for a misdiagnosed illness. Care Providers: Have a good network of holistic health care providers that you can call upon for correct diagnosing and herbal remedies advice. A trained herbalist may be essential in order to determine the best childrens herbs and remedies for a physician's diagnosis of a child's illness. In most cases, the protocol of an herbalist will naturally help support the body's innate ability to heal itself.  It is also a good idea to take this even one step further. Give half the dose twice as often. For example, little Sally is to have 1/2 teaspoon of her cough syrup three times a day according to the label. Instead choose to give her 1/4 teaspoon six times a day. This kind of dispensing will be easier on her system and more available throughout the day. Age: Be very cautious of giving medications to children under the age of three unless you have the correct diagnosis and have a clear understanding of the herbs being used. Nursing babies will derive the greatest benefits of herbs from their mother's milk. This is the most ideal way to administer herbs to children under the age of 18 months. If mama drinks an herbal tea, nursing baby will be getting the herbs as well from her milk. Good Companies: Only buy childrens herbs and supplements from reputable sources that have high quality standards and integrity of product. I recommend Nature's Sunshine Products or Native Remedies or Herbs For Kids Reactions: Some children may have a reaction to a herbal remedy. Look for allergic reactions or other reactions. Discontinue use immediately if reactions occur. Get Help: If a treatment is not helping after three to five days of use, consult with a holistic practitioner or trained herbalist. Be sure to notify the professional of all remedies and supplements that are being used. Also, a child may not like the taste or smell of a remedy and will therefore not take it. This is where we have to get creative with how to make a remedy look like a yummy treat and not something nasty that has to be endured. Mixing the remedy with honey (if the child is over a year of age) or in juice will help the medicine go down!
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