Tag Archives: Preschool health

Natural Treatments for Mosquito Bites

It’s mosquito season and already they are out in full force.  My son recently went camping and came home with over 40 bites.  I thought he forgot his bug spray but claimed to have sprayed it daily.  The bites didn’t seem to bother him too much but I had about five on my ankle and the itch was driving me batty.  Since, I try to be as chemical free as possible and I have smaller children who I don’t want sprayed chemicals, I decided to use myself as an experiment.  It was too late for my teen or I to … Continue reading →

Treating Urinary Tract Infections in Children

Urinary tract infections are miserable.  As someone who suffers from urinary tract infections and have allergies to antibiotics, I know the struggle and the solutions.  However, it is always very important that you seek medical attention if you suspect your child has an infection.  Follow your doctor’s advice and do not use treatments mentioned in lieu of prescribed medication. Due to my allergies to antibiotics, I have learned to use natural remedies on the onset of an infection. The moment I feel a twinge of a problem I begin treatment.  It is important to catch it before a full blown … Continue reading →