Your child's lingering cough has kept the whole house up for weeks, and you still can't tell if it's normal. Here's how to know when a cough is fine and which breathing signs mean it's time to get seen.
Dr. Elana walks you through the exact thought process she uses when a child's cough won't go away. You'll learn what a cough is actually doing in the body, how a dry cough differs from a wet cough, and the breathing red flags that mean you should see your doctor. She also covers the cough sounds that point to croup, whooping cough, asthma, or allergies so you can get your kid the right support faster. Then she shares her simple Doctor Mom cough protocol: three at-home tips, her top three natural medicines, and the homeopathics she loves for kids' coughs.
Topics Covered In This Episode:
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What a Cough Is Actually Doing in Your Child's Body
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Dry Cough vs. Wet Cough
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Cough Red Flags: When to See the Doctor
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Barking, Whooping, Wheezing: Cough Sounds That Need Different Care
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Why Kids' Cough Syrup Isn't the Answer
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At-Home Cough Tips: Dairy, Humidifier, Cold Wet Socks
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Top 3 Natural Medicines for Dry and Wet Coughs
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Homeopathy for Cough: Drosera, Spongia, Pulsatilla
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