as a trained herbalist I make natural medicine. I went to school for it. I would never say anything to medical advice. Plants have many healing qualities, and not everyone wants the pharmaceutical companies dictating children health risk.
Yes I will help with home remedies but if the home remedies isn’t working. I suggest going to the Doctor.
Or if there is signs showing that the need urgent care. It is important to know when you child’s injury or illness needs immediate emergency intervention.
-your child isn’t responding to herbal treatments.
-your child’s shows signs of serious illness such as fever great then 101. Hemorrhaging, delirium, unconsciousness, and severe abdominal pain.
-lethargic and weak unresponsive difficulty to awaken.
-stiff neck headache and is unable to touch his or her chin to her chest. (Possibly signs of meningitis)
-Recurring earaches
– showing signs of choking difficulties breathing, sucking in breath turning blue….
-Becomes dehydrated
-has bee stings or insects bites
-has red streaks in the skin from a point of infection. That can be blood poisoning.
-has burns that covers areas on the body twice the size of the child’s hand, signs or shock, or third degree burns…
I think a parent can ask for advice, but shouldn’t do anything without consulting a child’s or a physician. They can do there own research and well.
Even a trained herbalist wants a person that wants to try herbal medicine needs to consult a trained physician, because the risk of contradicting medicine
- Chamomile: Excellent for calming, sleep, skin irritation, and tummy aches.
- Lemon Balm: A gentle herb for anxiety, nervousness, and fussiness.
- Elderberry: Known for supporting immune health, especially during cold and flu season.
- Peppermint/Spearmint: Great for gas and digestive issues.
- Calendula: Ideal for topical use on cuts, scrapes, and skin rashes.
- Ginger: Effective for motion sickness and nausea.
- Catnip: Useful for reducing fevers and inducing sleep.
- Licorice Root: Soothes sore throats and dry coughs.
- Teas: Gentle infusions of chamomile or peppermint are easy for kids to drink.
- Tinctures/Glycerites: Herb Pharm's Children's Line offers glycerin-based, alcohol-free extracts designed for taste and safety.
- Oils/Topicals: Garlic-mullein oil is used for earaches, and calendula cream for skin.
- Gardening: Herbs like lemon balm, lavender, and mint are easy for kids to grow.
Always consult a pediatrician or qualified herbalist before introducing new herbs, especially if the child is taking medication or has chronic conditions. Ensure you are using age-appropriate dosages, as children are not just small adults.