Keep Calm Mother, These Tips on Caring for Sick Children at Home

When a child is sick, it's natural that Mother is restless and sometimes doesn't focus on what needs to be done to care for the Little One. C'mon, look again at what is necessary and not to be done so that he recovers quickly. Caring for children who are sick does need patience and special calm, yes, Bun. Especially for babies and toddlers (under five years). Although only treated at home, but Mother also needs to understand the right way to care for your child, and be aware of the signs or symptoms that require immediate doctor treatment.

Various Things That Need To Be Done

The first thing you can do when caring for your little one who is sick, is listening to the child's will. For example, if Mother wants him to sleep in the room but the child wants to sleep on the sofa. Try to obey where he feels comfortable. In addition, the Mother needs to help your child rest comfortably so that he can recover quickly, including by:

• Placing children in a room with good air circulation

Whether in your room or another room your child is being treated at home, you can open a window or ensure ventilation so that air and wind can come in and out for good air exchange.

• Providing nutritious intake

Make sure your little one is drinking enough water even if he doesn't have a appetite. If the first day he does not want to eat, on the second day try to eat even if only a few bribes. Mother can feed him little by little to finish slowly. Also try to give him nutritious drinks, like milk. In addition, eating chicken soup can help relieve colds and inflammation.

• Make sure the child has enough rest

Help him to be able to rest and sleep soundly by reading stories or playing soothing music.

• Do not give drugs carelessly

Mother, be careful when giving medicine to Little One. Not all drugs, including over-the-counter medicines, can be given to babies and toddlers. It's better to check with your doctor, so you get the right prescription.

Accompanying the little one who is sick, can make him more calm. If you both work, Mother and Father can take turns permitting the office to take care of him. Some parents may also be able to get permission to work from home. However, if you need to ask for help from others to look after your child, don't forget to provide detailed information about the child's needs. Includes a list of prescription drugs and medical record books that may be needed, especially if the child must be immediately taken to the doctor.

Symptoms to Watch Out for

Sometimes children get enough rest and are treated at home. But at other times it needs to be checked by a doctor immediately. There are several symptoms that need to be watched as a sign that the child needs to be immediately taken to the doctor or emergency department at the hospital:

• Respiratory disorders

Shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing, or short and fast breathing.

• High fever

Fever more than 38 degrees Celsius, especially if your child has a history of febrile seizures. But, babies less than 3 months need to be taken to the doctor immediately if they have a fever.

• Vomiting and diarrhea continues

Continuously vomiting and diarrhea, especially if accompanied by blood, and dehydration. Mother also needs to have Little One checked if she does not want to consume food or drinks at all.

• Change in mental status

Seizure, unconsciousness, unable to communicate, or if the child seems noisy.

Some other conditions to look out for in a sick child are signs of dehydration, dark or bluish skin or lips, stiffness in the neck, or prolonged coughing. Likewise, if the child suffers from a chronic illness that worsens, such as diabetes or congenital heart disease. In addition, if your child experiences severe headaches, recurrent or sore throat, stomach ache, stomach appear tense or bulging, ear pain, or when your child cries without stopping until moaning, immediately see a doctor or take him to the hospital the closest. Even though you have to take care of your little one who is sick, don't let you get too tired and fall sick too. Alternating with Father or other family members, can give time for Mother to rest. So there is no need to fret and be confused anymore when Little One is sick, Mother. With proper and effective care, all family members can return to health and activity.