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When a Cold is Not a Cold

Spring fever is spiking in our home.  The last few weeks have been beset with sniffles, sneezes, sore throats and some serious sinus issues. For a long time I thought the aforementioned symptoms were related to the common cold, but a recent trip to the doctor proved otherwise.  The next time you are tempted to self diagnose your child’s runny nose and congestion, consider the other conditions he could be suffering from: Allergies:  Frequent sneezing and itchy, watery eyes, especially during the spring months can be a sign of allergies.  March and April are notorious for having high pollen and … Continue reading →

The Worst Cities for Kids With Fall Allergies

Some places are not as healthy to live in as other places are. WebMD has a list of the ten worst places to live for children (and adults) who have fall allergies. This list is for 2012. There is potential that your child is especially allergic right now because he or she lives in a place that is filled with Fall allergens. Has the past few weeks been really difficult for your child? It’s not unheard of for someone who has allergies to be miserable in the weeks that the air is filled with an allergen that he or she … Continue reading →

How to Tell a Cold from an Allergy

The Fall weather is upon us, and Winter weather is on its way. This is the time of year when many children catch a cold. If your child has allergies, it might be difficult to figure out if their symptoms indicate that they have a cold, or, if they are having an allergic reaction. Here are some tips to help you to tell the difference. Is that sneeze due to a cold, or is it an allergy symptom? Parents of children who have allergies may have trouble differentiating between the two possible answers. Colds and allergies have some symptoms in … Continue reading →

Don’t Ignore Allergies

Allergy season has officially hit at the Williams’ house and it is definitely not very fun! Our days are filled with runny noses, sore throats, and itchy eyes. Tissues are in short supply and it tends to make us both a little grumpy. It can be easy to mistake your child’s sniffles for the common cold, but if the symptoms persist for more than a couple weeks you may want to talk to your pediatrician about the possibility of testing for allergies. If left untreated allergies can make children more susceptible to ear and sinus infections and can even cause … Continue reading →

Is it A Cold Or Is It Allergies?

At this time of year, many little noses run and sniffle. It can be difficult to discern whether your toddler’s runny nose is the result of a cold or allergies because the two conditions have very similar symptoms. For the past couple of days, Dylan has had a very runny nose and I have been wondering what is causing it. Since it has only been a few days, it is too soon to tell whether the duration of Dylan’s runny nose is being caused by allergies or a cold. A cold lasts for a few days to a week, but … Continue reading →

Free Apps for Parents of Kids Who Have Allergies

Life can be difficult for parents of kids who have allergies. You never can know, for certain, when your child will accidentally encounter an allergen. Sometimes, being well informed can help keep your child a little bit safer. There are plenty of free apps that are useful for parents of kids with allergies. Not every allergy related app that you find at the iTunes store, or at Amazon.com, is going to be available for free. Some, like the Allergy Caddy cost a little bit of money to download. However, since I am writing this blog in December, I realize that … Continue reading →

A Cold Sneeze or an Allergy Sneeze?

Your child walks up to with a runny nose, coughing, and sounds congested. Does she have a cold or could it be allergies? It can be very difficult to determine the difference. When my oldest was little it always appeared she had a cold. I used to think she caught colds easily until it came to light she had seasonal allergies. I have a friend with a similar story and know of more just like it. Even doctors have a hard time distinguishing a mild cold with seasonal allergies since many of the symptoms are the same. The sooner you … Continue reading →

Eliminating Household Allergies 2

It is important to eliminate as many indoor allergens as you can, especially if you have young children or a respiratory condition. For anyone eliminating the things that cause allergies in your home can make everyone feel better and have more energy. I’ve started a series that will teach you just where those indoor allergy triggers live and how to easily eliminate them. This is the second post in the series. If you missed post 1, please click here to catch up. Remove the Dust Mites Dust mites love to live in all sorts of places in your home, and … Continue reading →

Eliminating Household Allergies

If you’ve had a cold that has been lasting for weeks, chances are that it isn’t a cold at all, but indoor allergies that are flaring up. Learn how to eliminate household allergens and breath easier. During the colder months, we tend to button up our houses and stay indoors more. This exposes us to higher concentrations of indoor allergens that can make us and our family members miserable. In addition to this, drier air creates the right breathing ground for bacteria , meaning that a simple allergy can turn into a nasty sinus infection in no time. And for … Continue reading →

Allergies In Your Family Tree Are Nothing To Sneeze At

Sometimes, people like to joke about having “nuts” in their family tree. Family gatherings can be filled with humor and interesting memories if your aunts or uncles are a little batty or your cousins are somewhat eclectic. There is another type of “nut” that some people have in their family tree that is more problematic. Nut allergies have become increasingly common over the past decade or so, and allergies have been linked to heredity. Allergies to foods and environmental triggers are yet another reason why knowing your family’s health history is so important. Allergies occur when your immune system reacts … Continue reading →