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Clogged Ears

When I get sick, it usually goes to my sinuses and throat. And those are problems I know how to handle! I’ve had a lot of success holding off sinus infections by using an irrigation kit. But for the last few days, my left ear has been clogged. Maybe it’s lingering water from the shower, maybe it’s something more serious. I’m starting to get that achy feeling down towards my jaw that reminds me of swimmer’s ear. Time to turn to my trusty home remedy resources! The general consensus among my library of natural remedies is that water may indeed … Continue reading →

Kids and Earaches

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When your child has an ear infection, what do you do? Do you run to the doctor for antibiotics, or do you watch and wait and see what happens? Often a childhood ear infection will run its course in the same amount of time with or without antibiotics! For the last few years, the American Academy of Pediatrics has been suggesting watchful waiting for ear infections that are not severe. The drawback to over-using antibiotics is that your body (and the bacteria) can become resistant to antibiotics over time. When to watch and wait: If your child is still eating … Continue reading →