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Tummy Troubles
Handling Little One's Bellyaches
By Dr. Aneema Van Groenou
If you are taking care of your child at home, there are a few things you can do to help her get better. Allow your child to rest. Sleep often helps the pain resolve. Make sure your little one is drinking. She will do fine without solid food for a few days, but she needs lots of fluids. If she is vomiting, give a couple ounces of liquids at a time. Re-hydration drinks, such as Pedialyte, are especially good.
Give your child any prescribed medications as directed by the doctor. Talk with the doctor about any home remedies you have tried or want to use, because they could affect the treatment. Don't use any adult medications or old antibiotics. If she has a fever, take her temperature every four hours.
In most cases, a good nap and some TLC will do the trick, and your child will be back to her usual curious, cheerful, high-energy self. And a little tickle on the tummy won't hurt a bit.