This post is sponsored by Fess
I don’t know how we manage it, but just about every time we are about to go on a family holiday at least one of us has come down with a cold.
As a result I have learnt a few tricks when travelling with a cold especially when you travel with kids.
My Tips for Travelling with a Cold (with kids)
Pack Medications
I always pack a medical kit when we travel and now have learnt to include a few extra items for colds.
Fess
Fess is a saline solution that comes for babies or kids. It is fast becoming one of the favourites for colds in our household. My son has been quite lazy when it comes to learning to blow his nose and he really finds that a squirt of Fess helps loosen the mucus and he can have his nose cleared in moments.
Little Coughs
Usually with a cold comes a cough. So I often include some cough mixture. The Little Coughs syrup is free of preservatives, colours and flavourings – as a mother I like the sound of that – and it helps ease the cough.
Little Eyes
Colds also cause eyes to get watery and gunky. Little Eyes wipes are gentle hypoallergenic towelettes designed to gently wipe away this residue. I think it is just handy to have a gentle face wipe for your baby, toddler or child.
Paracetamol
I also pack paracetamol for a headache and/or fever that goes with the cold.
Vapour Rub.
If the cold goes down into my child’s chest then the Vicks vapour rub for babies or kids really helps him to breathe easier through the night, resulting in a better nights sleep for everyone.
Drink Fluids
With runny noses, sneezing and coughing the body is loosing a lot fluid so make sure your kids drink lots of water.
When we are in the car for a road trip or day out I always have a water bottle placed next to my son.
When we fly I pack an empty water bottle in our hand luggage to fill after we have gone through security. Most airports now provide a drinking fountain in the secure area (though not Bali airport).
If you are travelling with a baby or toddler and want to take sterilised water just pack your bottle in your hand luggage/nappy bag and declare it as you go through security. To date I have not heard of anyone having bottles for babies denied.
Stop the Spread of Germs
If you haven’t left home with a cold then there is a good chance you might catch one especially if you are flying with kids.
Try and reduce the spread of germs wash hands regularly, especially if you have been into the toilets to help the kids
Pack hand sanitiser wipes or gel and get everyone to use them before they eat.
If your do catch a cold then use tissues for sneezing and coughing helping to prevent you from passing it on.
I hope these tips for travelling with a cold help you to travel easier with a cold whether you have kids or not.
What do you do when you travel with a cold?
- DISCLOSURE: This post was sponsored by Fess
I didn’t know Fess made a Little Coughs. What age group is that one for? I went to the pharmacy recently needing something for my little one’s cough and was only offered Prospan. Great tips 🙂 #teamIBOT
It is suitable for anyone from 6 months and is made with Ivy leaf Extract. Maybe you could order some online.
Great tips! I have gotten a cold on the road many times. It is better to be prepared than running around trying to get something to feel better. I also try to wash my hands often and avoid touching my face. In addition, I try to avoid touching surfaces with my fingers. If I have to press and elevator button, I use my knuckles. If I have to open the plane door, I use my elbow or forearm.
Good tip Ruth avoid touching surfaces as much as possible.
Don’t leave home without Fess, Saline, CHest Rub, Kids Paracemetal and Nurofen or Hand Sanitizer. Must check out Little COughs though- haven’t seen that one before 🙂
Little Coughs is made by Fess Aleney, so if you already love their products give it a go.
Wash hands – a lot! And plenty of fluids for sure. Great advice.
Thanks for joining in #wednesdaywanderlust this week
Thanks Malinda, yes the simple things can make all the difference.
I remember the days of traveling with a sick kid. No fun. Your suggestions are so helpful for any age though. I use the immune boosting, Wellness Remedy, tincture or caps for myself. It’s not tasty and the caps don’t work for kids, but it kicks me back into health if I catch an infection early. Good for tummy problems too. Found you through the linkup and will share on my Facebook Page: Tripwellness. Happy travels.
Thanks for the tip and sharing Elaine. even if you can get yourself well with those kids you then can cope with looking after them.
All of your tips are key, especially staying hydrated.
I think one of the best tips is to make sure your immune system is as strong as it can be. The friendly flora in your gut makes a huge difference so eating yogurt and other cultured foods is really helpful.
Excellent tip Linda a probiotic to help ward off stomach upsets. You can even buy some that don’t need refrigeration.
My big tip would be essential oils leading up to the trip to try to avoid that cold in the first place! Ugh, nothing worse than traveling when you’re feeling yucky. Well thought out plan for dealing with it when it hits!
Great tip Crysta, essential oils have a lot of healing powers. Which oils would you suggest to avoid a cold?
Really great tips – packing all the essentials incase – vapourisers are such a good idea. We don’t have these products in the UK but have similar ones that I must remember to pack with me as you’re right! I always catch a cold! Thanks for linking up with #MondayEscapes
Ahh yes Ting, this always the problem with giving advise on the internet different countries have different products – it’s hard to get them all by the right name.