i have a cougher.

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Hey, y’all!

Today gets to be a little bit different. I’ve agreed to be a part of a 3-part writing series with Children’s Mucinex – which is actually a lot cooler than it sounds. Yes, having sick kids is no fun, and preventing sickness is definitely the first line of defense, but the series is all about what to do when your babes are sick. You know… the snuggling, the reading heaps of books, the favorite comforting recipes, and – if you can find something to relieve their symptoms – the craft projects or fun distractions when your peanut has the sick day blues.

And let’s be honest – a change of pace is kinda nice, isn’t it?

Lots of bloggers are writing in this series, and it will be running through February and March, so if you have a sick kiddo, definitely look up these posts as great resources!

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So, sick days.

The Myers family has actually been pretty fortunate this winter – so far we have avoided the heartache of being laid low by this especially rough cold and flu season. (I know this is the part where I’m suppose to knock on wood… or go wash my hands… or gargle something foul that sterilizes my mouth…)

Except.

Except for my cougher.

He gets it from me. When Oliver gets sick, it’s not a stuffy nose or watery eyes. It doesn’t even last long and it’s rarely a fever. It’s the aftermath. The crud. It’s coughing until he’s blue in the face. I hate it for him.

[And, I so wish I could not relate. I am terrible to go anywhere in public for weeks after I’ve had a cold because I never know when a coughing fit is going to creep out of nowhere – loud and lasting – and shame me back into hiding for a few more days. It’s the worst. Not to mention that my poor husband prefers to sleep on the sofa on those nights when I’m up barking and sniffling… The worst.]

Except we’re not talking about me, are we? Ahem.

We’re talking about Oliver and his crazy (yet inherited honestly) cough. That poor, poor child.

And the thing is, it’s just a cough and it will pass. But I can’t send him to school distracting the other kids – and worse – feeling miserable. So (and I’m not selling you a line, y’all), I give him Children’s Mucinex and it works. It’s non-drowsy, keeps his chest loose, but also eases his cough so he can play it cool and learn to read at the same time.

Of course, I’d be lying if I said I didn’t occasionally wish I could just keep him home for the day and treat him the way only a Mama does. But a dose of the good stuff means no snuggly sick day on the sofa with my boy. He can totally manage a school day with a dose of the cherry-flavored wonder before the bus and a “you’re doing great!” note in his lunch box.

And even though we haven’t had a lot of sick days around here recently (again: knocking, washing and gargling…), I will be sharing later this month about a few things we’ve done in the past when we weren’t so fortunate, to keep my little people comfortable and feeling special. So definitely check back!

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Children’s Mucinex Multi-Symptom Cold 
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123 Responses

  1. Jessica VM 6 February 2013 at 11:32 am

    We don’t have a CVS nearby but I want to echo how amazing Children’s Mucinex is!! I only wish they made a dye-free version…maybe something to pass along to them. ;) It’s been so helpful with my boys when they get croup. The combo of cough suppressant and expectorant is so helpful. Thanks for sharing the info. :)

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  2. Elizabeth F 6 February 2013 at 1:53 pm

    My kids are finally getting old enough to be able to teat these symptoms and I have to admit it is such a relief, I have to admit. And on the subject of confessions… my kids watch TV when they are sick. We let them pick one movie “just for him” from the library or redbox.

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  3. Amy 6 February 2013 at 2:11 pm

    When one of my children are feeling under the weather they love a warm blanket straight out of the dryer and a Dr. Seuss book read to them.

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  4. Brady 6 February 2013 at 2:27 pm

    My sweet boy is also a cougher. Like cough until he pukes cougher. Hate it. I’ll have to try Mucinex! This post actually came at the perfect time. God used your blog to tell me something! I was just praying I’d find something to make my son feel better. When he’s sick, we like to cuddle and watch Mickey Mouse. He loves it!

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  5. AngelaB 6 February 2013 at 2:33 pm

    When my little lady gets sick, we like to snuggle on the couch together, and watch a special movie like “Beauty and the Beast” or “Tinkerbell”. I’ve never tried the Children’s Mucinex, but may have to. Thanks for the info!

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  6. Allison C 6 February 2013 at 4:34 pm

    I don’t have a kid…yet, but one is on the way. When my nephews are sick we like to play legos. It is a good low key activity and we can use our imaginations. If they get tired we can leave it and pick it up again when they want.

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  7. Christine 6 February 2013 at 4:49 pm

    Movies, uh-duh. It’s like the only time I’m okay with them watching endless episodes of Phineas and Ferb–it keeps them still, at least. It won’t win me Mother of the Year, I realize, but I’m just going for Mother Who Is Not Sick. (We have coughers, too, but it’s of the my-nose-won’t-stop-dripping-and-tickling-my-throat variety. J and B BOTH are this way, and it is enough to drive you maaaaaaaad. It can go for days and prevent sleep for an entire household. Crossing fingers and knocking on wood over here, too. Here’s hoping y’all continue to stay well.)

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  8. Vanessa 6 February 2013 at 7:43 pm

    This isn’t so much an “activity,” but when I run out for medicine, I also grab a few new sippy or straw cups of some sort. The novelty of a new cup helps them get down extra fluids.

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  9. Laura D 6 February 2013 at 8:28 pm

    My 3 year old just wants quiet activities when she isn’t feeling well: books, tv, sleeping. My 2 year old doesn’t seem to be bogged down when he’s sick and he is just as active as ever :)

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  10. Sonya Morris 6 February 2013 at 8:52 pm

    My children love snuggling while watching television when they are feeling under the weather. I love the extra snuggle time, but hate they feel so bad!

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  11. Jenny 6 February 2013 at 10:12 pm

    snuggles, lots of books & the movie dumbo when he’s really sick…when we’re starting to feel better, but too snotty/coughy to leave the house–make-shift tents, legos & play dough. :)

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  12. Kris 7 February 2013 at 8:56 am

    PLEASE NOTE MOMS: This medication is not to be given to children under te age of four. Mayo clinic advises children not take over the counter cold medications. Below is an exert from one of their articles

    FDA experts are studying the safety of cough and cold medicines for children older than age 2. In the meantime, remember that cough and cold medicines won’t make a cold go away any sooner — and side effects are still possible. If you give cough or cold medicines to an older child, carefully follow the label directions. Don’t give your child two medicines with the same active ingredient, such as an antihistamine, decongestant or pain reliever. Too much of a single ingredient could lead to an accidental overdose.

    Just a Mom who does not believe in treating the symptoms with over the counter medications other than Tylenol for a fever!

    I comfort my girls by making sure they are hydrated and a warm bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup.

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  13. amy 7 February 2013 at 10:18 am

    The only thing that makes my grumpy kid happy when she’s sick is to be able to watch some movies and eat a few popsicles.

    That being said, the Mucinex mini-melts have been a LIFE SAVER for me this winter! I can’t believe how well they work!

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  14. .ivy 7 February 2013 at 11:03 am

    SHOWS. We can occasionally coerce them into sleeping or sitting for some stories, but 99% of the time my sickos want to lounge in front of a cartoon. =)

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  15. Angela 7 February 2013 at 11:39 am

    My kiddo loves snuggling, reading, board games and movies when he’s sick. I’ll have to try Mucinex next time he has a cough. Thanks for the tip!

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  16. Janna 7 February 2013 at 12:16 pm

    My little guy is NOT a snuggler (boo!) but when he’s sick and wakes up in the middle of the night I go running because it’s my only chance for cuddling! If he’s not feeling good, sometimes I’ll pick up a helium balloon for him and then he’s all smiles no matter what.
    Also, last time he had a bad cold, my Dr. told me to dip a teaspoon into honey and let him have it before bed or when he was coughing. It opens up the airway and helps them breath better! It actually worked and of course he loved the sweet stuff!

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  17. Karla 8 February 2013 at 8:05 pm

    When my girls are under the weather, they like to be cuddled up under a blanket while they watch one of the favorite movies:-)

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  18. Michelle 8 February 2013 at 8:19 pm

    My little guy loves to snuggle up with Mommy or Daddy, with nice warm, soft blankets. Mommy loves to give him Mucinex – it’s been a life saver over and over again.

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  19. Clarissa 8 February 2013 at 10:21 pm

    When my boys are sick or feeling puny, the only thing they want is to lay in my bed with me and watch cartoons. So, I load up with water, chips, any medicines, Kleenex and possibly some chocolate and we all hunker down in my bed. I might let each one pick out a movie and then we settle in for some serious comfortable fun. The boys think it’s the greatest treat ever and if I rest my eyes, *ahem* no one is the wiser!

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  20. Lisa Brown 10 February 2013 at 2:53 pm

    When we spend time reading together, or doing any other craft projects at home, and television, they always feel better.
    jslbrown_03 at yahoo dot com

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  21. Ashley 10 February 2013 at 4:34 pm

    A new box of markers and sketch pad helps my girl to pass the time when she isn’t feeling well. And snuggling, lots of snuggling.

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  22. Taylor 13 February 2013 at 1:22 pm

    My little one loves to “watch a movie ‘gether” when she’s feeling under the weather. I love how comforted she is by snuggling together! :)

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  23. Ashley Hatten 16 February 2013 at 9:38 am

    Watching TV in bed or playing their 3DS. My oldest son likes to read on the iPad as well :) THANKS!
    ashleygatewood1(AT)gmail.com

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  24. Brittany K 18 February 2013 at 1:02 am

    Being allowed to have a sippy cup of juice in the living room in front of the tv watching cartoons. I think I even get some *fake* sniffles sometimes in hopes of recreating this sick activity! :)

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  25. PAIGE CHANDLER 18 March 2013 at 3:56 pm

    My daughter loves to watch The Parent Trap in her room over and over again when she feels crummy. She knows the words by heart

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  26. Wild Orchid 19 March 2013 at 9:25 am

    My son loves to cuddle with me and his favorite blanket while watching his favorite movies when he is feeling under the weather.

    Thanks for the chance to win!

    wildorchid985 @ gmail dot com

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  27. Amy Tong 27 March 2013 at 1:30 am

    going for a little walk outside always puts a smile on my kids faces when they are under the weather. A good way to get some fresh air too.

    amy [at] utry [dot] it

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  28. sy 27 March 2013 at 8:19 pm

    Making storybook and watching tv for my little cousin, she can finally sit still when she’s feeling under the weather lol
    songyueyu at gmail

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  29. Samantha Daleo 29 March 2013 at 4:40 pm

    My daughter enjoys drawing, reading and watching DVD’s when she is sick. She also loves lots of water and home made biscuits.

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  30. SharonAnne 30 March 2013 at 12:29 pm

    An afghan, poached egg on toast, and Vick’s on the chest bring comfort to my kids. But the one-on-one time with Mom and puzzle books is probably their favorite.

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  31. Sarah L 30 March 2013 at 3:44 pm

    No kids. I sleep as much as possible, drink lots of water and hot herbal tea and use essential oils.

    Thanks for the contest.

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  32. Candice Hull 30 March 2013 at 5:15 pm

    We make a bed on the floor with lots of blankets and pillows and watch movies or play games. Just spending the day together resting seems to help everyone feel better
    Thanks!

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  33. Katharina 31 March 2013 at 6:50 pm

    My daughter enjoys extra mom-time whether we’re reading, writing, playing games, or just resting. Katharina angelsandmusic[at]gmail[dot]com

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