5 Tips For Giving Your Child Medicine Without Stress

Given that you disliked the taste of medicine when you were younger, it is not surprising that your child doesn’t either. Anyone who is ill simply doesn’t have the taste buds or appetite for anything, aside from the unappealing taste of the majority of medications.

But sick children do need to take their doctor-recommended medicines to get better, so here are some effective tips and tricks to successfully give your child medicine:

Provide choices

When they are ill, young children especially have a tendency to lose self-control, so it is very helpful to lead them and give them options at every stage of recovery.

When it’s time to take their medication, give them a variety of options that will help them feel in control: how they take it (from a cup or syringe, with your help or on their own), when they take it (before or after their sponge bath), and where they take it (in bed, on the couch while watching TV, or in the playroom).

If they decide to take it themselves, just make sure you watch over them!

Give it the right way

Children frequently dislike taking medicine due to the taste, but occasionally the way it is administered is also a significant factor. Make sure the dosage is appropriate for the child (divide larger doses, especially for medications with a thick consistency, into smaller parts) as they have a tendency to choke or gag when taking medications.

Never squirt medicine directly down a baby’s throat. Instead, squirt it into the lower cheek and then wait for them to swallow before repeating. Always administer medication while seated or standing up straight.

Always have a positive approach

Always adopt a positive attitude when giving medication to children so they understand that it’s not a punishment. Don’t forget to thank her if she accepted it without resistance!

Give rewards

Prepare a box of small treats (small toys, stickers, etc.) for your child if you are having trouble giving them their medication.) where he can pick out anything he likes after taking medicine. Young children respond well to incentives and rewards, and your sick child deserves some fun too!

Explain why it’s important

You can explain to school-age children why it’s important to take medication, even though younger children won’t understand. Tell them that the sooner they start taking it, the faster they’ll recover and be able to play again!

You can successfully administer medication to your child by using these stress-free tips.