We’ve all been there: childcare, playdates, back to school, rolling in the mud. Children’s delicate little immune systems are regularly hard at work. At WishGarden we have been supporting healthy families for more than 43 years and our children’s formulas are a permanent fixture in many natural medicine cabinets. Our children’s line is carefully formulated with herbs unique to the needs of children and soft, little bodies. In our childhood immunity range we offer fantastic remedies to have on hand for all the different ways children sniffle, sneeze and get sick. Follow this simple guide to navigate the options and care for your family during the winter.
Help little ones build and maintain strong immunity every day strengthening formula. This is real food as medicine: herbs that nourish children with the nutrients and botanicals they need for better health. In addition to a healthy diet, nutritious herbs help strengthen your children with the strongest immune system possible! This formula is suitable for daily and long-term use and is extra beneficial before and during the school period and in the winter.
This is the kids’ version of our signature formula, Kick-Ass Immune. Kick-It Immune Activator For Kids is loved by families to support their little ones at the first sign of sniffling or when a mild cold has developed. This blend of herbs helps stimulate an immune response, support lymphatic movement, and stop whatever is coming. prevents it from getting worse and helps children get better quickly. Start this formula as close to the onset of symptoms as possible!
This is your big weapon remedy for everything nature has to throw at you. When symptoms become acute and nothing else seems to work or when you need to support children with a healthy viral or microbial balance, Kick-It Biotic comes to the rescue! Pack this formula when the family leaves the house. Whether camping or a beach holiday, you’ll be glad you have it on hand so fun times aren’t derailed by bugs and germs.
This formula is aptly named because it is so good at helping children when coughs are a nagging symptom. Wild cherry is a faithful friend who takes the lead, cuts through the gunk and helps clear the cough. Horehound provides soothing while the red root penetrates deeper to support the lungs and facilitate deeper release. This formula can also be a good choice if a cold is lingering and a child needs help getting over it.
This formula is your gentle symptom reliever for snorting. When your children are suffering from the discomfort of a cold, this is your best remedy. It provides support for stuffy or runny noses, coughing and nasal congestion, and for optimal body temperature. No parent wants to see their child struggle and Congestion Rescue can be a trusted ally to quickly alleviate discomfort.
Using the formulas
Serving Instructions: These formulas are suitable for children of all ages, including babies. Adjust serving size based on weight and age. For a baby, start with just a few drops as needed. When children are over a year old, start using the full dropper, building up to 2-3 full squeezes of the dropper as children grow. For most of these formulas, you give one serving every few hours until symptoms subside. Always follow the instructions on the bottle.
Pro tip: If your kids have trouble with the taste of herbal remedies, add them to tea, juice, smoothies, broth or soup.
We recommend using our children’s formulas until approximately age 12 and then switching to adult remedies. You can always use your discretion and consult your doctor if you think your children may be ready for adult formula sooner!
Jamie McKeown has a BA in Film & Communications from the University of Michigan. She has studied holistic nutrition and natural healing for over 15 years. She is a certified health coach and herbalist and director of education for WishGarden.
For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, or to sell any product.
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