Croup Explained in 10 mins!

Understanding and Managing Croup in ChildrenIn this episode of the Wonder Care Podcast, Sheena Mitchell, a Pharmacist and mother of three, discusses winter viruses with a focus on croup, a condition affecting the upper airways primarily in children under six. She explains the symptoms, causes, and ways to manage croup, emphasizing the importance of staying calm and offering reassurance to the child. Sheena also provides tips on hydration, rest, and when to seek medical attention. Additionally, she plays audio samples of stridor to help parents identify this characteristic sound.00:00 Introduction to the WonderCare Podcast00:23 Understanding Croup: Symptoms and Causes01:49 Croup in Children: Age and Gender Factors02:04 Recognizing the Croup Cough03:22 Managing Croup at Home06:03 When to Seek Medical Help06:43 Identifying Stridor and Wheezing09:10 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSeason 10 Partnership– Salin Plus (available here!)I am so thrilled to be partnering with Salin plus  This 100% natural salt therapy device is suitable for both adults and children! Tune in to learn more!Support this PodcastSimply following and reviewing this podcast can make a huge difference! If you enjoy this episode I would be so grateful if you could follow or subscribe to the show!#croup #respiratoryhealth #healthpodcast #familyhealth #childrenshealth #health Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.