Aseptika Ltd

24/01/2023

During the winter, children with asthma often experience worse symptoms. This can be because of certain triggers that occur at this time of year—such as a change in temperature, the type of air in your home, or even the use of a fireplace.

The first step to eliminating these triggers is to identify them. Keeping an asthma diary is a simple way to track your child’s symptoms and spot patterns. If your child’s asthma always gets worse when the weather is freezing or after you’ve been using the wood burner then this could tell you what’s causing the problem.

19/01/2023

It's getting colder again!

13/01/2023

If your child is coughing or wheezing at night, it could be a sign their asthma is not well managed.

If this happens often, it can affect how well they sleep and stay healthy for school the next day. Their breathing may also become more shallow, which can make them feel tired.

Keep your child's bedroom at the right temperature—breathing colder air at night can trigger their asthma symptoms. Try propping them up with pillows to keep their airways open and comfortable.

06/01/2023

It can be a good idea to help your child start looking after their asthma, even when they’re quite young. It can help your child feel more confident and in control, and give you more peace of mind when your child is at school or away from home.

It’s important to remember that every child is different. Some children are ready for more responsibility earlier than others, so you need to listen to what your child wants and make sure they understand what's expected of them.

You can start by introducing them to their inhaler, telling them how it works and what it'll do for them. Show them how to use it, and make sure they know when and why they should use it. You can also talk about what triggers an attack (like exercise) and what helps alleviate the symptoms (like taking a deep breath).

02/01/2023

Making sure your child stays safe with their asthma at school or nursery can feel a bit daunting.

Your child may be going back to school or nursery for a new term, starting school or nursery for the first time or joining a new school or nursery. If your child has asthma, you may worry about how to prepare for this.

Book a meeting with your child’s teacher or keyworker where you can talk through the important information about your child’s asthma. Ensure you talk through your child’s asthma action plan and ensure staff have a copy to keep.

28/12/2022

If you manage your asthma well, you can look forward to the year ahead without symptoms getting in the way. Make sure you set some asthma goals to ensure you’re managing your asthma the best that you can in 2023!

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24/12/2022

20/12/2022

If you have a child with asthma, you know how scary it can be. We're here to help.

At Aseptika, we've developed an app that makes it easier for parents to manage their children's asthma.

The app is called Asthma+me, and it's a Class I Medical Device self-care solution designed with families in mind, to help manage childhood asthma. It's simple, easy-to-use, and customizable—and it lets you create customized routines that are right for your family.

17/12/2022

As a parent, you know how scary it can be to see your kid struggling with asthma.

That's why it's so important to teach your child to recognise the symptoms of asthma, so they can get help as soon as possible.

15/12/2022

Your kid might have to skip school, playdates, or parties with their friends if they have asthma symptoms or need to go to the doctor. Try the following strategies to keep kids from missing out!

12/12/2022

Asthma is frequently triggered by the cold. For many asthmatics, the winter months can be particularly hazardous. But Why?

10/12/2022

There are a couple of things you can do to prevent any allergy flare-ups at home when bringing a real Christmas tree into your home. 🎄🎄

• Hose down your live tree before you bring it into the house to help to wash off the allergens
• If you notice increased asthma or allergy symptoms, move your tree outside
The artificial varieties might need some extra work, given the nasties they can accumulate in storage.
• Give it a good shake outdoors before you put it up inside
• Unpack your tree and decorations outside and vacuum them as you get them out of the box
• Wipe down your artificial tree, wreaths and ornaments with a damp cloth to remove the dust
• When you pack your tree and decorations away, use airtight plastic bags and sealed boxes so they collect less dust