04/02/2026
“Aki hii homa ya back to school ni kaliiiii!!”(This cold for back to school is bitter!-loose translation guys)
Have you found yourself saying this about your babies? Maybe Jayden and Tiffany have got the flu!!!!!
Flu in children is a highly contagious respiratory infection causing sudden high fever, cough, body aches, and fatigue, usually lasting about a week.
Key management includes rest, hydration, and fever reduction using acetaminophen or ibuprofen. (Brufen ile mums give for everything!)
The best prevention is a yearly flu vaccine for children 6 months and older.
Symptoms of Flu in Children
Common Symptoms:
High fever, headache, body aches, chills, fatigue, cough, and sore throat.
Additional Symptoms:
Unlike adults, children often experience vomiting and diarrhea.
Duration: Symptoms typically last for a week, though coughing and fatigue can last longer.
Behavioral Changes: Children may become irritable, weak, or, in some cases, continue to play despite a high fever.
Please bring your bundle of joy to get the flu shot to avoid the sniffles 🤧