blondeviolin Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 I don't own any oils. I've had a stupid cold for 10 days or so. I've seen the doctor. It's just taking me forever to get over the dumb thing. And I'm so sick of the dry and sore throat. I can't breathe well through my nose so it's aggravated by that. Besides salt water and some warm tea with honey, anyone have any tried and true sore throat recipes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanaqui Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Ice cream, with or without pickles? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 I use topical throat sprays that numb. They're not natural, but they're harmless during pregnancy. I've had to use them with each of my pregnancies except one where I didn't get sick the whole time, and my kids are only slightly weird :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blondeviolin Posted March 18, 2015 Author Share Posted March 18, 2015 I use topical throat sprays that numb. They're not natural, but they're harmless during pregnancy. I've had to use them with each of my pregnancies except one where I didn't get sick the whole time, and my kids are only slightly weird :) My husband suggested this, but I'm having the Return of Morning Sickness that hits in the third tri and I'm not sure I wouldn't vomit afterwards. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in NH Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Safe Medicines in Pregnancy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UmMusa Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 I'm not pregnant, but this winter when I had sore throats or dry throats that wouldn't get better I ran my humidifier when I slept. Some days I ran it in the room I was sitting in. It helped a lot compared to the nights I slept without it. Spoonful of honey? Slice or shred some fresh ginger and put it in the hot water to drink. Short naps throughout the day (at least one?) helped my throat feel better; I noticed it didn't bother me as much when I woke up from sleep. (maybe because I had that humidifier running!) But seriously, you probably need a nap to help your body get better especially since you're pregnant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luuknam Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 In The Netherlands they eat licorice to help with sore throat (and just as candy as well). It's pretty harmless, although since it's candy it's not good for your teeth. Also, if I remember correctly it can increase your blood pressure if you eat a pound of it a day. Not that I'd recommend eating a pound of it a day. Just mentioning that because some pregnant people get high blood pressure during their pregnancy, so if you have that this may not be the best choice for sore throats during pregnancy (my blood pressure stayed on the low side while pregnant though, but then and again, my latest blood pressure measurement (not pregnant) was like 98/60). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Apple cider vinegar Warm salt water :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
school17777 Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Gargle with hot salt water Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Elle Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Hot lemon honey tea works for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 I've heard that marshmallows can help, but I haven't tried. It's worth a shot. It might also help to use the neti pot frequently so there is less dripping and irritation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katy Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Gargle with alcohol (listerine, vodka, or other alcohol, just spit it out & you'll be fine). Hot toddy (the hot tea makes most of the alcohol evaporate, but there's still some, so I'd try to limit that to once or twice a day). Chai tea (black tea with plenty of cinnamon and ginger - natural antibiotics and antinflammatories) Eat something salty and crunchy in texture if the sore throat is due to post nasal drip (my favorites were Funions or Cheddar & Sour Cream Ruffles). Honey - by the spoonful OR make "lozenges" by freezing drops of honey on waxed paper. Popsicles Any hard candy Gargle with hot salt water if it doesn't nauseate you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wapiti Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Xylitol nasal spray, enough so that it goes to the back and comes down the throat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xixstar Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Traditional Medicinals has a sore throat tea that is very effective. Licorice root really helps as does marshmallow root or slippery elm bark for helping to coat and sooth the throat. I don't care for the licorice taste but still drink it because it is effective. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 My mil swears by gargling with warm salt water or using Fisherman's Friend lozenges. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amira Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 The spoonful of honey saved me one time when I was pregnant. My throat was really inflamed and I couldn't take ibuprofen like I usually would, so a swallowed a spoonful of honey and it made a huge difference. It didn't really work for me to drink it with hot water. I had to eat it straight. I think making your own blobs of honey is a great idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Alyssa* Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 I use cayenne pepper for sore throats and used it while pregnant in three pregnancies that I recall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LizzyBee Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Magic Mouthwash! You need a prescription for it, but it's just gargle and spit, so you're not ingesting anything. It really works like magic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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