What do I feed a sick family?
96- sandra rinck
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Woke up about midnight this morning, everyone is puking and poop peeing.
Not sure feeding them is a good idea since they all got some pretty disgusting stomach flu. I didn't realize so much stuff could come out of a living human being but I guess it does.
So what should I feed my 3 year old and my boyfriend or is it just best to keep giving them fluids and no food?
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sandra rinck wrote:
Woke up about midnight this morning, everyone is puking and poop peeing.
Not sure feeding them is a good idea since they all got some pretty disgusting stomach flu. I didn't realize so much stuff could come out of a living human being but I guess it does.
So what should I feed my 3 year old and my boyfriend or is it just best to keep giving them fluids and no food?swine flu?
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chicken soup!!!
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Saltine crackers, sipping on 7-up, sipping water to not get dehydrated. Of worse when they can chicken or vegetable broth, and chicken noodle soup. I'm sure you've heard this before.
Also just a reminder, have them gargle with warm salt water, and chewing vitamin C.
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In the east, children and elders drink green tea especially for indigestion problems. Believe me, it works miracles.
If you dont have green tea, a few drop of lemon in a little warm water will help in flushing out whatever is causing it.
Hope they all get well soon. Take care of yourself.- 96
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sooner than later wrote:
sandra rinck wrote:
Woke up about midnight this morning, everyone is puking and poop peeing.
Not sure feeding them is a good idea since they all got some pretty disgusting stomach flu. I didn't realize so much stuff could come out of a living human being but I guess it does.
So what should I feed my 3 year old and my boyfriend or is it just best to keep giving them fluids and no food?swine flu?
No, the woman that we are staying with took her son to the ER a couple days ago and determined that it was some sort of gastral intestinal virus that he would have to wait out.
I think the swine flu is milder than this though to tell ya the truth. 
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jenblacksheep wrote:
chicken soup!!!
What she said!
But mostly broth to begin.
Also make sure you get electrolytes in them, which is potassium and a few other things. Bananas are good, sports drinks usually have electrolytes in them.- 96
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Rehma Jamshed wrote:
In the east, children and elders drink green tea especially for indigestion problems. Believe me, it works miracles.
If you dont have green tea, a few drop of lemon in a little warm water will help in flushing out whatever is causing it.
Hope they all get well soon. Take care of yourself.That sounds doable. Should I add sugar or no?
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I give my boys saltine crackers and very closely monitor liquids. Often too much on the stomach will induce vomiting. We try to wait it out as long as we can before adding in too mush solid food. A few sips of clear liquid every 20 mins or so for the first few hours. Once he seems to have the vomiting under control, I would introduce a few saltines. Water can make them vomit more so you may want to stick to Sprite or popsicles. Ice is ok (i don't see why but a nurse told us that one) Gatorade is better. Pedialyte is also good for the little ones IF you can get them to drink it. Once they stop throwing up, I let my guys have whatever food they feel like eating, excluding anything with too much grease or dairy. Milk plus fever equals nasty mess for mom later! Hope your family feels better soon!!
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I actually heard once that drink flat Coke or Lemonade is good for lining the stomach and stopping you throw up. I've never tested it, but it's sposed to work!
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sandra rinck wrote:
sooner than later wrote:
sandra rinck wrote:
Woke up about midnight this morning, everyone is puking and poop peeing.
Not sure feeding them is a good idea since they all got some pretty disgusting stomach flu. I didn't realize so much stuff could come out of a living human being but I guess it does.
So what should I feed my 3 year old and my boyfriend or is it just best to keep giving them fluids and no food?swine flu?
No, the woman that we are staying with took her son to the ER a couple days ago and determined that it was some sort of gastral intestinal virus that he would have to wait out.
I think the swine flu is milder than this though to tell ya the truth.ahh, the ol screen door stomach flu. thats the worst
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refer to "BRAT" diet--bananas--rice--applesauce--toast--bland foods--google it for more info
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Hi Sandra,
Two sick at once. That's gotta be tough.
All good advice here. Small sips of Sprite or Gingerale (ginger is another spice that's good for the stomach) if they can tolerate it.
Don't force any solid food until they feel like they can eat again.
For the poopy part, the old BRAT recipe works well:Bananas Rice Applesauce Toast (or Tea -- I've heard both ways).
YES to adding sugar or honey!
My sister (who is a nurse) just went through this with her 5th grader. It lasted 5 days and he lost 11 lbs. She found that out when he had to weigh in for football. She knew he was better when he asked to go get something to eat. His choice? A weiner and a vanilla shake!
If you're worried about dehydration take your little one to the ER and have them put him on fluids.
Good luck and know we love ya! MMjenblacksheep wrote:
chicken soup!!!
I agree home made if possible. Chicken soup has penisilin that is good to help your body's blood cell fight off the attack!!!
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buffalo wing wrote:
refer to "BRAT" diet--bananas--rice--applesauce--toast--bland foods--google it for more info
My grandma swears by this but I couldn't remember the name!
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I was in Florida a few years ago and I got really sick. I was really ill and for days all I ate was tortilla chips and watermelon! really random!
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Daniel Carter wrote:
jenblacksheep wrote:
chicken soup!!!
What she said!
But mostly broth to begin.
Also make sure you get electrolytes in them, which is potassium and a few other things. Bananas are good, sports drinks usually have electrolytes in them.Okay hopefully you guys don't think I am being irresponsible but I cannot get to a store, its far and I don't have a car to get there. And the other woman in the house with a car is also sick.
SO on hand I have Arizona green tea, Capri Sun, Water, Seltzer water and green tea (bags).
I have some bread, graham crackers and roman noodle.
I am sorta afraid to give my kid the capri sun but she wont drink the regular water or seltzer water so I figure maybe I can give her the Arizona green tea because it is sweet and she might go for it.
Other than that maybe I could go with bread instead of crackers???? - 96
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Janetta wrote:
I give my boys saltine crackers and very closely monitor liquids. Often too much on the stomach will induce vomiting. We try to wait it out as long as we can before adding in too mush solid food. A few sips of clear liquid every 20 mins or so for the first few hours. Once he seems to have the vomiting under control, I would introduce a few saltines. Water can make them vomit more so you may want to stick to Sprite or popsicles. Ice is ok (i don't see why but a nurse told us that one) Gatorade is better. Pedialyte is also good for the little ones IF you can get them to drink it. Once they stop throwing up, I let my guys have whatever food they feel like eating, excluding anything with too much grease or dairy. Milk plus fever equals nasty mess for mom later! Hope your family feels better soon!!
Thanks, good tips.
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Mighty Mom wrote:
Hi Sandra,
Two sick at once. That's gotta be tough.
All good advice here. Small sips of Sprite or Gingerale (ginger is another spice that's good for the stomach) if they can tolerate it.
Don't force any solid food until they feel like they can eat again.
For the poopy part, the old BRAT recipe works well:Bananas Rice Applesauce Toast (or Tea -- I've heard both ways).
YES to adding sugar or honey!
My sister (who is a nurse) just went through this with her 5th grader. It lasted 5 days and he lost 11 lbs. She found that out when he had to weigh in for football. She knew he was better when he asked to go get something to eat. His choice? A weiner and a vanilla shake!
If you're worried about dehydration take your little one to the ER and have them put him on fluids.
Good luck and know we love ya! MMThanks MM for answering my questions so I am off to catch more vomit if need be. Been a fun morning so far and everything smells like puke.
Can't wait for my turn.
Hopefully it will skip right over me but it seems inevitable since no one has been able to escape. lol
Thanks again. - 96
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jenblacksheep wrote:
I was in Florida a few years ago and I got really sick. I was really ill and for days all I ate was tortilla chips and watermelon! really random!
too funny!
