“Fussy babies IMO do better when they cry themselves out.”
Definitely! Now they’re saying some of this stuff has killed some babies - too much sedation for their systems.
“My kids go the benadryl route though.”
Is my son the only one who gets psychotic on this stuff?
The back of the package warns of side effects that you mentioned.
Ok. I get it. Some kids get wired on Benadryl. Then don’t give it to them. But please don’t go the ‘drugging the kid’ route with 1/2-1 teaspoon of Benadryl for those who do well on it. It is relatively innocuous (for those who don’t have a reaction) and it helps the child. The term ‘drugging’ used to apply to DRUGS. Benadryl worked for my kid when he got fussy and he was much happier on long flights. And crying himself out only dehydrated him and that came with it’s own set of problems.
Seriously Scotswife, I do wish you luck. Nobody enjoys a fussy kid (including Mom) especially with all the restrictions now in place for flying. Bring lots of toys and you can get snacks, drinks and food after you pass through security. My last word. I’m out of here.