Full of cold, what can i take?

[Emlou15e]

Ive been full of cold for over a week now, started with sneezing, runny nose, sore throat, now im left with a banging headache and just feel generally shattered. I keep trying to get some rest when my 2 year old naps and i try go to bed early, but even with all the sleep i just feel like absolute crap. Feels like ive got a head cold now, one of them that lingers round for quite a while. I just feel like crying, im so fed up. I dont know what to take apart from paracetomol, and when i do take that it doesnt seem to help. Any ideas of what i can take or do to make myself feel any better? Im 8 weeks now, i wouldnt moan and can cope with a normal cold but its like a constant headache.

 

[KellyL]

Hi Em,

Sorry to hear your feeling so poorly, I'm just wondering if you've tried warm water, honey, lemon & a little pinch of cinnamon, even before being pregnant I've always found this to help me
Just a thought! xx

 

[KellyL]

Hi Em,

Sorry to hear your feeling so poorly, I'm just wondering if you've tried warm water, honey, lemon & a little pinch of cinnamon, even before being pregnant I've always found this to help me
Just a thought! xx

 

[Emlou15e]

No i might try that thank you x

 

[kellylou]

I recommend the calpol vapour plugs, we got one for our son if you are bunged up again.

 

[KEW]

I'd imagine the headache is blocked sinuses? I always find steam helps, the old bowl of hot water and tea towel over the head!! However I much prefer going to the gym and sitting in the steam room but not sure if that's a good idea whilst pregnant. Hope you feel better soon x

 

[Happymummy2012]

try the 4 head stick its safe to use in pregnancy. it sort of numbs the area feels lovely and soothing. can buy in pharmacy.

 

[Emlou15e]

Think im going to try the steam and towel thing, my mum has some menthol crystal things you put in the water, just read up and it says there safe to use in pregnancy. Thanks guys, these usually help so should be feeling better soon!