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The Pill that Packs a Punch

For the second time in two weeks, I'm struggling with allergies. Normally, spring and fall can pass without effecting me, but this year, I'm feeling the full effects of the budding trees and hazy pollen. In the effort to be able to breathe again (I figure that's pretty important), I bought an over the counter antihistamine, recommended by my doctor to ease my discomfort. I quickly realized that my tolerance for medicine is very low. (Matt already knew this from past experiences involving me and pain pills post-op, but I seemed to have blocked out those memories.) Needless to say, I was in rare form last night. As the hysterical laughter and tears turned into a foggy, sleepy haze I started to wonder if baby girl was feeling just as loopy as I was. I sure hope not. After shaking her up like a popcorn kernel in a hot pan for 10 minutes, it's no wonder she kept waking me up throughout the night. Against my better judgment I submitted to my desire for breathing again tonight and took another pill. If anyone out there knows a "natural" way to relieve sinus pressure and congestion, please let me know. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I can avoid a sinus infection and the resulting antibiotic.

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megret7 said…
My chiropractor swears by Sinus Rinse (or other similar packs), and she keeps trying to get me to try one. I just can't bring myself to squirt saline up my nose, though. :0) Might be worth a try if you can't stand the meds anymore. Hope you feel better soon. :0)
11:54 AM
Anonymous said…
Hi Sarah,
I use this wonderful serious saline spray called "Simply Saline" and it does wonders for the sinuses. I use it before bed and when I get up...and maybe once during the day and it helps me breathe clear. I am not a fan of heavy medicating my allergies either and this has been the best thing I've found!
Happy breathing!
6:44 PM
Melinda and Ken said…
Hi Sara!

Congrats on your baby girl! Came across your blog from Meg/Ken Wilson's. Glad to see everything is going well with your family.

This is totally gross, but really works for my sinuses (i typically get an infection twice a year)- a netti pot with sinus rinse packets. :-)

Take Care,
Melinda Benedict
1:05 PM
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