Any Natural Remedies/solutions for a Four-year-old with Recurring Headaches?

Just a quick thought... Have you ever thought about taking him to see a chiropractor? The one I go to I trust completely and has helped my two little ones with certain problems. I am not one of those people who is all about the homeopathic stuff. I like tylenol and other drugs when they are approprieate, but this seems to work for my kids without having to use the drugs as much. His name is Dr. Joshua Bryan, he is located in American Fork at Freedom Square Chiropractic. ###-###-####
He does a great job! HOpe this helps

I would try one of two chiropractors - Dr. Tom Anderson (near 4500 S. in SLC) or Kory Branham - also in SLC and an office in Alpine. Dr. Branham is remarkable and can find what is wrong with you through kinesiology. He is very hard to get in to though. I have heard wonderful things about Dr. Anderson as well. He works with food allergies among other things. My brother has terrible migraines and found out it is due to his digestive system. I hope you find some help.

I agree with Christine. Chiropractic (if an ongoing, theraputic situation)would be beneficial. I go to Dr Joe Arvay. www.spinegeek.com
Also look into Cranial-Sacral. I took my daughter as a newborn to Nan McConaughy in Lakewood.
Good luck!

Always take this stuff to a medical professional. AMEN to what Ann said!!! He needs to determine if is serious, allergy, eye strain or what is causing the headaches before you predetermine how to treat it.
Migraines are rare in younger children but can happen.

Talk to your Pediatrician about what is going on. They may even want to do an MRI. Never shun doing this or worrying about homeopathic ways until you know exactely what is causing these headaches.
Eye strain in younger kids can cause headaches too,so a vision check should be part of testing.

I suffered from migraines starting at 8, it was hell and there were no meds out there to relieve the symptoms, just had to lay in a quiet, dark and cool room for a day until they passed. The meds now are not constant but to take them on the onset of the migraine to prevent them from getting disabling. I don't know the course of treatment for a child but taking something on the onset was a huge relief as I got older!

Please take him in before you try to remedy it at home.
Mine turned out to be due to grinding at night and TMJ, took them years to figure it out. I got a bite guard and it stopped.

I am typically not an alarmist and use a naturopath or chiropractor before western medicine, but I feel I should share my experience with you ...

when my oldest son was 4, he began having headaches that would wake him up in the middle of the night. He would have them about once a week or so starting early that December. By mid January, he would have a headache in the night and then vomit upon waking up. No persistant nausea was present. I decided to get a CO monitor just to check that ... no Carbon Monoxide was discovered. By mid February, he began having dizzy spells here and there. I took him to a chiropractor and followed up a week later. After that, I took him to the Children's Hospital in Denver for diagnostics. They found a golf-ball sized tumor in his brain. This was successfully removed and he is doing great.

Just to be on the safe side, look for signs of intercranial pressure: vomiting WITHOUT nausea, signs of challenged mobility (dizziness, shaking hands, trouble walking), headaches, and pupils that do not respond to light properly) ... also, if a hat that used to fit all of a sudden is too small, it could indicate that pressure is causing his head to enlarge (sounds weird, but my son experienced this)

In the mean time, a great remedy for headaches (even my son's severe ones ... he has a high pain tolerance too) is to rub lavender oil on his feet. This would soothe my son back to sleep.

I hope he is feeling better soon. Good luck!
A. L.

Hi!

Is your son drinking enough water? My 8 year old gets bad head aches and they started when she was about 6, when we moved here from Michigan where it is humid. With the altitude and dry air, she was getting a head ache every day. I took her to see the doctor and she said try encouraging more fluids and if that doesn't help, we will check for other things. So, make sure your little guy is getting enough to drink!

A.

Hi A.,
In reading up on migraines for an adult friend of mine I discovered a couple of things that might interest you. Lets start with what your son is eating or drinking. It is advised to stay away from sugary products (pop, candy etc) including but not limited to the "fake" sugars.Splenda was noted to be particularly bad for causing headaches. Also, my bet is he isn't drinking near enough water. Water (plain, pure water)will help purify his system of a lot of toxins and keep him hydrated. You might need to have his vision checked also. Sometimes poor eyesight can cause headaches as well. God Bless, L.

A.,

There are many good ideas here, but let me give you my opinion/experience. I am a Pediatric ICU nurse, so please know that I see the worst of the worst. Therefore, I error on the side of caution.

I have had way too many patients who have complained to their parents of headaches (from little ones, up to teenagers), and then BOOM all of a sudden they are vomiting or unconcious. I have taken care of too many kiddos with brain tumors to suggest anything than going to your pediatrician. It doesn't mean they will dope him up with medication. Testing is in line, most definitely. They often treat adult headaches with Magnesium supplements, but nothing should be started before consulting with your pediatrician.

I'm thinking of you and hoping for the best!

Dear A.,

I'm not sure if you have had this checked of not, but headaches really are no fun. And I'm not quite sure how it is tested, but I've heard of this problem in others. Spinal fluid could be low. That causes TERRIBLE headaches. I had a spinal tap checking for meningitis a few years ago and I was the 1 in 1000 that got the spinal headache. I couldn't move or breathe without wanting to cry. I tried for three days before giving in and heading back to the doc for a blood patch and it worked marvelously.

I hope that this isn't the problem, but it could be something to ask the docs about. It is pretty simple to fix.

Good luck!
V.

I would recommend taking him to his pediatrician first to rule out any possible medical conditions. Headaches are a symptom that indicate something else is wrong. After your medical doctor has ruled everything out then I would seek natural alternatives. In my natural health practice I've found that many headaches are diet and environmental related, also can be due to constipation (how often are his bowels moving?), sinus congestion, dehydration, food allergies and/or cervical misalignment. Migraines can be triggered by foods, children especially can be very sensitive to cheeses, nitrates/phospates (found in hot dogs and lunch meats), MSG chocolate and asparatame.

A.,

My daughter suffered with migraines for years, now she is 14 and hasn't had one in 2 years. First thing, is he constipated? Are his BMs hard or big? If so, he needs lots of water. Second, You need to find out what he is allergic to. You could be feeding him something or there could be something in your home that is making him sick. With my daughter, we found out she had a cyst in her nasal cavity. It took a neurosurgeon and an MRI to figure that one out. My brother suffered for years with migraines and it was also his sinuses and his house, his home was really old. You should also consider that with the light sensitivity, there could be something wrong with his pituitary gland. It is never just one thing. But at least with an allergist, you could find out if it is something he is ingesting or if it is his environment. Good luck.

Hello. I am a mother of 2 and I work part-time as a massage therapist. I currently have the priviledge of working with a very respected pediatric chiropractor. Through working with her I have developed a great deal of respect for what chiropractic care can do for children. She is very upfront, knowledgeable, and empathetic. A Dr. that specializes in pediatrics would I am almost certain be able to help your son. We also have a homeopathic spray for migraines in stock at our office. I would also recommend looking into a type of massage therapy called Cranial-Sacral. I know a few limited techniques that have proven to be invaluable in my practice, particularly for treating headaches. I do not have a personal referral on a cranial-sacral practitioner, but I have heard there are a few in Ft. Collins. Please don't take my referral of my colleague as a way to pad my own pocket. I have seen her do amazing things for families, mine included. She is worth atleast having a consultation with if you are so inclined. I know you would not be disappointed in her expertise, warmth, and professionalism. And lastly I fully support your search for a natural, non medicated resolution to your son's headaches. Good Luck, keep us posted on what happens.
Dr. Amy Reeves
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A.,
My suggestion would be to get his eyes check, drink more water, and what every one else said. I know it is nerve wracking when your little ones are sick and you don't know why!
I will be praying for you.
S.

I would get migraines as a young child as well, and as an adult I still have them. I do use ibuprofen as pain relief, but it's also really helpful to have him lie down in a dark and quiet room. My mom would get me a cold, damp washcloth to hold against my head and that helped too.

I don't have any doctor suggestions except that it would be a good idea to take him to see one. With a child so young, and especially since they're increasing in frequency, it would be smart to rule out any underlying problems, and I'm sure a doctor could offer more suggestions on how to deal with the pain.

I feel for your little guy, and hope that you're able to find a solution that works for you and him!

Get your child up to primary children's. It doesn't matter what your insurance situation is, they will treat you(I am not insinuating that you have no insurance). When it comes to the head, there is no fooling around. Let the docs run the tests necessary to hopefully determine why your 4 year old has been experiencing these symptoms.

Best of luck

could this be allergy related? my friend's son, when younger had a cherry allergy, which can be found in many foods and had headaches a lot. . . does he need glasses? anyway, just considerations. hylands makes great homeopathics, my sister has taken them for hives and headaches, we give my daughter hylands teething and fever tabs when necessary. you can find them at health food stores, i know the teething pills can be found at walmart, i've not looked for other hylands products. good luck, difficult when you're little one is having pain.

Have you thought about getting his eyes checked? That could cause headaches. He could also have SID (sensory integration disorder), which would explain the sensitivity to light. Talk to your pediatrician and they could refer you to a specialist.

Good luck! Poor guy:(

Hi A.,
Good for you to explore some natural alternatives before going with pain meds at this point. If you email me, I can send you some specific information on how magnetics (not all are created equally) plus making sure he is well hydrated (it is not how much you drink it is how much your body can absorb).

I've helped several people with migraines and even was chatting with someone when one started. We were able to stop it in its tracks, which she says has never happened before. As long as she kept wearing her necklace (actually 2 bracelets put together for kids or pets), she did not have migraines. One time she traveled without the necklace and got a headache. Naturally, prevention is best. There are also options with a sleep mask and pillow that have given people great results too. Best of all, no drugs or side-effects. Just give the body what it needs and it can do amazing things.

Do some research on supplements too.

Please email me at ____@____.com and I'll be happy to send you some information.

Good luck and know there is hope. Naturally, rule out anything medical and eye strain wise too.
S.

Caffiene is a natural remedy to headaches. I would try tea or coffee before soda. I hate taking pills for anything and usually try to tough it out. But I get headaches everytime the weather changes, which is pretty often. So I drink lots of tea. I am naturally hyper and this does not make it better or worse.
Hope this helps~B.

Isn't it unusual for four year olds to get headaches? I am perhaps a little paranoid because of my child's own medical history, but I would take him to a specialist or some kind of doctor. He could have had a head injury or maybe a tumor?-Freaky I know but better safe than sorry.
If that doesn't pan out I would take him to a chiropractor, as they have always helped my mother with her migranes

I have had light sensitive my whole life and have found that ordinary sunglasses have made all the difference. You can buy the cheap novelty spiderman type at Target for 4.00. As far as at home, monitor his TV and movie time and check the wattage of the light bulbs in his room. You may also want to have his eyes checked, though it may be too early. Also, sugar intake and exercise will affect how a person sleeps. If they are not sleeping fully, this may cause headaches. Keep up the the good work!!! -S.

Hi A.,

Does your son eat anything with artificial sweeteners? Diet soda, candy, sugarless gum, light- or calorie-free juices? I have a horrible sensitivity to aspartame (aka Nutrasweet, Equal, little blue packets) and will get a horrible migraine within 30 minutes of eating anything spiked with aspartame. It's listed on product ingredients with a warning: Phenylketonurics: Contains Phenylalanine and is in just about every type of chewing gum.

I just thought I'd throw this out there since no one else mentioned it. Good luck!

I started getting mygrains at the age of four and I would ask your dr. what to do. My dad is in his eighties and was told he would some day grow out of them! He is still waiting. I have tried everything. Take him to the chiropractor. That seems to help the most. But when a good one comes there is no stopping it.
C. B

Have his eyes checked. He might need glasses. My daughter did the same. She is near sighted. But the headaches went away.

Definitely go see a Chiropractor. They even help ear aches and constipation. Also, check out Melaleuca products for your home.

Hi A.!

I would recommend seeing a naturopath so that they can halp find the cause of the headaches- otherwise, you will just be masking the symptoms.

Homeopathy is based off knowing the reason for problem- and then treating the cause.

I am in Colorado, so I don't know any naturopaths where you are, but that is the route that I would take.
I hope you find the solution and that your son finds relief!

H.
www.naturalchoicesforliving.com

I'd recommend taking things out of his diet. You might start with dairy for a week, and see if the headaches go away. If that doesn't help, take wheat out for a week. I'd also try taking nitrates out for a week - a common cause of migraines. I hope this works for him. If not, I'd recommend a few visits with an acupuncturist.

I didn't read all the responses, but I second anyone/everyone who said to have him checked out by a doctor. Headaches in young children are somewhat rare, and they may indicate another problem. The sensitivity to lights could be an indicator too. Call your pediatrician first thing in the morning and tell her everything about your son's headaches. She can determine whether he needs to be seen right away or if it can wait a few days. She can also recommend various options based on what they find out (and most doctors will try to find ways to fix what is causing the pain rather than just blanketing it with pain meds).

Hi,
I would, just to be safe, have his eyes checked. I get horrible migraines and what I do is take ibuprofen, but also I lay in a dark room and put ice packs on my head. That helps out a lot and makes the migraine go away quicker. It's best if he can sleep it off with the ice packs. Once the headache is gone he needs to slowly introduce himself to light again because if he goes directly into the light it will trigger another headache. Hopefully this helps a little.

WATER!!!!!!!

First, make sure he's getting enought WATER ( not "fluids" but water ). You'd be suprised how that often THAT is the answer. In the military, that's the answer for almost everything. lol...with good reason though (it works most of the time and it's FREE). If you'll have him drink a lorge class of water when he starts to feel a headache he'll feel an improvement within an half hour.

FOOD. If he's dealing with low blood sugar, he may be experiencing head aches because of that, too. Increase the fiber and frequency of food for him, adjusting the size.

Another thing: EYES. Have his eyes checked out. Too much strain on the eyes will cause terrible headaches. He may need a pair of glasses.

Go to the Chiropractor.

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Here's a link to what I use. I can't be around "regular" cleaners becuase I get headaches, itchy skin, and it's hard to breathe. I avoid the "cleaning" aisle at all costs when at the grocery store!!! Besides, these cleaners are LESS expensive than regular. Get this or make your own with vinegar, citrus,salts, and baking soda.

Hope that helps.

It's normal for some children to get migraines, unfortunately. Typically, they disappear again during childhood and reemerge later in adulthood.

I'm skeptical that my remedies (which work for me) would work on a child, but here goes. I'd start by googling childhood migraines, which would probably be very helpful. My doctors never offered any advice other than pain meds. I have pain meds as a last resort. I figured out all these remedies without their help, unfortunately.

1. I take non-stop birth control pills to regulate the estrogen, and I take a magnesium supplement every day. Those were my most helpful courses of action.

2. For me, alcohol is a trigger.

3. Stress: when I'm planning to attend a big event, I'll get a migraine either that day or the day after.

4. Chiropractic and physical therapy helps lots of sufferers.

5. Surprisingly, drinking hot beverages helps when the migraine is in progress.

6. If nothing else helps, I sleep it off.

A.,

I used to suffer from migranes and my 5 year old daughter would complain about her head hurting too sometimes. I did A LOT of research and one of the biggest triggers is toxins/chemicals in the house, chlorine, amonia, aerosal propellants, formaldyhide (sp?) are some of the bigger ones and there are countless others. I made a switch to cleaner, safer, natural products and I noticed results immediately (bonus...my daughters doesn't have to use her nebulizer anymore either!) I found the grocery store brands too expensive and some of them didn't work very well...then i came across this wellness company that has over 300 products that are less expensive than grocery store brand! I don't sell them...but I can show you how to get them direct from the manufacture and save 30-40% off retail!

Good Luck!
J.
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I am surprised that not more people have mentioned the possibility of something serious. Hopefully is it only light sensitivity or something of that nature, but you need to get him to a dr asap in case it is not. I suppose after knowing young children who have dealt with serious medical causes for frequent headaches (brain tumors), I may be a little touchy on it, but I wouldn't take the chance. Hopefully it will turn out to be nothing serious and maybe a chiropractic adjustment will take care of it or you can find a good naturopath who has some suggestions for headaches in children (there is a great Naturo in Lehi-though for the life of me I can't remember his name right now-I will see if I can find his info for you), but please take him to a specialist first (like a neurologist) to rule out anything serious.

Please,Please see a doctor and at least rule out tumors, aneurisms, the "bad stuff". These things when caught early have amazingly successful treatment. If those are ruled out, then you can explore the "altenative" route. I don't like giving my kids medication either, and sometimes it is only dehydration or stress or sensitivity to something, but I have lost - and watched die- family and friends to illnesses that could have been treated if they were caught
early enough. It won't hurt just to make sure.

I use mangosteen juice. One ounce when it first starts coming on. An ounce if I need it later. I haven't taken anything for migraines in about 5 years since starting this. It's juice from a fruit in China. I can recommend two reputable, effective brands. I know people in China and this fruit is offered at almost every meal in some parts. It really is safe. And effective! Yay! GL!

Sorry its long...I just had lots of thoughts when I got to thinking of the past 20 years!

I was officially diagnosed with chronic migraines at 6, but had been experiencing them since I was around 3 I believe. Something that has really worked for me as an adult is magnesium. Magnesium is a natural migraine inhibitor, which my dr (naturopathic) told me after she put me on it because its a natural bronchiodialoator for my asthma. I don't know how a lot of those work in kids, so definitely check with a naturopathic or homeopathic doctor. Maybe a pharmacist? I'm not sure who else would know, maybe even his pediatrician. I don't know if it frequently interacts with things, or if it depletes other viatamins so you have to take more, or anything like that, but it might be worth looking into.

Also, try taking him to an allergist. While it certainly didn't get rid of my migraines, good treatment of my allergies really helped to lessen the occurences. I was so stuffy, and sneezy, etc. that it would just exacerabate any headaches into migraines...and by decreasing my regular headaches caused by allergies, my migraines went down too. It didn't cure them by any means, but it certainly helped. Migraines can also be some people's way of reacting to an environmental or food allergy.

Otherwise, its pretty much just pain and symptom management. Start a diary tracking his food every day, his activity, his sleep, and note when the migraines begin. You will probably start to see a slight pattern emerge in that it they happen when he changes temperatures, increased activity, or foods. Lots of people with migraines have 'trigger foods' that doesn't mean an allergy. Oddly, my trigger foods are not related to the ones i'm allergic too. These trigger foods are common amongst sufferers from what the drs have told me and what reading i have done on my own: hot dogs/sausages, tomato products (sauce, ketchup), cheese, red wine, chocolate. If I have a small headache, eating this can put it from a mild headache I wouldn't even take OTC pain reliever for, into a full blown dibilitating migraine. Caffeine can help the symptoms to decrease a little, as it dialates the vessels in the brain and gets blood flowing, but I'm not sure how you feel about giving caffeine to a 4 y/o. I probably wouldn't be too comfortable with it. The best thing you can do is to lessen and treat the symptoms: get him in a SUPER dark, COMPLETELY quiet room. Wet a washcloth with COLD water and press it to his forehead. Make sure his neck isn't elevated on the pillow to restrict any blood movement. Rubbing his head and/or neck may help to distract him from the pain, though I'm not sure if it really helps. The best thing is for him to sleep. Sleep takes it away.

A couple other thoughts I had while I was typing. The other thing that has almost eliminated my migraines is physical therapy. I do some strengthening exercises in my neck, shoulders, and torso and that helps a ton. They also put me in a cervical traction unit, which is amazing. It sounds weird, but what it does it stretches your neck out while you lie down. If I keep up on that once a week, my migraines are almost non-existent. I can also lie in it (I bought one with insurance for home) when I feel one coming and it will lessen my symptoms or the duration. Again, I'm not sure how any of that relates to a 4 y/o, but it is worth exploring. Its non-invasive...and if it doesn't work you just stop. Also look at his ergonomics while he is watchign TV and/or playing computer or video games. Be sure he isn't hyperextending his neck or holding it at weird angles or shurgging his shoulder. This causes tension which is a big cause of migraines. Try a memory foam pillow. One Step Ahead (I think, maybe Sensational Beginnings?) has a kid-sized one that looks like it would be great. Me and my 2 y/o each have just a normal pillow that is memory foam and it helps keep my neck in line and supported a LOT. Oddly, she sleeps better on it than a regular pillow too. O also find I get WAY more migraines when I am warm. So I hardly ever wear sweaters in the house or at work, I never wear a coat inside a store, because sometimes the migraine is delayed in coming. But if I make sure that I stay cool they are much fewer. You may start to notice this too when you log his activities and such....so by making sure he's not overheating and staying hydrated you might solve a lot of it.

Good luck! Its a really big pain...but they are finding out more and more all the time. But don't be afraid of pain killers...unless you have ever suffered a migraine, you have no idea the level and intesnity of pain. during one 4-day migraine, I swear that I would rather recover my csection than have that migraine. It was that awful...and some of my 'normal' migraines that only last a day or so rival the pain of recovering from birth or my kidney infection (as painful as birth). Luckily with kids they do'nt have any intolerances built up, so normal or small doses of ibuprofen can work wonders. Tylenol too, I just don't like tylenol, I think its worthless :)

I would get his eyes checked 1st and also take him to the dr. to make sure that its nothing too serious. You can try lavender oil. Its totally safe. Either put some on his temples or neck (or both) or just let him inhale some for a couple of mins. Make sure you get therapeutic grade oils which can be found at whole foods and other stores like it. Seeing a chiropractor may be another good alternitive. Best wishes!

I would love to tell you that I have a magic wand to wave in front of your child. However, I suggest you take him to a doctor. (I took my son to the eye doctor to see if he needed glasses,) needless to say he had another problem, but the eye doctor is the one that found it. good luck to you and your son.

The first thing that you should do is call your child's doctor and have him carefully evaluated to see what may be causing the headaches. It is important to find out if it is something more serious than just tension headaches. If it is tension headaches or migraines, chiropractic care combined with massage therapy can be a very effective treatment. Find a chiropractor who is experienced in treating children, one who also employs a massage therapist would be ideal. Medical insurance will sometimes cover both therapies. Good luck, I hope that your little guy feels better soon!

Hi there...just a suggestion...when my son was 4 (he is now 6) he too complained of headaches quite frequently. I thought it was a possible vision problem or sensitivity to a particular allergen. I took him to the optometrist and everything checked out A-OK. So, we got through the next few months dealing with the headaches. Then in October we had our furnaced routinely checked, and to our astonishment, there was a large crack in the element which was omitting carbon monoxide! Our house at the time was only 7 years old. We were both shocked and horrified. We stopped running the furnace until the new one arrived, and wouldn't you know it...my son has never once complained of another headache. Scary! My doctor said with situation like these, kids are way more likely to show signs of mild poisoning than adults, so just a thought, if you don't have a carbon monoxide detector...invest in one...well worth the few dollars!

Hello A.,
I see that you have received SO many responses, but my husband starting getting migraines at about age 5. Since we have been married for the past 16 years, I started researching about ADHD and migraines-he was diagnosed w/both. The foods that trigger the hyperactivity also can trigger migraines. My best advice to you is go as natural as you can and look into chiropractic and natural healers. My husbands triggers are this, peanuts (peanut butter), tomatoes, onions, bacon, sausage and lunch meat (nitrites) chocolate, anything with tons of sugar-pop, sweet juice drinks and anything w/red dye 40. Also, have your son drink lots of water-not tap, get a good water filter-like a reverse osmosis-it gets rid of the chlorine. Finally, banana popsicle help w/his migraines, because of the cold and the potassium in them. Hope this helps.

T.

Hi A.,
We had a similar situation with our daughter when she was about 8. She would spend 3-4 days/week on the couch with headaches/dizziness. After a fruitless trip to the doctor, we took her to a chiropractor. After her second adjustment, the headaches, etc. were gone. She's now almost 16 and has never had any more trouble with those symptoms. Our chiropractor practices a very gentle (but amazingly effective) form of chiropractric called Network Spinal Analysis (NSA). If you can find a chiro in your area who does Network chiropractic, I highly recommend it.
Good luck,
B. in CO

Hi A.,

I would keep a diary of the migraines, his food and liquid in take, and congestions levels, and bring it into the dr. Also try a humidifier in his room meanwhile.

I wouldn't hesitate bringing him to the dr ASAP. But that is just my instinct.
R.

I agree that getting his eyes checked is a good idea, but I really do not think the type of headaches you describe sound as if they are caused by eyestrain. Not if they are waking him up during the night. The interaction of bright light is sometimes a symptom of migrain headaches. That should not be happening to a little one of 4.

I do think it's time to have him seen by a doctor and wish I knew a good pediatrician to recommend - but my own children are grown, so I'm in the dark on pediatricians right now.

definitely talk to you pediatrician... but I agree, try some natural rememdies before you turn to pain meds. also, I have been treated for recurring headaches myself with chiropractic care... seek one out that specializes in children. mine went away within a 2-3 treatments.

While first I would recommend taking your child to the doctor, I have heard that you can rub Eucalyptus oil on your temples and it is said to help in releaving headaches. I have never tried it myself (and I just heard it a few days ago) so I would do some reserach before you do it. Hope this helps!

Hi A.,

I have had migraines since I was 2 (I'm 42 now). You should try and get a diagnosis. If he does have migraines I have found nothing natural that works (chiropractic helps me). My neurologist is great but we are in Colorado. Ask your pediatrician if there is one they would refer you to. I think the diagnosis is important before you try natural or anything like that. Try and keep a journal of his headaches, day,time, length, severity, location and things like that before you go to the doctor (they'll ask for that anyway).

Good luck!
C.

Hi A. - My mom says that I started having migraines at about age 2. She would have me lay down with a cool washrag across my forehead and the lights dimmed. Several years later, she took me to an osteopathic dr who used a combination of pressure points and heat. That helped, as did chiropractic and massage. You definitely want someone you trust, someone who comes with good references. If you were in Boise, I'd definitely have someone for you, but I'm not sure about anyone in Draper.