Sorry of this has been asked recently but I have been a little off grid. We've been dealing with repeat illnesses in my house - colds, the flu, and ear infections with such frequency and intensity that we were referred to an ENT specialist. But I digress. Let's just say we've had very few weeks of wellness. I feel like we should have a sign in our house celebrating how many days we go between illnesses!

Our most recent bout of illness has been an old fashioned cold plus a left ear infection - and we're all miserable. The kids have had this cough that they seem to keep passing back and forth. It started with P (3), went to O (2) and now both have it. It's all day. All night. To the point where they're making gagging, retching noises and have been sick a few times - mostly mucus from sinus drainage. Not more than a few tablespoons worth.

Nothing seems to be working. I feel like I've tried everything under the sun. More holistic measures seem to make the cough worse while over the counter medicines barely provide any relief. We're running humidifiers, trying essential oils - I'm just exhausted. And I feel like I've exhausted all my options. Any remedies, suggestions? We all need a break from this malady!