Difflam have released a sore throat product for kids that’s effective AND they’re going to love (yes, really).
When little ones are under the weather, having go-to products you can trust makes things much smoother for everyone. The new Difflam Kids Soothing Throat Pops are the genius solution for kids aged 3+ who have dry, tickly throats (and could do with an extra immune boost).
These Throat Pops provide immune health support, with a blend of Acerola (a source of Vitamin C) and Wellmune® – a science based super nutrient.
There’s two delicious, natural flavours that your kids will love: Manuka Honey (made with real NZ Manuka Honey) and Strawberry. And did we mention they’re 99% sugar free?!
Plus, the pouches and paper sticks are 100% recyclable.
Where can I buy Difflam Kids Soothing Throat Pops?
Available in packs of 10, these brand new Throat Pops can be found at Chemist Warehouse.
Unfortunately I wasn’t on the review team but I really wanted to try them. I went to the shop and bought some. What a great idea to put a Difflam on a stick for kids. My twins had covid last week and I gave them a strawberry throat pop. They thought they are getting a treat and loved it. Can definitely recommend and will buy again.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
I love this product. The kids love the taste and I feel it is safer than giving them a lozenge. It helped soothe their sore little throats and they thought they were getting a little treat. These will be a staple in our medicine cabinet now.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
Will be buying again, so impressed with this product and it really helped soothe my little ones sore tickly throat. He loved the fact he was having a lollipop too, so willing for all of us
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
Our whole family love the Soothing Kids Throat Pops! I had a sore throat this week, so I popped one in… it soothed and the flavour is so fun! The easiest way I found to soothe the kids and even better knowing they are sugar free!!!
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
Difflam soothing throat pops for kids came at the perfect time for us, as winter is approaching so is the nasty cold and flu season. We received these just as we were starting to get sick and they were and absolute godsend. They helped sooth her throat and reduced her cough. The bonus is she loved the taste and they were a lot easier than cough medicine! We will definitely be getting these again when another cold or flu strikes! I wish these were around a lot sooner.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
I've always been a big fan of Difflam products, so of course I knew my children would love these. The flavour is great, I love that they're in a lollypop form, so much easier for the kids! So great for these colder days, when the kids start getting tickles in their throats!
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
Timely for the start of cold and flu season! My daughter started getting a tickly throat so I have her these lollipops and it helped soothe her throat. Love that its flat so there's no choking hazard and that its natural. Win win.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
My kids loved the difflam kids soothing throat pops in Manuka honey. These were so good for when my kids came home from school the other week with a dry cough and tickly throat. I loved the convenience of them being a throat pop over medicine and the flavour was so nice that wanted them all the time without hesitation. Highly recommend them and I will always have these ones on hand in the future.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
Unfortunately I wasn’t on the review team but I really wanted to try them. I went to the shop and bought some. What a great idea to put a Difflam on a stick for kids. My twins had covid last week and I gave them a strawberry throat pop. They thought they are getting a treat and loved it. Can definitely recommend and will buy again.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
These lollipops are such a good idea the inventors are pure genius! Majority of kids Love Lollipops and my kids have tried the strawberry flavour. Likes the taste but said the pain relief did not last very long after finishing lollipop. I also thought the pricing was a bit too much for only 10 lollipops in pack.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
With no added sugar, I do not feel guilty giving these throat pops to my children. We tried the strawberry flavour and can confirm it was a hit with 2 of my children (my sons) but unfortunately 1 (my daughter) didn’t like it. My daughter had a sore throat and was coughing a lot, but after giving her one of these throat pops she said her throat didn’t hurt so much anymore and we noticed a huge difference with her coughing easing. I am so glad to finally have something to offer my children when they have a sore or irritated throat that they will actually enjoy. They see it as a little treat and it helps cheer them up a little when they are feeling down. I tried one myself and found it quite tasty, I wouldn’t mind one when I’m feeling unwell also. Highly recommend giving these a go.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
As a mom of four, I'm always on the lookout for products that actually work and that my kids will enjoy. Difflam Kids Soothing Throat Pops have been a lifesaver for our family! My little ones love the Manuka Honey and Strawberry flavors, and I love that they're 99% sugar-free and support their immune systems with Vitamin C and Wellmune.
These throat pops have become our go-to solution for soothing dry, tickly throats. The convenient packaging makes them perfect for on-the-go relief, and the recyclable pouches and sticks are a bonus for eco-conscious moms like me.
I highly recommend Difflam Kids Soothing Throat Pops to any parent looking for a safe, effective, and delicious way to help their children feel better.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
It was fantastic to give these Difflam throats pops a try. We had the strawberry flavour which ended up being a huge hit with the kids. They started to "cough" just so they could have one! Fantastic to see an alternative option to syrups which can be hard to give the kids. Thanks to Difflam, making an appropriate form of medicine to give when the sore throats come a calling in the house.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
The kids approve of the Difflam Soothing Throat Pops, so it must be good, they taste good and helps the kids sore throats and coughs, great products fit for the coming colder winter days. the are greatly individually packaged, great flavours too, our favourite is the manuka honey
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
So I loved the idea of these lollipops. They are a fantastic idea for a sore throat, especially as you can’t give them throat lozenges and when they have a tickle in their throat these would be amazing. My daughter loved them but my son hated the taste so I guess it’s just preference on the child. I definitely recommend these to any parent and I will be buying both flavours again. The honey didn’t work for my son but hoping the other flavour will.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
My daughter loved the idea of having a lollipop. And I loved that they were low in sugar and had good ingredients that help with sore throats. I think it’s a wonderful idea for children that don’t like taking medicine. My daughter also said the flavour was delicious and loved it as much as a regular lollipop. I would buy again
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
When these arrived to trial I thought “I really could have used these 2 weeks ago when we were in the depths of sickness” haha well silly me because only 2 days later my son developed a cough and it was the perfect time to bring them out. At first he loved them and if nothing else at least they minimised his coughing by distraction. But then a few days later he would start one and not finish it and told me he didn’t like them anymore. I tried them myself and I’m not sure I was getting much honey flavour from it, it’s difficult to describe the flavour but there is a certain floral taste to it. I will grab the strawberry flavour next time they are needed to compare. I love the overall concept of the lollipop and that fact that it’s so easy for your child to accept and not forcing medicine down their throat, and trying to bribe them with everything under the sun. The immunity aspect is a great bonus too.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
My kids loved these throat drops. They are just like a lollipop so of course they are going to want it, I am not sure if it helped soothed their throats but they loved it and they loved the flavour.
It was delicious to them.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
I love this product. The kids love the taste and I feel it is safer than giving them a lozenge. It helped soothe their sore little throats and they thought they were getting a little treat. These will be a staple in our medicine cabinet now.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
It’s hard for me to give my toddler any type of product that will I’ll help them with their health if they are unwell but these throat pops are very convenient and a fun way to do so.
My toddler enjoyed the novelty of trying these and was curious, and because it’s a trick form it means less risk of choking from my point of view.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
Will be buying again, so impressed with this product and it really helped soothe my little ones sore tickly throat. He loved the fact he was having a lollipop too, so willing for all of us
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
Our whole family love the Soothing Kids Throat Pops! I had a sore throat this week, so I popped one in… it soothed and the flavour is so fun! The easiest way I found to soothe the kids and even better knowing they are sugar free!!!
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
This couldn’t have come at a better time with one of my children being unwell. We had the strawberry flavour and I tried it with both my son aged 7 and daughter aged 6 (my daughter being the one sick). My son enjoyed the soothing throat pop he said it tasted yummy and likes the strawberry flavour. My daughter on the other hand isn’t a fan and dislikes the taste. It did however somewhat soothe her throat after eating it. She said that her throat didn’t feel as itchy and she wasn’t coughing as often after having it. I’m so glad there is finally a child friendly option out there to help soothe our little ones throats when they are unwell, added bonus that it supports their immune health. These have no added sugar which is fantastic and makes me more than happy to give one to my child. I will most definitely be purchasing more of these for when my kiddies are unwell.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
Difflam soothing throat pops for kids came at the perfect time for us, as winter is approaching so is the nasty cold and flu season. We received these just as we were starting to get sick and they were and absolute godsend. They helped sooth her throat and reduced her cough. The bonus is she loved the taste and they were a lot easier than cough medicine! We will definitely be getting these again when another cold or flu strikes! I wish these were around a lot sooner.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
Delicious, tasty treat that helps with sore throats.
These are brilliant! My children love lollipops, so having one that helps with their dry trickly throats when they're sick is amazing. The strawberry flavour is delicious and I love that it is a source of vitamin C and supports their immune Health. Being 99% sugar free is also great and makes me feel guilt free giving these to my kids. I'll be keeping these stocked up in my cupboard especially during winter.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
Show me a child who doesn't like lollipops ???? mine wanted to eat them instead of candies and dessert. It's very good idea for the kids to have a lollipops instead syrup or drops. Less chocking hazard as well ( but still need to be supervised and reminded not to run with the lollipops). Kids liked the taste and knowing that they are all natural and full of goodness to support their immune system I am more than happy to give them more often rather other sweets. Highly recommend as they are easy to open, carry around and fun to eat.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
First of all thank you for the opportunity to try these as we have now found a winner with our kids. They were the eight flavour for them to enjoy and being a lollypop I found them easier for them to eat rather than the usual lolly form which they usually just bite. I find vitamin c to be very beneficial during the winter months to help void off illness so good to see its an included addition to these. I also like the idea of it being preventative so they can (a did) have them often. I've recommended them to my mums groups
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
Thanks to mouths of mums for giving me the opportunity to trial the Difflam soothing throat pops.
These are a great idea considering most kids love to have lollipops. And it’s tricky for kids to suck on lozenges.
I tried one of these Manuka honey flavoured pops for my own sore throat and it tasted pretty honey like. Slightly plain and no antiseptic or medicinal taste to it.
I can’t say that it did much for my sore throat but the intention is there and sometimes just sucking on a lolly is all you need to soothe a dry itchy throat.
My four year old daughter didn’t want to try these throat pops even when she did have a sore throat. The honey flavour aspect put her off so I can’t say whether she would have liked it or not.
I eventually got her to try them only after I mentioned that I would buy the strawberry flavoured ones next time! She had about half of the throat pop before giving it to me.
A bit expensive at $11 for a pack of 10 throat pops. (Down to $7.60 when on sale). I think you’re better off getting some plain lollies for your child.
My child loved the taste of Difflam Soothing Throat Pops
I like that Difflam Soothing Throat Pops support my child's immunity
Difflam is my go-to brand for any type of sore throat
Difflam Soothing Throat Pops are easy to give to my child
I recommend Difflam Soothing Throat Pops to other parents
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‘Trust Your Intuition’: How To Advocate For Your Child In Hospital
Mother’s instinct is a funny thing. At home, we trust it without question. But put us in a hospital setting with an unwell child, surrounded by doctors, nurses and monitors, and suddenly we start doubting ourselves.
What if I’m overreacting? What if I’ve got it wrong?
So we stay quiet, even when we know something just isn’t right with our child. I’ve been there myself – when my usually ‘tough’ son was doubled over with stomach pain. I was told in the emergency department that it probably wasn’t his appendix. But I knew he wouldn’t have begged me to take him to hospital unless it was serious. Because I know him better than anyone. Turns out, it was appendicitis.
It’s a really common place for parents to land. You’re grateful for the care your child is getting, but at the same time, you feel this huge responsibility to speak up if something doesn’t feel right.
Here’s the thing though: that instinct you’re feeling? It matters more than you might think.
Why your gut feeling matters more than you realise
According to Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, Canterbury Hospital, Leticia Jackson, parents bring something to the hospital that no test or machine ever could.
“Parents often say they ‘just know’ when something isn’t quite right with their child, and in a hospital, that gut feeling is incredibly valuable,” she explains.
Leticia Jackson, Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, Canterbury Hospital
While medical teams rely on observations, tests and equipment, parents know the little details. The way your child usually smiles. How they react when they’re tired. What’s normal for them.
So when something feels “off”, even if everything looks okay on paper, it can actually be an early warning sign.
“When parents trust those instincts and speak up, this creates a powerful partnership that can sometimes catch a problem before it becomes an emergency,” Leticia says.
Worried about speaking up? You’re not alone
A lot of parents hesitate about advocating for their child.
You don’t want to come across as difficult. You don’t want to question the people caring for your child. And sometimes, you just don’t feel confident enough to push the issue.
Leticia gets it.
“It is completely understandable for parents to feel hesitant,” she says. “No one wants to be seen as difficult or to second-guess the hardworking people caring for their child.”
But here’s a helpful way to look at it: you’re not challenging the medical team, you’re helping them.
Parents are the constant. Staff change shifts, care for multiple patients, and rely on snapshots of information. You’re there the whole time, noticing the subtle changes.
“Our medical team doesn’t view a concerned parent as overreactive, but as a partner,” Leticia explains. “Your voice matters.”
Remember, we know our children better than anyone.
What to do if you’re worried: the Raise It process
If you’re in a NSW public hospital or health service and you’re worried about you or your child’s condition getting worse, there is a clear process you can follow called Raise It.
Raise It is designed to help patients, carers and family members get help fast if they’re worried about a change in their loved one’s condition.
Here’s how it works:
Talk: Start by speaking to a nurse, midwife, doctor or health worker about your concerns.
Ask: Still worried? Ask to speak to the nurse or midwife in charge and request a Clinical Review.
Call: If you’re still concerned, you can escalate further using the Raise It process to get urgent attention from a senior health worker.
You don’t need medical knowledge. You don’t need to be certain. If you feel something isn’t right, or your child is getting worse, Raise It. You just need to speak up.
What should you actually look out for?
Sometimes it’s not one big, obvious sign. It can be small, subtle changes that just don’t sit right.
Things like:
Changes in breathing (fast, laboured or noisy)
Skin looking pale, mottled, or developing unusual rashes
Your child being unusually drowsy, floppy, or hard to wake
Confusion or behaviour that’s out of character
Pain that isn’t improving with treatment
Or simply that feeling that your child is getting worse
And sometimes, it’s just that gut feeling you can’t explain.
That’s enough.
“You are helping us, not bothering us”
If there’s one message Leticia wants parents to take away, it’s that you aren’t bothering the medical team, you’re helping them.
“In my years as a Nurse Unit Manager, I can say with absolute certainty that many critical changes in a child’s condition have been identified first by a parent. While our clinical staff are highly skilled at performing regular observations and interpreting data, parents are the only constant presence who truly know their child’s baseline behaviour, personality, and what is normal for them.
“I have seen numerous instances where a parent’s insistence that their child is “just not themselves” – despite vital signs appearing relatively stable – has prompted a deeper clinical review that uncovered everything from early signs of sepsis to a life-threatening respiratory crisis.”
The Raise It process exists because healthcare teams know how important parents are in keeping children safe.
“Speaking up doesn’t mean you don’t trust the team,” she says. “It means you’re partnering with us to make sure nothing gets missed.”
And if you’re still worried about being judged?
“Whether your concern turns out to be something or nothing, your instinct to raise it is always valid.”
As a parent of a child with cystic fibrosis, I’ve learned to trust my gut when something doesn’t feel right. We’ve had a few experiences where we’ve needed to go through different channels to raise concerns or frustrations with the hospital system to make sure our daughter got the care she needed. It’s great to see programs like this encouraging families to speak up, because parents often know when something isn’t quite right.
As a parent of a child with cystic fibrosis, I’ve learned to trust my gut when something doesn’t feel right. We’ve had a few experiences where we’ve needed to go through different channels to raise concerns or frustrations with the hospital system to make sure our daughter got the care she needed. It’s great to see programs like this encouraging families to speak up, because parents often know when something isn’t quite right.
This is so true from my experience over the years.
No matter how wonderful the medical team is, if you have any doubts speak up as a mother knows her child better than anyone.
Yes and amen to this article ! I agree with always follow your gut, you know your child like no one else does. In fact you are your child’s expert and should never stop advocating for them or speaking up. Sometimes professionals are very good in waving concerns away, all it takes is a human who listens
Even as a healthcare professional, when I took my soon to the ED when I was concerned, I felt awkward about speaking up, worried I was making a big deal out of nothing (even though i would never tjink this about a patient’s family if the roles were reversed). The message in this article is so important. Always stick to your guns. Always speak up and advocate for your kids – they can’t do it for themselves.
And honestly, some medical staff are idiots. I vividly remember the night two doctors huddled over my son’s lung x-rays. I hadn’t been allowed to accompany him to have them taken as I was pregnant. They finally told me solemnly that they were preparing to do emergency surgery as there was something in his lungs – “we don’t know what it is, but it’s definitely man made”. I took one look at the x-rays and asked if they’d taken off the battery packs for his cochlear implants, which were pinned to the back of his shirt, before the x-ray. And of course they hadn’t, and of course that’s what appeared to be in his lungs. Honestly!
I have learned many times to always listen to your gut and speak up when you don’t think something is right. This article was a great read, our kids are our world and if we don’t feel they are getting the right help, and we feel it, we need to speak up.
You should never second guess yourself when it comes to yours or your childs health- or anyones for that matter. Go with your thoughts. It is natural to want to protect a loved one especially when it comes to health situations, and the feeling you get when you think you didnt do enough to advocate or fight for them…it is not a kind or nice way to feel. Many people have ended up being heartbroken and picking up pieces for years because of feeling they didnt do enough.
A very good and informative article. I have read so many stories about mums just knowing when things are not right and demanding second and third opinions until they got the right answer. Sometimes mums just know. It is our job as care takers of our families. Listen to your gut!
Years ago, I spoke up for my 14-year-old daughter, but my concerns weren’t fully listened to. I’ve always wished I had pushed harder. She was sent home without much testing, and two days later, she passed away.
So, if you ever have concerns—no matter how minor—please speak up and keep advocating. Trust your instincts; they are there for a reason.
This is so important for parents to know how to raise it further if they don’t think their child is receiving the medical support they need! I know this article refers to the NSW system but other systems have similar procedures just with different names. I know in QLD it’s called Ryan’s Rule.
It’s so important to follow your gut instincts and express your concerns indeed. I have never hesitated to advocate for my children in various situations and I don’t care what other people think about it. Not all doctors and medical staff appreciate it when you question them, I’ve experienced that it may result in angry indignant responses.
How true this is! While nurses and doctors are the medical professionals doing their job on the daily, we know our children better than anyone and what is ‘normal’ for them. I would always speak up if I had noticed any changes in my child’s health and encourage other parents to do so too. No question is silly!
This really is such an important issue and a good topic to discuss with people, I am often surprised that people are worried about being judged. This is not something I care about; the priority is for the care and health of everyone is my family. Parents know their children and need to work with health professionals for the best outcomes for their children.
This is such an important issue to raise, and no one should ever feel ashamed, nervous or that they are being OTT for advocating for their kids, themselves or loves ones in hospital. In QLD we have Ryan’s Rule. A three step process where your concern will be escalated if they believe the patients condition isn’t improving or is worsening.
I have never been afraid to advocate for my children and partner and extended family and also friends. It is so important to listen and to trust intuition. When people have not listened, I have persevered and kept on with insisting on care and making sure they truly listened and took action.
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1:23 pm
Great idea
9:29 am
Highly recommend
7:29 pm
Will buy again and again
8:32 am
Not just for the kiddos
12:30 pm
Easy to use, mum approved!
5:08 pm
Such a lifesaver
7:55 pm
Absolute lifesaver!
2:24 pm
Highly recommended! It works!
My baby has been sick with itchy throat and this sure comes handy and right on time! And in the form of a lollipop!
Soothes dry, tickly throats
Supports immune health with Wellmune®
With real NZ Manuka Honey
Source of Vitamin C
99% Sugar free
1:09 pm
Worked a treat
1:17 pm
My toddler loves them
My toddler thinks they are the best treat and I noticed his cough had calmed down a bit and he seemed a lot happier.
1:23 pm
Great idea
3:54 am
Difflam lollipops
7:18 pm
Great for kids.
4:49 pm
A mum's lifesaver!
These throat pops have become our go-to solution for soothing dry, tickly throats. The convenient packaging makes them perfect for on-the-go relief, and the recyclable pouches and sticks are a bonus for eco-conscious moms like me.
I highly recommend Difflam Kids Soothing Throat Pops to any parent looking for a safe, effective, and delicious way to help their children feel better.
11:02 pm
Easy to give when sore throats creep up
9:28 pm
Truly recommend
8:27 pm
Good if you can get them to eat them
4:33 pm
Tasty and good for my child
12:01 pm
Love the concept, mixed messages on flavour
9:42 am
Throat drops
It was delicious to them.
9:29 am
Highly recommend
11:05 pm
Convenient throat pops for young kids
My toddler enjoyed the novelty of trying these and was curious, and because it’s a trick form it means less risk of choking from my point of view.
7:29 pm
Will buy again and again
8:32 am
Not just for the kiddos
6:10 pm
Soothes the throat
12:30 pm
Easy to use, mum approved!
4:42 pm
Delicious, tasty treat that helps with sore throats.
9:37 am
Great idea
7:39 am
Good job difflam
6:43 pm
Lollipops for a sore throat.
These are a great idea considering most kids love to have lollipops. And it’s tricky for kids to suck on lozenges.
I tried one of these Manuka honey flavoured pops for my own sore throat and it tasted pretty honey like. Slightly plain and no antiseptic or medicinal taste to it.
I can’t say that it did much for my sore throat but the intention is there and sometimes just sucking on a lolly is all you need to soothe a dry itchy throat.
My four year old daughter didn’t want to try these throat pops even when she did have a sore throat. The honey flavour aspect put her off so I can’t say whether she would have liked it or not.
I eventually got her to try them only after I mentioned that I would buy the strawberry flavoured ones next time! She had about half of the throat pop before giving it to me.
A bit expensive at $11 for a pack of 10 throat pops. (Down to $7.60 when on sale). I think you’re better off getting some plain lollies for your child.
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