I had a patient recently... that was only 6 months old. She was brought to me because she suffered from repetitive chronic ear infections. Sure, the antibiotics would interrupt the ear infections, but as soon as they were gone, the poor thing would start up a new and painful infection.

This might come as a surprise to some, but middle ear infections in infants is not caused by a low blood level of antibiotics.  The antibiotics might be beneficial for killing bacteria, but the question remains: What is causing the baby to get the bacterial infections int he first place?  Here are some thoughts. If you have a child that suffers from middle ear infections, you should pay special attention.

1) Get the child OFF dairy based foods.  Many children (and adults, for that matter) are allergic or sensitive to dairy.  Formulas do not adequately replace mother's milk.
2) Have the baby consume Pro-Biotics.  These healthy organisms are killed off by antibiotic therapy, but they are essential to a healthy immune system. Without them, how can you expect your poor baby to fight off infections? Pro Biotics can be found in powder and at times liquid forms. They should be refrigerated.
3) Breast feed your baby.  Mother's milk helps the baby to fight off infections, and as discussed above, formulas are a sorry imitation of what nature can provide for your baby.
4) Consider using homeopathics remedies for symptom relief and immune system support. Try to avoid treating flare-ups with additional antibiotics. Try healthy options first.
4) Take your baby to a holistic chiropractor familiar with pharyngeal sweeps and infant adjusting. Chiropractic adjustments help to boost the immune system and pharygeal  sweeps in the back of the throat help to open up the drainage tube from the ear to the throat.
5) Follow through! Remember, your child might require holistic care for several months, and relapses are possible. Don't give up if a new infection appears. Treat the infection as needed, and resume your holistic and healthy practices. Your patience will be rewarded.

If you have any questions regarding this article, I can be reached at my office. (480) 985-3334. Also, here is a link to my website where I discuss healthy eating habits for children. It is a wonderful resource.