Hi everyone,
I'm a bit concerned about my toddler who seems to be getting ear infections quite frequently. He's had three in the past six months and I want to do everything I can to prevent them from happening again. He's generally a healthy kid, but he does go to daycare where he's exposed to a lot of germs.
I'm looking for any advice or tips on what I can do to prevent these ear infections in the future. Are there any particular foods I should be giving him or avoiding? Should I be cleaning his ears more often? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance!

Hello!
I'm sorry to hear about your toddler's ear infections. We had the same issue with my youngest daughter, and it was a challenging time for us as well. One thing that worked for us was avoiding the use of pacifiers as much as possible. We noticed that the constant sucking motion created a vacuum effect that can lead to fluid buildup behind the eardrum, which can increase the risk of ear infections.
Another thing that helped was practicing good hygiene, such as washing our hands frequently, especially before and after changing diapers, preparing food, or handling your child's toys.
Lastly, we eliminated cow's milk from our daughter's diet as she had a subtle allergy to lactose. Cow's milk contains a protein that can also cause an inflammatory response in some children, leading to increased chances for ear infections.
I hope this helps, but I do advise seeking medical consultation from your child's pediatrician as well. They may recommend additional measures that can be effective in preventing ear infections. Best wishes!