Cough, cough, cough...that is the sound that wakes me up and keeps me up in the middle of the night...and it is coming from my little guys.  Whether it's their allergies or a cold, it seems those coughs and sniffles are always around.  Last year I used a lot of Vicks, but this year I have discovered something that works better, is all natural, and is less expensive...pure peppermint oil.  A few drops on rubbed into their chests help ease nasal congestions and coughs.   And with both of them having a humidifier in their rooms, I just add several drops to the water tank and I have made an instant vaporizer.  They feel better and I can feel better about how I am caring for them.