Dealing with the Cold and Flu season!

So at this wonderful time of year I find myself asking is the Flu shot worth it? Hubby and I got our flu shots in the spring when the H1N1 vaccine first came out because monkey was much too young to get it, but now he is old enough but I'm wondering if I should get his shot and if I need to get it again even though it hasn't been a full year. Monkey has his second horrible cold, I find myself using an endless supply of tissues and wipes to clean up the little booger face. Thankfully the Hyland's C-plus cold tablets are helping. Its nice to be able to find a homeopathic remedy for kids due to not only the fact that you can't find any cold medicine for kids under two, but also the fact that you shouldn't let your children become over dependent on using medicine for every tiny little thing. I know a few people who are quick to run to the medicine cabinet at the slightest sign of the sniffles, or ache and pain. I really do not want my son to be like that because then, like me he will end up being pretty much immune to their beneficial effects. I also plan on picking up some more oil of oregano for myself as a way to fight of cold and flu season. It has so many other uses too. You can kill infections in you teeth/ gums,and it works for infected cuts (even ingrown toenails). The one thing I wish I could have but know its not good for pregnant is chamomile tea. It would be nice to have some sleepy tea, but til then I will have to settle for a nice lavender milk bath.