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By listing your child’s date of birth, AsthmaKidCare™ is able to provide you and your child with age-specific information, tips, and resources.

Your Asthma Action Plan

Coming up with an asthma action plan with your child’s doctor is a great way to help keep your child's asthma under control.

For your next scheduled appointment, print out the asthma action plan (PDF – 576KB) and take it with you to your child’s doctor visit. After developing the plan with your child’s doctor, you’ll have a better understanding of

When to use a controller medicine, when to add a quick-relief medicine, and when to get immediate help from a doctor
The signs and symptoms during each stage of your child’s action plan
Common triggers to avoid

Sharing your plan with others

Your asthma action plan also helps you and other caregivers understand when and how to use your child's controller and quick-relief asthma medications. A copy of your plan should be given to all close family members, as well as teachers, daycare providers, and babysitters. Review the plan regularly with your child’s doctor, and be sure to get your child involved as well.

Show each caregiver how your child’s asthma action plan works and also how to look for both quiet and loud symptoms. Make sure to also share the plan with your child. Although your child may not understand all the details, he or she should know when and how to use it. Your child's asthma plan is a key factor in helping you, your child, and other caregivers know when to take action.