Drink warm fluids: Encourage your child to drink plenty of fluids. Warm liquids such as caffeine-free tea, broth or hot water with lemon can help loosen up mucus and soothe a sore throat.
Consider using a humidifier: Dry air can make a child's cough worse. Consider placing a cool-mist humidifier in your child's room, near where they sleep, to help ease their breathing.
Breathe in warm water vapours: Let your child breathe in water vapours from a warm bath or shower. This can help loosen mucus and, as a bonus, calm your child before bed.
Try icy treats: Give your child cold items like popsicles or ice cream to make a hurting throat feel better.
Saline and suction: A saline solution, such as a nose spray or mist, can help loosen mucus in the nose. Have your child blow their nose frequently, or if they are young, use a suction bulb to prevent drainage.
Give a spoonful of honey (over age 1): A teaspoon of honey can help combat coughing but should only be given to children over age 1.

Get some rest: Encourage your child to get plenty of rest and sleep to promote healing. While coughing may seem aggravated at night, the above tips may help your child find relief.
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