Summer always seems to pass by in the blink of an eye, but it’s officially back to school time. In addition to shopping for school supplies, parents should also be thinking about their kids’ health. As soon as kids head back to school, they're exposed to a variety of viruses and germs. It's not unusual for kids to come down with something in the first few weeks of school, so it's important to take some precautionary steps to keep them healthy. Here are some of the best ways to support your kids’ health:
Make sure they’re drinking plenty of water.
Staying hydrated can help boost your immune system, so it’s essential to drink a lot of water each day. Send your kids to school with refillable water bottles so they can stay hydrated (and avoid using germ-filled school water fountains). Write encouraging notes like “you can do it!” and “keep going, you’ve got this!” to remind them to drink more water.
Keep their hands clean.
Remind your kids to wash their hands frequently at school and use hand sanitizer when they can’t use a sink. Make sure your kids wash their hands immediately when they get home from school. To ensure they’re washing their hands thoroughly, teach your kids to sing the alphabet while scrubbing!
Support their immune system.
Keep kids’ immune systems in tip top shape with Immuniteez! Kids love the organic immune support pops, which can be taken daily as a vitamin. The pops are made with vitamins C, D, E, zinc, selenium, and more.
Maintain a balanced diet.
Make sure you’re giving kids a variety of foods that will fuel their bodies. Eating a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, proteins, grains, and snacks is a great way to stay healthy throughout the year. Bring your kids grocery shopping with you to get them more involved in the cooking process.
Calm upset stomachs.
If your kiddo comes down with a stomach bug or has queasiness from back to school nerves, Tumeez organic tummy soothing pops are perfect for soothing an upset stomach. Made with calcium carbonate, these pops ease car sickness, indigestion, anxious tummy aches, and stomach bugs.
Soothe sore throats.
Let’s be honest, kids don’t love cough drops — but they do love Lolleez organic throat soothing pops, which are made with organic honey and pectin.
Stay on top of doctor’s appointments.
When it comes to staying healthy, nobody is more helpful than your kids’ pediatrician. Stick to a schedule with all their doctor’s appointments (pediatrician, dentist, other specialists) to make sure your kids are as healthy as they can be.
*Disclaimer: The advice on CafeMom.com is not a substitute for consultation with a medical professional or treatment for a specific condition. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem without consulting a qualified professional. Please contact your health-care provider with questions and concerns.
