There is nothing worse than when you or someone in the house gets sick with a cold or the flu. Well, actually there is something worse….  not being prepared. If it’s your child or husband the last thing you want to do is run to the store and if it’s you, good luck with hubby getting everything needed. I take one day to go shopping and get everything I need usually when I put up the fall decorations and then again when I take down the Christmas decorations to be sure I’m prepared.

First and Foremost Prevent

If you work outside the home you know that people don’t stay home when they’re sick. Nobody wants to waste a day off or they’re nervous about taking the day due to the boss getting mad. If you have kids that go to school or daycare they’re battling the germs constantly. Parents today send their kids sick, runny noses, sneezing, coughing, and infested with nastiness. Parents can’t take a day off unless they’re kid is really sick, like with a fever. So basically we’re all sitting ducks. This means we need to do everything we can to prevent getting sick!

• Wash your hands constantly– This needs to be taught to the kids at an early age
• Don’t touch your face, especially your mouth and nose – (Did you know that picking your nose can give viruses an express to your system? But that’s another post)
• Plenty of rest – When you’re tired and worn out, your defenses are down
• Eat right – Again keep your body healthy to fight off any invasions
• Drink OJ– My grandmother, my mom, and now I say a glass of OJ helps to keep you healthy. There has been some studies that say it’s not true but I say Bull to these studies. Just drink your juice- it works!!
• Drink Water– Stay hydrated
• Don’t eat finger foods at parties- I don’t think doctors will have this on their list but during cold and flu time I stay clear of finger foods. I know I wash my hands constantly but I have no idea what everyone else is up to

Supplies For Preparation

You’ve followed all the steps above but somehow IT, the dreaded virus made its way into your house. No worries because prepare is your middle name……. or it is now!

• Tissues (6 boxes)- We love Puffs, they are soft and won’t leave your nose red and sore. I have a box in each room so if you feel that sneeze coming on there are tissues in reach and snots aren’t flying.
• Vicks NyQuil Severe Cold & Flu – Trying to sleep at night is horrible. I usually take a shot (use recommended dosage!) and it kicks the butt of my worse symptoms.
• Vicks DayQuil Severe Cold & Flu – During the day you still have tasks and there’s not usually time to lay around. My symptoms are relieved and I get through the day.
• Lysol– I grab spray and wipes. When they leave a room, Sanitize! Don’t forget remotes, phones, doorknobs, and light switches
• Chicken Soup– Buy all the ingredients for chicken soup and make a big pot. Freeze in small containers and it’s ready in just a few minutes.
• Straws– If you ever had the flu you know it’s hard to lift your head. We want to keep the kids hydrated so I bendy straw will make drinking easier
• Throat Lozenges – I try to have some kind of throat lozenges or cough drops on hand
• Vaporizer/Humidifier – It helps to clear you up and is great to have on while sleeping

Tips:

I love my luxury items but when it comes to everyday items I want a great deal! When going shopping for all your cold and flu supplies, go to Walmart. Not only will you save money with their low prices but it’s very convenient to be able to shop for everything in one store.

Sneezing? Don’t grab a napkin or paper towel, your nose will be sorry later. Have boxes of tissues scattered throughout the house

Teach kids at an early age to throw their tissues out. When they’re sick put a bag beside them for used tissues. Mommy doesn’t do boogie rags.

Don’t add the macaroni to the soup before freezing. Make the macaroni fresh and add to the soup once thawed

Why Vicks Nyquil and Dayquil

It could be because my mom had it in her cabinet but most likely it’s because it works. Here’s a breakdown

Vicks NyQuil Severe Cold & Flu

• Maximum symptom-fighting ingredients to relieve your worst cold and flu symptoms
• Available in caplets or liquid.

Temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms including:

• Nasal congestion
• Sinus congestion and pressure
• Cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
• Cough to help you sleep
• Minor aches and pains
• Headache
• Fever
• Sore throat
• Runny nose and sneezing
• Reduces swelling of nasal passages
• Temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
• Promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage

Vicks DayQuil Severe Cold & Flu

• Maximum strength nondrowsy cold and flu relief so you can tackle your to-do list
• Available in caplets or liquid.

Temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:

• Nasal congestion
• Sinus congestion and pressure
• Cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
• Minor aches and pains
• Headache
• Fever
• Sore throat
• Reduces swelling of nasal passages
• Temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
• Promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
• Helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive

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