As moms, one of our main concerns is to keep the members of our household happy, safe, and healthy, right? For the healthy part, it gets just a little harder in the winter during cold and flu season. Here are some simple, helpful tips from CloroxClassrooms.com that you can pass onto your kids (and use yourself as well). Then, hopefully, when the flu comes knocking at your door, no one will be home to answer it.
- Get vaccinated: Effectiveness varies from 70 to 90 percent. It is recommended for children six months through 18 years of age.
- Wash your hands frequently: Germs are a huge culprit in causing the flu.
- Teach healthy habits: Remind kids to share wisely. It’s great to share items like books, toys and pencils, but not personal items like combs, brushes, hats, toothbrushes, tissues, whistles, cups, and forks.
- Do the elbow cough: Cough (and sneeze) into your elbow, not your hands (where you’re more likely to spread germs through touch).
However, despite our best efforts, sometimes we do get the flu. But you can help prevent its spread. Here are some flu-fighting items that you can stock up on at home. And don’t forget the chicken soup! 
The Crane Adorable Pig Humidifiers ($34.99) is a great way to relieve flu congestion by keeping nasal passages moist throughout the night. And what child would not want this great-looking piggy in his room? To help matters—it’s whisper quiet so it won’t disturb even the lightest of sleepers.
When you need to lower a temperature, Children’s Tylenol Fever Reducer & Pain Reliever, Meltaways in Bubblegum Burst ($3.99) are sure to do the trick. We have them stocked in our medicine cabinet—just in case. And the medicine strips are a less messy alternative, especially in the middle of the night.
Kiss My Face Obsessively Natural Cold & Flu Room Spray ($9.99) provides comfort rather than a cure. But if you or another family member is suffering from the flu, a quick spray of these therapeutic essential oils will provide some much-needed relief.
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