3 Things Every Parent Should Do for a Healthy School Year
Back-to-school season means new schedules, classrooms and less control over what your kids are exposed to each day. While we can't prevent every cold or rough week, we can set them up with habits that make day-to-day easier!
Here are three holistic and integrative ways you can get your family ready to go for this coming school year:
1. Build a Wellness Kit
Having a wellness kit before the first sniffle or sneeze shows up is crucial. You don't want to be caught unprepared, as that’ll only set you and your child’s journey back to full strength behind. Here’s a few things to be sure to stock up on:
Electrolyte packets for hydration
Soft tissues for runny noses
Oscillococcinum for flu-like symptoms
Lypo-spehric vitamin C for immune system boosting
On Guard protecting throat drops for scratch or sore throats
Plus, if respiratory issues are an issue, having a nebulizer can do wonders
Bonus points for Mom and Dad – add a comfort item or two like a favorite tea or yummy soup as that makes being sick a little easier for everyone.
2. Get Them on a Simple Routine
Mornings and evenings are the easiest places to build good habits for your kids. An easy way to do that can be taking methyeated vitamin B and D3 around 2000 IU’s in the morning with food and a probiotic before bed.
Remember, the keyword here is simple! The goal isn't a routine you have to supervise every day, but rather one your kids will eventually take over. Set out their vitamins for the week and let them build the habit!
3. Tune Into the Early Signals
Whether it's a scratchy throat, low energy or stress creeping in, if you recognize them early, a quicker road to recovery will happen. Even small things like a rough night of sleep can affect gut health, and gut health affects mood and immunity. Combine that with stress and everything is affected.
Catching them early and looking at the whole picture, not just the symptoms, is the heart of an integrative approach and makes getting back on track a lot easier!
Bonus Tip: Let Us Help
At Brookfield Health & Wellness, our integrative treatments support your whole family's health, from inflammation support to stress relief to everything in between! Come see how we can be part of your family's routine this school year.
