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3 All natural supplements and vitamins that keep your kids healthy

Last year was brutal. Our youngest had a sinus infection, colds a few times and even got Type A flu with 2 other classmates who also tested positive and they were vaccinated! This year is good so far except I already have co-workers with head colds so it is starting.

When Anthony came home last week to say many kids were not in his classes because they called in sick I broke out the supplements and there are 3 I keep close by – Elderberry Gummies, Nature Nose Beast and Immune Boost.

It is important that our supplements do not contain synthetic ingredients. Anthony’s natural supplements come from JoySpring. I have been pitched and researched on my own many supplement and vitamin brands and I narrowed it down to JoySpring. I just love the natural, organic and allergen free formulas. While typical immune boosters for kids contain synthetic ingredients or chemicals, their immune support liquid is 3^rd party tested and safe for infants, toddlers & growing kids.

You may wonder why I have Elderberry and Immune Boost. The difference in these two are that the Elderberry Blend+ drops contain Organic Elderberry, Mullein Leaf, Marshmallow Root, Angelica Root, Orange Peel, Calendula Flower. Immune Boost drops contain Organic Echinacea Purpurea Root, Oregon Grape Root, Lemon Peel, Thyme Leaf, Black Walnut Hull.

The way I use these 3 supplements is that everyday Anthony gets the Elderberry Gummies or drops as maintenance germ fighting. Then when allergy season hits he gets the Nasal Nose Beast drops as well. I use the Immune Boost in place of our Elderberry when I know he is exposed to germs, kids in class sick or we are sick, for a powerful germ-fighter against live viruses.

I would also use the Immune Boost and Elderberry together near the Holidays or finals at school because JoySpring supplements and vitamins are ok to mix and he is 11 so his older age means we can up dosage a bit. With Elderberry power and the Immune Boost (Echinacea) power he is really covered. I do space each out am and pm so he is not taking too much at a time for his stomach’s sake.

While my son has sinus issues I love that they have Nature Nose Beast drops that are a blend of Elderberry, Elecampane Root, Lungwort Leaf & Astragalus Root to fight allergies, congestion and inflammation. JoySpring says that the ingredients are widely considered the safest homeopathic remedy, these respiratory herbs can also be used to loosen congestion caused by seasonal colds, the flu & other illnesses that affect breathing. Just 2-3 drops per day by mouth or mixed into food/drink.

The end of this season will tell for sure if we can stay healthier this year. For now, he is going strong in his first year at Middle School. You can find even more than the 3 supplements options I recommended by visiting JoySpring and stocking up for the upcoming seasons.

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Comment: I was sent samples and have decided to become an affiliate. All opinions are my own

Healthy Living, Parenting

Postpartum Periods Can Be Abnormal and Midol Can Help

September 11, 2019September 12, 2019 Erin Sluka

Many women experience changes in their postpartum periods that differ from their normal menstrual cycles. Whether it’s more bloating or increased pain, your monthly cycle is likely to return acting a bit different than you remembered it.

Midol® can help keep a postpartum period from interrupting your new Mom routine.

Midol’s job is to solely relieve menstrual symptoms including cramps, fatigue, headache, bloating and other aches and pains that are caused by menstruation.

3 main ingredients get to work as soon as you take your Midol – acetaminophen to relieve pain, caffeine to help reduce bloating and fatigue, and antihistamine to help alleviate water retention.

Your body has been through a lot and emotionally you are tired – a good tired! Let Midol help you out so you can focus on all the new good in your home. Available at most retailers nationwide.

Comment: Samples were sent for feature. Opinions are my own

College Bound, Healthy Living, Parenting

Finally, The College Student First Aid Kit with Mom-Approved Items

August 12, 2019August 9, 2019 Erin Sluka

With one son back home after 4 years at College and continuing online, we have an 11 year old on his heels. I learned a lot as a College parent. I bought many things that turned out unnecessary and then there were the things I never thought of that became an instant need.

We spend about 18 years cooking for them, caring for them, cleaning scrapes, spooning medicine and now who will have eyes on them? Who will make sure they can take care of themselves? No one will! This is it and all you can do is send them off with the right tools and let them be little adults now. I bought a shallow tote on our son’s first year. It was low enough to slip under his dorm bed. In it were band-aids, medicine, Kleenex and all he’d need with a label that read -‘when you get sick’. It was the best I could leave him with.

Had I known about The College Student First Aid Kit that would have been so much better! Even a shallow tote took up too much room in that small space. The College Student First Aid Kit has everything but the kitchen sink (and the good brands too) in a small box. It was created by Beth Palmer Stewart, a Nurse practitioner with over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents and young adults.

She also became a college Mom who quickly realized the struggle of finding first aid kits to leave with her student that wasn’t full of generic brands and wasn’t missing crucial items. She went to great lengths to research the best possible kits bundled into convenient sizes for dorm spaces and every student needs one as they head off to their new life.

I remember our son saying things like “..there is a student store if I need anything” or “…a Walmart is right down the street”. What they don’t realize is that when sickness hits you, that is one long drive to the store when you don’t feel like leaving your bed. Also, the student store was so far across campus and they lived at the bottom of campus hill and in the snow that town got, winter ailments were horrible if you needed to walk or find a parking space near that store. They need to have these essentials in the room and ready to go.

There are 3 sizes of kits to choose from. The most thorough is the Premium Plus Kit. With over 50 different medications, ointments, creams, drops, tools, and wound care items they will be taken care of just fine, Mom and Dad! Don’t worry. Before you know it 4 years have passed and you’ll be a pro at this. Visit College First Aid Kit to keep them prepared.

Healthy Living, Home, Reviews

Headleveler’s Custom Travel Cervical Pillow

August 5, 2019July 31, 2019 Erin Sluka

I gave my gender, desired size (I chose travel), height, weight, shoulder shape, preferred sleep position, preferred firmness, mattress type and turns out I am a Medium Model #21 cervical pillow! What model are you?

Taking the quiz is quick and you will get the exact pillow that is right for you. I love the travel size, the pillow case designs (extra) and carry bag so it can stay formed and clean as I travel. You can get all you need to take this custom pillow on the road (or air) with you. Or, get a larger size to keep at home.

I have a slipped disc in my neck and when it flares up I get severe pain in my neck and shoulder and even have my neck seize at times. It is so painful and I feel that pain the most if I use the wrong pillow.

Also, look how well this pillow can blend into your bedding with the fun cases available! Cervical pillows don’t always have to be ugly monsters on your bed. The Headleveler pillowcases are so pretty and come in dark and light shades.

My sleep? Amazing! You can spend a fortune on several pillows until you find the right one so I had to give this one a few nights to judge. The quiz I took really has me confident this is the right pillow for me. The firmness is spot on for my liking and the support is exactly what my neck requires.

Take the quiz and shop your favorite pillow at Headleveler now!