Parenting Healthy

My husband and I just got back from a few days in our favorite spot. Las Vegas is back and we chose a pretty laid back time to go. There were lots of people, but not too crowded. They still require masks indoors, so we were carrying ours around. We have traveled a bit in this pandemic whether it be in the RV or local getaways and I created a new habit while traveling when it comes to masks. I always buy bulk and take disposable masks. This is because we are going several days of not being home where I can keep masks washed. Taking ourselves and teenager away for a few days in the same mask all day long and unwashed is so unhealthy and gross.

Also, when we travel in spring through fall the weather is still warm so it is important that the disposable masks I choose are both effective and comfortable with room to breathe underneath. I grabbed the box of DemeTECH face masks I was sent for this Vegas run and we loved these masks for comfort and the colors are fun also so I can color coordinate.

The DemeTECH Disposable Face Mask has 3 protectives layers to filter over 95% of particulates. The high-density polypropylene outer layer provides strong resistance against liquids while the inner layer makes it comfortable enough for use all day long. The bands are adjustable and the nose gap seals. I find that after I seal the gap around my nose I have enough space to breath inside the mask which makes wearing it much more bearable.

Because these are considered a surgical mask (rather than cloth or fabric), they provide better protection from the COVID-19 virus. DemeTECH provides some great tips on buying the proper masks for you and your children. See the tips here.

Whether traveling or sending the kids off to school, they need to stay protected as well. Make sure kids are wearing the right mask, one that is made especially for their size, like these kid’s masks from DemeTech. For adults, these level 3 masks come in fun colors and are much more comfortable than cloth masks.

If you need heavier protection in huge crowds or high risk areas, you will want a respirator mask and demeTECH has those available for purchase as well. These masks are tested to meet the highest quality specifications designated by NIOSH for N95 Respirators. Their masks are made in the USA and available at the demeTECH website.

Happy fall, or cold and flu season around here. Are you prepared for the runny nose, high fevers and night coughs? I did my medicine closet clean out. I organized and re-labeled baskets and tossed expired medications. Then I took my restock list and got ourselves prepared.

I have had such problems with our digital thermometer and it was time for a new one. I also restocked on cold medications I needed and I look for the better ingredients. Have you read a label of most cold medicines lately? It isn’t pretty! Dr Talbot’s is a safe brand and I am stocked up on immune support and Mucus + Cold Relief.

Dr. Talbot’s Vital 12 is a homeopathic immunity support quick dissolve tablets for ages 3 months and older (including expectant Mom’s). The ’12’ indicates 12 cell salts – supplement minerals in the body whose deficiency is associated with many common health problems. Non-toxic and non-habit-forming ingredients are what you need over other supplements on store shelves that don’t offer a clean lable.

The Mucus + Cold Relief is also homeopathic and relieves thick mucus, runny nose, cough, nasal & chest congestion and sinus inflammation. Your kids will love the natural grape juice that flavors this cold-relieving syrup. There are no alcohols, dyes or parabens and includes the supportive cell salts and is safe for body weight 6 pounds and higher. Visit Dr Talbot’s for all that they offer to refill your medicine cupboards.

I have replaced my digital thermometer that stopped being consistent. This time I have the Orä: Familly 5-in-1 infrared thermometer. This thermometer does a forehead scan or ear check. You can switch heads according the readings you need from infant to adults. Forehead, ear, axillary, child, adult, ambient air, food, milk, bath water… the Orä measures it all! It holds up to 20 measurements in a reading and it does offer a warning alert that can be silenced with high fevers. I love the silence feature for infants so not to alert them to a beeping. You can see all of its features here!

Now is the time to stock back up if you have not already! Consider these 2 brands for safe and effective additions to your medication cabinets and be as prepared as you can be for common illnesses that may pay your family a visit this year.