This post has been sponsored by Pfizer Consumer Healthcare. All thoughts and reviews are my own.
Winter is upon us and with the cold and blustery weather comes colds and flu. There are many people that are highly exposed to colds and flu germs more than others such as flight attendants, doctors, nurses, teachers but most definitely my 10 and 12 year old boys! They bring home germs from school all winter long.
So here are some of my top tips to stay healthy this winter!
1. Wash your hands. Yes, this is a simple, yet effective way to keep away most cold and flu germs. Keep your hands away from your face especially after sneezing, so wash your hands several times throughout the day.
2. Get outside more. This may sound like the wrong advice, but getting outdoors in the fresh air or taking a walk, and even meeting up with friends for some social activities greatly improves your mental state and can fight depression. All of this helps maintain your immune system when you are in a good mood. If your child does start to feel some aches and pains coming on you can ease them by trying one of Pfizer Consumer Healthcare products like Children's Advil Suspension. This is a great solution especially for kids ages 2-11. Great flavors like Bubble Gum and Grape help when it's time to take medicine.
3. Be cautious of carriers. Now that you are out and about in the wintery conditions, be careful of those that already have a cold. Even if your friends and family don't show any kind of cold or flu symptoms doesn't mean that they aren't carrying something that could easily affect you. If those icky germs happen to find your child and they experience aches, pains, and flu like symptoms, then Children's Robitussin, or even Children's Dimetapp can zap those nasty germs and help ease those symptoms. But now is the time to really use hand sanitizer. Keep it with you all winter long.
4. Remember to relax. All the stresses of daily life can take a toll on your immune system. Stress is one of the top reasons why we come down with a cold. Take time to do things that relax you and keep your mind and body stress-free. This can include taking a hot bath or reading a good book. Getting enough rest each night will help keep stress low. Our kids being sick is stressful, and if your child is sick and up during the night the amount of sleep you get will definitely decrease. Try Children's Robitussin DM Day/Night Pack as it is long-acting and helps break up chest congestion and relieves coughs. Keep in mind that the daytime Robitussin is only for ages 4+, and the nighttime is for ages 6+. But better sleep for everyone!
5. Clean all surfaces. Make sure in your home that you keep all of your kitchen, bathroom, and anything else that lots of hands touch clean at all times. Use antibacterial cleaners and wipe surfaces down several times throughout the day if possible. This will keep germs away and that's exactly what we want so we don't catch a cold.
6. Work Hard, Play Hard. Everyone works hard so when it's time to have some fun, make sure you include some exercise in your daily routine. The more you move the better your circulation will be and this helps those immune cells in your body. As you get out more and move, your kids may end up feeling a little under the weather, so this is the time to try Children's Advil. It can ease aches from those fun days of playing hard outdoors.
7. Drink more water. We have all grown up hearing "drink plenty of fluids" when you have a cold or flu. But you don't have to wait until you are sick to do so. Stay hydrated to maintain a healthy immune system.
One of the best products that I have found work great for my boys during cold and flu season is Children's Dimetapp® Cold & Cough. It comes in a great tasting grape flavor and as soon as their symptoms begin, I give them the Dimetapp and they start to feel better. This product tackles my children's most bothersome stuffy and runny noses, all while working to relieve cough.
When sick gets real, the pediatric brands of Pfizer Consumer Healthcare are there with three solutions - Children's Advil®, Children's Robitussin® and Children's Dimetapp® - to tackle the ickiest of symptoms.
Ease those aches and pains, while reducing a child's fever fast with Children's Advil® Suspension*, a great solution for kids as young as 2 and up to 11. Children's Advil® comes in several great-tasting flavors, including: Sugar-free Dye-free Berry, Bubble Gum, Grape, Blue Raspberry, Fruit and Dye-Free White Grape flavors. There's also Infants' Advil® White Grape, which provides unsurpassed fever relief (among OTC pain relievers) with a syringe for easy dosing for children 6-23 months.
Formulated just for kids, Children's Robitussin® DM Day/Night Pack (Children's Robitussin® Cough & Chest Congestion for ages 4+ and Children's Robitussin® Nighttime Cough Long-Acting for ages 6+)** non-drowsy daytime formula helps break up chest congestion, while the long-acting nighttime formula relieves coughs and runny noses to help kids get the rest they need.
Each winter it is best to keep all the Pfizer pediatric products on hand because you never know when those nasty, icky, pain in the you know what germs will sneak up on you. Keeping yourself and your kids healthy all winter long can be a struggle, but with these super tips you can enjoy the fun of winter without being sick!
*This product is not indicated to treat other illnesses such as severe headache, strep throat, earache, etc.
**Please note, while the daytime product is for ages 4+, the nighttime product is only for ages 6+. It is important to remember to always read and keep the cartons for complete warnings and dosing information on Pfizer Pediatric products and to use as directed.
amychlumsky says
Those 7 tips are awesome specially drinking more water due to it's general benefits for health and skin.
Cyn Gagen says
These are great tips. We're being extra cautious this year with a newborn around and are pushing the hand washing with everyone who visits.
adriana says
These are such great tips! It's so important to keep everything clean and sanitized when all of the germs are flying this time of year.
Nancy P says
Love your tips! Winter can seem like a long season to get thru so staying healthy is a must! Your list has everything to stay healthy during the season especially with colds and flu's going around.
Kathy says
I think these are all wonderful tips. The stomach bug has been going around in our area lately. So many are getting sick, and both of my girls were as well and got over that. Great to keep all these tips in mind.
Melissa Dixon says
You are doing the Lord's work here! Seriously people need to take care of themselves and help to stop spreading germs to other as well! Thank you for sharing this!
AnnMarie John says
I don't like the idea of getting sick during the Holidays, that's terrible! I think these are awesome ways to avoid getting sick and stay in good shape! Water is always important.
Rosey says
I am on my second cold and this one has lasted since Friday (it is Tuesday). I am so over it, and we don't even live someplace cold. I do teach though...germs are everywhere.
Carol Cassara says
I totally agree with you on this because it's really important that we stay clean and practice good hygiene especially this season. I make sure to wash my hands every time I get in!
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
These are really awesome tips! I will remember these for my family!
Our Family World says
What a timely post. My niece is sick right now with colds and she's not even wanting to touch her food. I will send the link to this post over to my sister. Hopefully, they get through the winter without getting sick again.
Christie Michel Cronan says
Such great tips. I agree that staying hydrated and getting fresh air are 2 very important parts of staying healthy. I don't like it when the kids get sick as then it is only a matter of time that it goes right through the family.
Estelle says
These are great tips. I was just sick for two weeks in a row with a bad cold. I tried to do everything so my daughter wouldn't get it, and luckily she didn't. I did, however, stock up on anything she might need in the future.
Veronica Solomon says
I need to take heed to your tips and take care of myself a bit more. Especilaly this season
Louise Bishop says
It can feel like pulling teeth trying to stay away from sicknesses during this time of the year. These are perfect tips to help it though!
Tatanisha Worthey says
It's always nice to have those products around when the sicknesses hit. We try our best to avoid those times though!
Pam says
I seem to catch everything that goes around during the winter. I make it a point to wash my hands a lot.
Jennifer Van Huss says
These are great tips for staying healthy in winter time. Advil is a constant in our house during the winter. When the first sign of a cold or flu begin we give Advil and know we are covered.
Claudia Krusch says
These are great tips for staying healthy during the Winter. I always make sure I drink a lot more water and take a Zinc supplement.
Joyce Brewer says
We've already had a few sniffles this year. I've read before that we get sick because we stay inside and touch many of the same surfaces. It makes sense.
travel blogger says
These are great tips to stay healthy this winter! I think it really does help to get out and be social. It really does help fight the winter blues. I will also need to stock up on Dimetapp!
Marissa Zurfluh says
It's easy to forget little things like keeping everything clean,etc. when it gets tot he busy holidays. However, those are some of the most important times to stay on top of it!
Sara Welch says
I've definitely been trying to remember to stay on top of the water. It's easy to forget when getting busy.
Emma says
Great tips! I would add to tip #5 to make sure that you clean things that you normally don't, like mattresses and furniture, especially if someone has been sick in your house. Those surfaces can hold onto and pass germs like crazy but people don't ever think to clean them! Also, thanks for the reminder to drink more! I'm going to fill up my water right now and my immune system thanks you!
Marysa says
I definitely have to keep on top of the kids when it comes to washing their hands! And I have to remind myself to relax and recharge and take care of myself. When mom gets sick, it effects everyone! These are great tips for the cold and flu season.
Liz Mays says
I should definitely be keeping these things in mind. I wouldn't mind bundling up and enjoying the outdoors some more!
Joely Smith says
I have already had the cold and cough. Now the stomach flu is going around our area! I am being really careful and will do all the things you suggested!
Stacie says
Staying hydrated is key to staying healthy. If you aren't properly hydrated, your body can't function to its fullest. That includes fighting off germs.
robin rue says
I need to make time to relax more often! I am going to try all your tips.