The holiday season is upon us, and staying healthy is top of mind for families across the country, especially as doctors warn of a possible tridemic with RSV, flu, and COVID cases on the rise. According to a recent survey conducted by family health and wellness brand Mommy’s Bliss, 72% of moms with kids under 10 years old say they are concerned about keeping their kids healthy during the upcoming holiday season.
- 72% of moms with kids under 10 years old are concerned about keeping their kids healthy during the holiday season.
- 50% of moms expect to limit number of holiday gatherings they attend.
- 53% say they have previously missed a meaningful holiday event that they wanted to attend because of a sick child, and 41% have had to cancel a family trip due to a cold or the flu during the holidays.
- Close to 60% of moms are also concerned about their children’s nutrition during this time while 54% are concerned about the amount of sleep their children get during the holiday season.
- 70% of moms admitted they will be choosing to skip an extended family gathering over the holidays regardless of sickness fears. Of these moms, 43% cited they will be skipping gatherings due to family drama; 31% feel their children will be up too late, and 24% are concerned about that dreaded child meltdown at a holiday event.
“Moms and their children can easily get rundown during the holiday season if they are not taking good care of their sleep and nutrition,” says Dr. Nicole Sparks, an Atlanta-based OB-GYN and mother to three young children, including a 3-month-old baby. “Parents should prepare for this hectic time of year by taking a look at their family’s current health and wellness regimen and be proactive in making a plan to support their kids’ health, so no one misses out on any of the fun.”
Mommy’s Bliss Kids Organic Immunity Gummies
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First Line of Defense: No matter the time of year, kids ages 2 years or older can always benefit from immune system support to ensure their system is working optimally. These gummies are USDA Organic and made of pure extracts of organic fruits, including antioxidant-rich elderberry, vitamin C, and zinc in a yummy-tasting gummy.
Parent review: "While I can't medically prove that this product is helping my son, the results are clear: Since taking for 3 months, he's not been sick from daycare illnesses. Elderberry is a an awesome immune support element and it clearly helps kids naturally fight off the crud they are exposed to on a daily basis at daycare environments. Our son loves the taste and takes it with no problem after his morning milk."
Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipes
Banish germs indoors and out with these antibacterial handwipes that are made with aloe and chamomille. The pack of 50 is convenient enough to throw in a purse or diaper bag, or even keep on the kitchen counter for quick disinfecting.
Mommy's Bliss Baby Probiotic Drops
Gut Check: Make sure your children’s gut is full of the “good bacteria” by offering a probiotic supplement that supports their ability to digest food, absorb vitamins, and develop the strong intestinal and immune systems they need as they grow. These drops help support baby’s digestive health and immune function and feature pure Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG, the world’s most-studied single-strain probiotic that is safe to use from day one.
