With winter comes many wonderful things...the holidays, family gatherings, snow, sleigh riding, skiing, hot cocoa, and cozy fires, etc... :)
But winter is also, unfortunately, the prime time for GERMS and SICKNESS :(
There are plenty of preventative measures children can learn in order to ward off illness. Here are three important things you can frequently remind your children to help keep them healthy the winter season.
- WASH YOUR HANDS! Washing hands with soap and water will help stop the spread of germs. Remind your children to frequently and effectively wash their hands. Many students forget to srub for a full 20 seconds or as long as it takes to sing "Happy Birthday" or the "ABCs". When soap and water are not available, disinfecting with hand sanitizer is the next best thing.
- DRINK UP! We are not usually as thirsty in the winter because the temperature is cooler, but we still need to make sure we are drinking enough fluids. Encourage your child to drink throughout the day. Be sure to provide water or healthy drink choices for your child during the school day.
- GET MOVING! Try to make family time for some fun winter activities. Staying active in the winter months will help maintain health and elevate serotonin, also known as the happy chemical in brains. When the weather isn't cooperating, try some indoor yoga! You'd be surprised at how calm and relaxed you feel afterward!
Enjoy the Winter! As always, if you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to reach out to me at (973) 697-4777 ext. 5535.
