| | Here we are in the midst of cold and flu season, and I can tell you that very few people I know have managed to stay healthy. Whether you and your kids have sniffles, coughs, congestion, and other symptoms of cold and flu, consider discussing natural cold treatments with your doctor. And if you've been lucky enough to have managed to escape getting sick so far, be sure to practice good cold and flu prevention habits such as hand washing. Plus, smart and effective ways parents can look good and feel good, all in this week's Parenting School Age Children Newsletter. | | Natural Cold Treatments for Kids When your child is suffering from the miserable symptoms of a cold, it can be tempting to reach for an over-the-counter remedy to help make him feel better. But the fact is, studies have shown that cough and cold medicines to be ineffective in children younger than 6... Read more | 5 Healthy Habits for Kids to Prevent Cold and Flu While it's not possible to shield your kids completely from catching a cold and flu especially if they attend daycare or school, you can teach them healthy habits to boost their immune systems and decrease their chances of picking up an infection. Follow these tips for how to get your kids into healthy habits to prevent colds and flu (and protect others when they themselves are sick... Read more | When is a Child Too Sick for School? At one point or another, every parent of a grade-schooler has to face the tough choice of whether or not to send a sick child to school. It can be tough to know, especially with younger school-age children, whether or not you really are dealing with a sick child... Read more | Best Ways Parents Can Feel Good and Look Good What are the top healthy habits for parents so that we can feel and look our best? Not surprisingly, regular exercise and eating a healthy and balanced diet are on the list, as is minimizing stress and getting enough sleep... Read more | | | | K-6 Children Ads | | | | Featured Articles | | | | More from About.com | | | | | | Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More>
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