Back to School Health--Helping Kids Cope with Motion Sickness on School Bus or Air Travel

Motion sickness is as much a nervous condition as a perceptual physical condition. Motion sickness afflicts several of my children. One gets air sick and the other struggles with car travel. As a kid, I'd get seasick and car sick. Here's a first aid kit I've assembled for children who suffer from travel sickness on airplanes. These tips help with motion sickness on car or boat rides, too.  Helping Kids Cope with Motion Sickness in Air Travel 

Back-to-School Shopping: Avoid Itchy, Stretch Clothing to Prevent Chafing and Rashes

Back-to-School Shopping: Clothing with Lycra, Spandex May Cause Allergic Reaction and Rash
Back-to-School shopping means outfitting children with comfortable clothing. Many styles of childrens' clothing are made with Lycra, spandex and other nylon fabrics. Stretch fabric may be comfy, but they can cause allergic reactions and rashes.
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Back-to-School Shopping: Backpack vs. Messenger Bag for School Supplies

Back-to-School Shopping: Backpack Vs. Messenger Bag for School Supplies
I've bought many school backpacks, messenger bags, totebags and book bags over the years. For the safest, most user-friendly school book bag, a backpack is better than the messenger bag. Here are backpack shopping considerations.
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Back-to-School Eye Exam and Glasses from Wal-Mart

Back to School Eye Exam and Glasses from Wal-Mart
There's one oft-overlooked aspect of back to school preparation. We remember the school supplies, but forget the thing that can make or break school for a child. Good vision. Thank goodness for Wal-Mart Vision Center.
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Health and Fitness Activities for Children

Health and Fitness Activities for School Children
As part of the national Healthy Lifestyles crusade, schools are able to apply for grants, based on their participation in national health initiatives. My favorite school health initiative is 'The Mileage Club'. Read on...