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10 Must Haves for Flu Season – Creating a Flu Survival Kit

February 29, 2016 By Emily 46 Comments

10 Must Haves for Flu Season

This winter has kicked our butts. HARD. It honestly seems like no matter how much we clean and prevent we have had someone sick in the house since Christmas. Having had to deal with colds, flu, stomach bugs, and a serious bout of bronchitis I am confident I have finally put together the items I don’t like being without when it comes to “Flu Season”.

I’m a semi-crunchy mama so I like to make sure we are using natural remedies as well as modern medicine when needed. One of the things that I absolutely believe we should be doing each day is taking a multi-vitamin. Both my kids and I have found one we absolutely love in Smarty Pants.

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That said, you may be wondering why I am mentioning them in a post about must haves for flu season?  Well, in my opinion a multi-vitamin is not only great to have everyday, but even more important when your body is sick and fighting. The last thing you should be doing is depriving it of minerals and vitamins to help it fight back. That’s why a good multi-vitamin is 1st on my list!

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Here are the 10 Must Haves for Flu Season that you will want to have on hand when you are creating a flu survival kit!

  1. A GOOD Multi-Vitamin. (Obviously I recommend Smarty Pants. They taste so great, I never have to fight my kids to take them. In fact, my toddler cries that he can’t have more!) We buy ours on auto-subscription via Amazon. I also love companies that give back. Smarty Pants has a 1 for 1 program where they will make a matching nutrient grant to a child in need through their partnership with Vitamin Angels. Very cool Smarty Pants! (tugs on my mom heartstrings for real)
  2. A GOOD Thermometer. I can’t tell you how many thermometers I have been through in my 6.5 years of being a mom. Personally I love a standard digital thermometer for rectal temps when they are babies, but my favorite all time non-invasive thermometer is this Safety 1st no-touch temporal thermometer. Time and time again I’m impressed. It reads out fast, quietly, and you don’t have to disturb anyone to do it.
  3. Broth. Anytime we cook a turkey or a full chicken I make bone broth. I freeze it in ice cube trays and put it in a bag. Bone broth is so easy to make, naturally healing, and really just the best sick comfort food ever!  If you don’t want to make your own – don’t just buy stock. Go to a health store and pick up some bone broth – we like this brand. I love this post from the Nourished Kitchen if you want to read more about Bone Broth Benefits.
  4. Epsom Salts. Epsom Salts are a very affordable and easy way to help your body recover when you get sick. As soon as you feel a cold or flu like symptoms soaking in the Epsom Salts (which is actually magnesium sulfate), will ease sore muscles and has an alkalizing effect to your body which can help rid it of toxins.
  5. Heating Pad. A heating pad is also great for easing sore muscles. I find it especially helpful after prolonged periods of throwing up. Plus it’s very comforting when you have chills.
  6. Bubble Water. Many people recommend soda or ginger ale. I’ve never liked all the sugar in those drinks and much prefer a lemon or citrus sparkling bubble water. It helps keep me hydrated and the natural flavor helps keep the nasty tastes associate with flu out of my mouth.
  7. Tea. Another favorite flu fighter in our home is tea. Even my young boys enjoy a nice cup of warm tea when they aren’t feeling well. The herbal versions are flavorful, but also have lots of antioxidants to help your body fight off the germs.
  8. Fever Reducers. It’s the middle of the night and our youngest spikes a high fever. While a cool compress and bath can help to bring it down, I also believe in Tylenol or Motrin to help reduce the fever and bring comfort so everyone can rest. I try to stock up on these when I find a coupon as opposed to running out to the store when someone is sick and I realize we have none in the house. (Lesson learned…)
  9. Crackers. Crackers aren’t something we eat all the time, but the are perfect for the flu survival kit. Especially with a stomach flu, crackers are a great to help test your stomach to see if it’s ready for food. Plus the salt is helpful when you are losing electrolytes.
  10. Neti Pot. The Neti Pot is something that I have a love hate relationship with, but there is no denying it’s magic when it comes to flushing out the nasal passages and helping you breath. For younger kids our Pediatrician recommended this sinus rinse as it’s a bit quicker for kids who aren’t going to hang out over the sink for a full Neti Pot rinse. We do them 30 minutes prior to bedtime or naps to help un-gunk the nose. (Both the Neti Pot and Sinus Rinse are also great for seasonal allergy relief.)
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I would be lying if I mention these as essentials in our flu survival kits as well. They aren’t “must-haves” per say, but they are very very helpful.

  1. Netflix. Forget flipping though channels, or getting up to change movies. Now you can relax on the couch all day and never find yourself saying you wish you had something else to watch. We tend to limit screen time for our boys, but when they are sick I just want them to rest and stay still.
  2. Essential Oils. I use essential oils in combination with modern medicine all the time. Peppermint for headaches/stomach issues/fevers (6+ only), Thieves to help kill the germs in the air, Lavender to calm down and settle into a good rest. Really the list goes on and on. I use Young Living oils, but I also love the NOW brand essential oils as an affordable alternative (as long as you aren’t ingesting them).

What are your must haves for Flu Season?

Do you take a multi-vitamin daily or only when you are sick?

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Emily is a wife & mom living in Las Vegas. The owner and writer at Our Knight Life, Emily loves sharing her two adorable boys and journey through motherhood. Emily has run four half marathons to date and is always training for her next big race. She also enjoys creating healthy recipes for her family and sharing family friendly product reviews.

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Comments

  1. Ranae says

    March 1, 2016 at 1:58 pm

    What a great list! I love Smarty Pants vitamins also, it’s great getting all my nutrients in delicious gummy form, and not have to swallow fish oil pills for omegas!!

    Reply
  2. Jenny says

    March 1, 2016 at 2:36 pm

    A flu season must have in our house is Boogie Wipes. They smell great, are softer than normal tissues, and help get the dry stuff off without irritation. Mommy uses them too.

    Reply
  3. Danielle says

    March 1, 2016 at 3:33 pm

    Oh, boy! The sickness has already hit my home and as of right now I’m the only one who hasn’t gotten sick. I do take a multi-vitamin every day, so I wonder if that’s why. Sure hope I don’t get it either. Even the baby is sick right now.

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  4. Marcie W. says

    March 1, 2016 at 5:52 pm

    Thank goodness we have managed to steer clear of the flu for quite a few years now (*knocks on wood*) but these must haves would be great for any type of illness. We not only do daily multi-vitamins around here, we also do probiotics and extra immunity support.

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  5. Paula H says

    March 1, 2016 at 6:19 pm

    Good list, fortunately we stay flu free (knock on wood) we eat healthy and stay active and take out vitamins. Hopefully I never have to reference this fantastic list!

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  6. Kathy says

    March 1, 2016 at 6:45 pm

    These are some wonderful ideas. I love this flu survival kit. The vitamins are definitely a must. I think they’re very important to have each day.

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  7. Stacie says

    March 1, 2016 at 6:56 pm

    I like to have gravol on hand to fight nausea as well as some OJ for Vitamin C. I find having lemon and honey on hand helps with sore throats.

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  8. Crystal says

    March 1, 2016 at 9:01 pm

    There was one year my oldest had the flu that worried me to the core as a mother. I had never seen her so, so sick. I try to be prepared in case there’s a next time. This is a great list.

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  9. Ann Bacciaglia says

    March 2, 2016 at 12:32 pm

    My kids love to lay on the couch with a big blanket and zone out to Netflix when they are sick. Peppermint tea is a refreshing drink that helps settle an upset tummy.

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  10. Tammi Roy says

    March 2, 2016 at 12:34 pm

    These are all great must haves for the flu. I try to keep Gravol on hand for when an upset stomach hits. Netflix is a great way to distract yourself when you are sick.

    Reply
  11. dawn says

    March 2, 2016 at 6:48 pm

    this is an awesome survival kit. my brother gets colds all the time especially in the winters. he could toatlly use this.

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  12. Nancy at Whispered Inspirations says

    March 3, 2016 at 9:14 am

    What a great list! Definitely something to keep handy during cold/flu season.

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  13. Jessica To says

    March 10, 2016 at 12:22 pm

    I take a multi-vitamin daily year round!

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  14. deanna says

    March 10, 2016 at 1:15 pm

    I take a multi-vitamin daily and make sure to drink plenty of orange juice during flu season!

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  15. Sunnie says

    March 10, 2016 at 2:07 pm

    The only vitamin I take is a pre natal vitamin.

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  16. Grace Mitchell says

    March 11, 2016 at 12:14 am

    My kids take these Smarty Pants vitamins every day! And I might sneak one or two of them myself! 🙂 They are that good!

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  17. Wehaf says

    March 11, 2016 at 7:58 am

    I take a multivitamin most days, but not every day.

    Reply
  18. Marija says

    March 11, 2016 at 3:10 pm

    I take a multi-vitamin when I remember, which, it turns out isn’t all that often.

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  19. June Lisle says

    March 11, 2016 at 4:27 pm

    I take a multi vitamin daily and keep my hands clean for flu season.

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  20. Jolene Johnson says

    March 11, 2016 at 7:06 pm

    All three of us take daily vitamins, sick or healthy, year round!

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  21. allyson tice says

    March 11, 2016 at 8:39 pm

    All of us sin our house take a multi vitamin (Equate brand) every morning!

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  22. Ally says

    March 12, 2016 at 6:15 am

    I try to take one daily, but it’s easier to remember when I’m gettin’ sick! My must haves are the neti pot (well, bottle) and tea!

    Reply
  23. Savannah Hadden says

    March 12, 2016 at 8:09 pm

    We try to take vitamins daily but sometimes life gets hectic and we forget, so then when one of us does get sick or we are around someone sick we start taking our vitamins again.

    Reply
  24. Cindy Loo says

    March 13, 2016 at 10:26 am

    For flu season, I need lemon ginger tea and ginger chews for upset tummies, and plenty of warm blankets and DVDs for staying in bed all day!

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  25. Claire says

    March 13, 2016 at 2:38 pm

    I take a multi vitamin daily and keep my hands clean .

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  26. Candace M says

    March 13, 2016 at 5:15 pm

    If my loves have the flu I make homemade chicken noodle soup

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  27. kelley roach says

    March 13, 2016 at 7:22 pm

    i take vitamins everyday

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  28. wen budro says

    March 13, 2016 at 8:24 pm

    I do take a multivitamin every single day. If I keep my immune system in good working order- then, I don’t get the flu.

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  29. amy tolley says

    March 14, 2016 at 1:45 am

    yes we take a vitamin on a daily basis..and my must haves for the flu seasons is warm cozy sock Kleenexes. movies, orange juice. and cozy warm blankets to cover and relax on the couch when not feeling good…. and home made chicken soup….with hot tea and honey

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  30. jeremy mclaughlin says

    March 14, 2016 at 6:59 am

    I take a multi vitamin every day.

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  31. Rachelle Anderson says

    March 14, 2016 at 8:21 am

    I mean to take a multi vitamin everyday, but I seem to only remember when I feel like I am getting sick.

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  32. Diana B says

    March 14, 2016 at 9:01 am

    I take a multi vitamin everyday. We are actually battling our 2nd round of flu right now. No fun.

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  33. Em Mahr says

    March 14, 2016 at 9:13 am

    I take a multi-vitamin daily, our entire family does!

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  34. Alina Hahn says

    March 14, 2016 at 10:12 am

    I try to take one daily but I often forget. However, my son takes his every day and he loves these vitamins.

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  35. Brenna H. says

    March 14, 2016 at 12:51 pm

    I try to take a multi-vitamin every day, but sometimes forget because of the usual morning busyness. However, I definitely load up on vitamins when I am sick or give more to my son when he is sick.

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  36. Cathy C says

    March 14, 2016 at 2:12 pm

    I take vitamins daily and I can say I have not had so much as a cold in the last 15 years (Knock on wood)!!!

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  37. Yona Williams says

    March 14, 2016 at 2:35 pm

    I take a multi-vitamin daily, and they are usually a gummie or something chewy. I feel that I remember to take them more when they are like that.

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  38. Danielle Royalegacy says

    March 14, 2016 at 3:14 pm

    We always take our multi-vitamins daily! Just makes good sense.

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  39. liz l says

    March 14, 2016 at 5:21 pm

    Not a multi, but vitamin c only

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  40. Christina Anne says

    March 14, 2016 at 6:01 pm

    I take a multivitamin daily and use probiotics to try stay healthy.

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  41. latanya says

    March 14, 2016 at 6:33 pm

    I take a multivitamin daily

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  42. Laurie says

    March 14, 2016 at 7:43 pm

    We try to take vitamins daily. This winter I’ve been using elderberry syrup to ward off the flu, and so far so good!

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  43. Leela says

    March 14, 2016 at 9:04 pm

    My must haves are tissues, clorox wipes, chicken soup and chamomile tea.

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  44. Maggie Smith says

    March 14, 2016 at 9:14 pm

    My whole family takes a multi

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  45. Lauren says

    March 15, 2016 at 10:42 am

    I try to take a multi-vitamin daily.

    Reply
  46. Email Spike Review says

    March 25, 2016 at 12:26 am

    It’s important to plan ffor these events should they happen; even in the event youu do not understand it as doubtless.

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