What's in Our Family Cold & Flu Survival Kit

Let’s face it, this winter has not been a great one – Mother Nature can’t decide if she’s warm, rainy, cold or snowy and it seems like everywhere you turn, someone is sick. For our family, it’s been a revolving door of cold and flu. So, how do YOU cope when your little ones are sick? Today, I’m sharing what’s in our family’s cold and flu survival kit.

What's in Our Family's Cold & Flu Survival Kit

1. Endy Customizable Memory Foam Pillow 

When you’re sick, getting enough sleep is important. And it all starts with a comfy mattress and pillow. The Endy Pillow can be optimized for any kind of sleeper. It is filled with shredded foam so you can fully customize your sleep experience. Everyone’s on the Endy train in our house – little Berk’s even has her own pillow in the crib.  

If you want to hop on board, use TOANDFRO50 for $50 OFF your very own Canadian-made Endy mattress. 

You can read our thoughts on the Endy mattress here and here. 

2. Saje Aroma Gem Matte Black Diffuser 

During the winter months, the air in our house is extremely dry. To help with that, we have a few Saje ultrasonic diffusers running, including one that we put on during the night in the girls room. On the intermittent setting, it lasts for 9 hours, purifying and humidifying while infusing the air with essential oils. This diffuser also releases negative ions to reduce dust, pet dander and other airborne allergens (like dust mite matter).

3. Saje Aroma Fairy Children’s Diffuser Blend 

For the diffuser in the girl’s room, we use Saje’s Aroma Fairy Children’s diffuser blend. This blend of marjoram, orange and lavender if safe for little ones, and helps them relax before bed. 

4. Saje Chill Out Grounding Diffuser Blend 

For other parts of the house, we add Saje’s Chill Out grounding blend to the diffuser. It is a mix of sandalwood, pine and clary sage which produces a more masculine, earthy smell (so my husband is also a fan). 

5. Rinse Bath & Body Co Peppermint Essential Oil Roll-On

I picked up this roll-on at REI on our recent trip to Alaska, and keep it in my work bag. Peppermint oil known to aid in relieving migraines & headaches, ease sinus congestion as well as aiding the mind in focusing. If I have a stuffy nose, I apply it on my sinuses (but not too close to the eyes, or it will sting). If I have a headache, I apply it on my temples, across my forehead, and in between my eyebrows. And, if I just need a little pick me up, I apply it to the tip of my nose. This 100% pure peppermint oil is blended with 100% pure squalene oil (derived from the olive) to create an aromatherapy & therapeutic roll on.

6. PC Feeling Soothed - Peppermint, Ginger and Fennel Herbal Tea

I’m not a huge tea drinker (coffee all the way), but I often turn to this one in the winter months. It is a tummy-friendly infusion with peppermint, ginger and fennel to help keep you feeling soothed.

7. Lipton Chicken Noodle Soup Mix

When the little ones don’t feel like eating, soup is always a good option. We always have a few packets of this soup on hand in our pantry, just in case. Just add water. And maybe some extra spaghetti noodles if you want to make it a little heartier. We also add small pieces of carrots to mix in a few veggies. 

8. Hyland's 4 Kids Cold 'n Cough Grape Flavour 

Sometimes, medication is needed to help provide your little one relief. And for that, we’ve turned to Hyland’s 4 Kids Cold n’ Cough which temporarily relieves the symptoms of the common cold including nasal and chest congestion, runny nose, sore throat, sneezing and cough. It also comes in natural grape flavour, to help it go down. For children age 2-12 years. 

9. Be Koool Soft Gel Sheets 

These Be Kool soft gel sheets are made to provide immediate cooling relief for your little one. They're portable and ready to use anywhere and anytime your child has fever discomfort, whether it be at home or on the go. The sheets gently adhere to children's foreheads, making them simple to apply. They're also sized to fit children's foreheads, offering just the right amount of cooling to maximize children's comfort for up to 8 hours. They also come in a fun Mickey Mouse and friends design, an added incentive for your little one not to rip it off (because yes, that is a valid concern).

10. Braun® Thermoscan® 7 Digital Ear Thermometer 

The definition of fever changes with age, so should the thermometer you use when detecting a fever. Braun ThermoScan® 7 features the patented Age Precision® technology - an age-adjustable fever guidance that takes age into account to take the guesswork out of temperature measurement. The colour-coded display allows for easier interpretation of results, and comes with a night light for use in dark environments, like you little one’s bedroom. 

What's in your family's cold and flu survival kit? I'd love to hear!

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and products received in exchange for review. All opinions are 100% that of To & Fro.

The Best Chicken Dumpling Soup Recipe

Looking for the perfect comfort food in a bowl? Check out this hearty recipe for the best Chicken Dumpling Soup, loaded with chicken, vegetables and tasty dumplings. 

I recently discovered cooking chicken in the slow cooker. I don't know why I wasn't cooking it this way before - boy, was I really missing out. And it's so easy! Just add two skin-on, bone-in chicken pieces (usually breast and thigh combos) to the slow cooker, season with a bit of salt and pepper and then cover with approximately 2 cups of water. I then allow it to cook on high for 3-4 hours, or until no longer pink, and voila! Delicious, juicy, tender, fall-off-the-bone chicken. 

Not only does it create tender, delicious chicken, you will also be left with a flavourful broth that can be used in your next recipe, or in this delicious soup recipe.

During the cold months, soups are my go to. I usually pay them with a side salad or a sandwich. This soup, however, is a complete meal in a bowl. Loaded with that tender chicken, hearty vegetables and tasty dumplings, this Chicken Dumpling Soup is sure to win over your family's stomachs this chilly winter.

Chicken Dumpling Soup

Ingredients

Soup:

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 1 cup carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cups chicken, cooked and chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 4 cups water
• 1/2 cup all purpose flour

Dumplings:

• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (3/4 stick)
• 3/4 cup buttermilk (or 1 tbsp white vinegar and 3/4 cup milk, combined)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, minced

Directions

1. Add the olive oil to a large stock pot and bring to a medium-high heat. Add celery, carrots, onion and garlic and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until onions are translucent.
2. Add chicken pieces and garlic powder to the pot. Stir to combine.
3. Add chicken stock and water to the pot. If you like your soup salty, feel free to use 8 cups of stock, instead of half water, half stock.
4. Bring mixture to a simmer for 25-30 minutes.
5. While soup is simmering, make your dumplings. In a medium bowl, whisk together dry ingredients. Stir in the melted butter, buttermilk and parsley until just combined. At this point, should be a nice dough. Set aside.
6. Ladle 2 cups of the cooking liquid into a large bowl. Whisk in 1/2 cup of flour until smooth. Add flour mixture back into the soup by continuously whisking until combined. Simmer until slightly thickened, occasionally whisking, about 8-10 minutes.
7. Once soup has thickened, add dumplings. Form balls of dough about the size of half of your thumb. Gently drop dumplings one at a time into simmering soup. Simmer, covered, until dumplings are firm, about 12-15 minutes.
8. Season with salt and pepper.
9. Serve immediately, sprinkled with additional minced fresh parsley for garnish (optional).

Home Chef Tip 1: If you do not end up using all of the dumpling dough (I only used about half), store the remainder in the freezer in a freezer-safe container. It will keep for a few weeks.

Home Chef Tip 2: If you do not want to cook the chicken from scratch, you can also use leftover chicken or turkey and premixed stock.

Voila, comfort food at its finest!

If you like this recipe, you may also like this recipe for Fall Harvest Root Vegetable Soup.

What is your favourite soup recipe? Any fall or winter favourites? I'd love to hear!

A Hockey Themed 3rd Birthday

Happy first day of Spring! Let’s talk a step back in winter (for just a few minutes) and check out the hockey themed birthday party we recently threw for our newly 3 year old daughter.

Earlier this month, we celebrated our oldest’s 3rd birthday. Seriously, THREE YEARS OLD. Where does the time go?

When we asked what she wanted to do, the answer was simple - she wanted a hockey themed birthday. A skating party.

No surprise there, considering how much time we’ve spent “hockeying like daddy” (aka skating) at our favourite outdoor skating rink the past few months.

So, it was settled. A hockey-themed birthday party at the City of Toronto’s Greenwood Park it would be.

You can read all about her first birthday here and second birthday here and here. 

Decor

What is a hockey themed birthday without hockey themed birthday party decorations and favours?

The community room that we rented from the City wasn't anything special, so it needed a little sprucing up.

After scouring Pinterest for a little inspiration, we started at the local dollar stores (Dollar Tree and Dollarama here in Ontario).

They didn’t have a ton of hockey-specific decor, so I had to think a little out of the box. For the colours, I chose blue and white (with a bit of silver) for our home team, Toronto Maple Leafs. Table cloths were also blue and white.

We added some packs of hockey trading cards to the table, for both the kids and the adults. 

I found hockey-specific plate, napkins and table confetti at Party City Canada. This is also where I purchased the large helium balloon arrangement, with silver “3” and white and blue balloons. 

My favourite Dollarama find was the letter boards (which came in three different colours). At only $4 a pop, they were a great steal and I will be able to use them again int he future for the blog.

Food

In terms of food, we ordered pizza from Pizzaville, and also had pop, juice, chips, veggies and fruit. The boxes for popcorn and chips were also from Dollarama, they reminded me of a concessions stand which was the look I was going for.

For the candy bar, I purchased candy at the Bulk Barn. I found black and white striped bags at Dollarama, and they reminded me of referees. 

The hockey-themed cake was ordered from Loblaws. 

A tradition we started for Morley’s first birthday was a photo book, ordered through Shutterfly. We compile all of our favourite photos from the year and organize them by month. We then get everyone at the party to write a fun message for her. I always have fun building them, and its a great keepsake for her to look back on when she’s older.

Instead of a traditional goodie bag, we gave each of the kids that came a hockey-related story book, specifically Over at the Rink: A Hockey Counting Book (by Stella Partheniou Grasso) and Just One Goal! (by Robert Munsch).

Ok, so I was pretty proud of myself for the theme and decor. But all Morley cared about was the skating and the people. And that was fine with me.

The day was absolutely perfect, even with the massive amount of snow falling from the sky. We really couldn't have asked for a better day and better celebration. 

She had such a great time celebrating #3, and seeing a smile on her face made me one happy mama. 

You know how I know she had fun? She has asked me every day since to “go back to her skating party”. So if anyone has any suggestions on how to creatively tell a toddler that she won’t have another birthday party until next year, please send them my way.

How do you celebrate your kids’ birthdays? Any favourite themes you’ve done? I’d love to hear!

PIN IT:

Easy At Home Preschooler Paint Station

With winter finally here and Mother Nature deciding to drop the mother load (pun intended) of snow and cold weather on us the past week, we’ve gone into deep hibernation.

Staying indoors with a 5 month old and almost three year old all day is not easy. Finding things to keep the both of them busy and engaged takes quite a bit of planning.

That’s why we like to have some activities ready to go, “in our back pocket”, for days just like the ones we’ve been having lately. 

Last week, I shared our DIY “water table” for baby - one of our go to sensory play activities for the little one.

Today, I’m sharing one of our go to activities for our budding artist - this easy, at home preschooler paint station.

All materials required for this activity can be found at your local dollar store (in our case, Dollarama), which means its not only easy BUT also affordable.

Here’s a list of items you’ll need to make your own station (all for $15!). And then, scroll down to learn our simple DIY painting smock.

At Home Preschooler Paint Station

Materials:

Place mat, newspaper or packing paper

Ice cube tray

Acrylic paper (number and colours of choice)

Small canvases or card stock

Paint brushes

Painter’s smock (see easy DIY below)

One of the great things about this activity (besides keeping my daughter occupied, focused and using her imagination to create her latest masterpiece) is that it is very affordable. For just $15, you can create your own painting station with enough materials for a weeks’ worth of painting. 

Like I said, it’s always good to be prepared.

Here is the cost breakdown for our activity kit:

Place Mat: $0 (already had at home)

Acrylic Paint: $1.50 each colour x 5 colours = $7.50

Painter’s Smock: $0 (DIY - see below)

Paint Brushes: $3 for pack of 25

Ice Cube Tray: $0 (already had at home)

5x7 Canvas: $1.50 for pack of 3 x 3 packs = $4.50

Total Cost: $15 for 9 paintings

And if you're not into spending $15, you can make it even cheaper!

The above cost is only if you want to paint on the mini 5x7 canvases. If you have paper, card stock, construction paper, newspaper, cardboard, etc. at home, the painting station is even more affordable - all you’re buying is paint and paint brushes! (Read on for the reason why we use canvases.)

We keep all of the materials in a bin (in our laundry room, away from where she can get to it by herself) for easy access when needed.

Since this is one of my daughter’s favourite activities, she’s created quite a few painted canvas masterpieces. Luckily, they make great gifts! While we’ve added a few to gallery wall (a nice pop of colour), the others have all been given as gifts to family members. Make sure to add a description of the photo (you know, in case it is very “abstract”) as well as the date. 

Ok, before we end this post, I know what you’re thinking… painting is messy. And yes, yes it is.

When Morley was in daycare, I remember I could always tell when they did a painting activity. I would be so upset because it would be all over her clothes, ruining them because the stain sat for so long. I always thought, why couldn’t they just cover her up to prevent her from ruining her clothes? 

While painting is messy, it’s important to remember that when it comes to little ones, messy play is good play and should not be avoided. 

There are ways however to limit the spread of the mess, and one of those ways is for your little painter to wear something that covers their clothing, like this DIY painting smock. 

DIY Kid’s Painting Smock

What You Need:

old t-shirt

chip clip or hair clip

What You Do:

Put the t-shirt on your child backwards. 

Grab the back of the sleeves and gather in the middle of their back.

Fasten tightly (but comfortably) with the clip to avoid the t-shirt from falling down. 
*See photo below for example.

And voila, with a few items from home and a few purchased items from your local dollar store, you have an easy and affordable preschooler painting station. The perfect addition to your "back pocket" activities for days when you're stuck inside. 

Stay tuned for more back pocket indoor activity ideas for babies and preschoolers, coming soon to Instagram and the blog!

I would love to know - what are your favourite indoor activities for your little ones? 

PIN IT:

DIY Indoor Water Table for Baby

Who else is going a little stir crazy with this weather? One day it's sunny and we're out for a walk, the next it's freezing rain and we're stuck inside.

When we can't get outside, I often find myself scrambling to come up with stimulating indoor activities for the girls. It's always good to have some in your back pocket. 

And because you asked (thanks to an IG story poll), over the next few weeks, I'll be sharing my back pocket indoor activities for both babies and toddlers/preschoolers, starting with this DIY Indoor Water Table for Baby!

One of my favourite indoor play ideas for the littlest in our family is this DIY indoor water table. I'm a water lover, and have thankfully also passed that on to my girls. Morley often tells me she would like to be a mermaid, that's how much she loves the water. This indoor water table was an activity I often pulled out when she was little, so I figured I'd give it a go again for her water-loving little sister.

It's a super simple idea to have in your back pocket when the weather isn't ideal to get outside (or when it is, and you're just looking for something fun) and it can be recreated with materials you very likely already have lying around.

So how did little B like it? Of course, it was a hit. Big sis was also loving it, showing B how to splash and grab the toys.

Benefits of Water Play for Baby:

This water play activity is not only fun, but it gives many opportunities to develop fine and gross motor skills (think hand-eye coordination). It's also an amazing sensory experience introducing them to textures and even temperatures. Plus, it's a great way to help get your babe more comfortable around the water (yes, they will get wet) AND to sneak in a little tummy time without them putting up too much of a fuss. 

Important note: While I say that this water play activity is good for baby, I recommend only doing it for those that are strong enough to push up on their arms and hold their head up while on their bellies. 

DIY Indoor Water Table for Baby

What You Need:

• Large, clean cookie sheet
• Clean, warm water
• Towel
• Baby-safe and water-safe toys (i.e. bath toys, utensils, cups, etc.)

What To Do:

1. Place the towel flat on the floor. Put the cookie sheet on top of the towel.
2. Add enough warm water (not too hot) to cover the bottom of the cookie sheet. (You don't want to to add too much water, it may not stay in the cookie sheet.)
3. Add baby-safe and water-safe items to the water. 
4. Place your babe on their tummy, with their arms in the water (so the edge of the cookie sheet is essentially in their armpits).
5. Have fun watching them splash in the water.

Important note: Remember to NEVER leave them unattended!

Stay tuned for more back pocket indoor activity ideas for babies and preschoolers, coming soon to Instagram and the blog!

What are some of your favourite DIY indoor activities? I'd love to hear!

PIN IT:

Mama's Slow Cooker Bean Soup Recipe

Love soup? Looking for the perfect winter comfort food? Check out Mama’s Slow Cooker Bean Soup Recipe. It’s sure to be a tummy pleaser!

If you’re like me, you have a leftover ham bone in the freezer from Christmas. Or maybe even as far back as Thanksgiving. Either way, it’s taking up space and you need to get rid of it. Am I right? 

Or, if that’s not you, maybe you just love a good recipe for comfort food? Maybe some hot soup on a cold day? A reason to bust out the slow cooker or crock pot?

Well, whether it’s reason a or reason b (or maybe even a combo of both), you’ve come to the right place.

Today, I’m sharing Mama’s Bean Soup recipe. And yes, that mama is me. And my mama, because I can’t take all of the credit. She taught me how to make it. 

It's easy to make, it's tasty, it's hardy and it scream winter comfort food. It's also sure to be a tummy pleaser. Hey, if a "three-nager" devours an entire bowl, you know that's a fact.

All you need is said leftover hambone (or a ham hock purchased from the store), some veggies, chicken stock and dried navy beans. 

Enjoy!

Mama’s Slow Cooker Bean Soup

Serves: 6-8 people

Ingredients:

• Ham bone, with leftover ham (or ham hock)
• 1 cup dried navy beans
• 4 cups low sodium chicken stock
• 4 cups water
• 1 cup carrots, shredded or diced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

1. Locate the slow cooker or crock pot from back of cupboard and dust off.
2. Add onion, carrot, celery to bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Place ham bone on top of vegetables.
4. Pour dried beans around ham bone.
5. Top with chicken stock and water, so that majority of bone is covered. Add water if needed.
6. Set on high and cook for 6-8 hours, or until beans are tender and ham is falling off the bone.
7. Remove the ham bone. (Be sure there are no ham bone fragments in the soup.)
8. Remove leftover ham from the bone. Cut up and add to soup. Also cut up any large chunks of ham already in the soup.
9. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
10. Can be stored in the fridge, covered for one week, or can be frozen for later. 

Note 1: I use half chicken stock and half water to make my broth, mostly to cut back on the sodium. The salt from the ham will help to flavour the broth. If you like a saltier broth, instead use chicken stock for the full 8 cups. 

Note 2: If you do not have a ham bone, you can purchase a ham hock from the meat department at your local grocery store. It will work just as well to flavour the broth, however, you may not get as much meat off the bone.

If you enjoy soup, you may also want to check out these recipes for The Best Chicken Dumpling Soup and Fall Harvest Root Vegetable Soup.

What is your favourite comfort food recipe? Do you enjoy soup? I’d love to hear!

PIN IT:

Did You Know? Fun Facts about Reindeer

When people think of reindeer, they often visualize Rudolph and his team of friends flying through the midnight sky pulling the big man's sleigh. But, there is so much more to these fascinating Arctic creatures than stories have told. 

How much do you really know about this northernmost deer species? 

Here are 10 Fun Facts About Reindeer to impress your family and friends this holiday season.

In North America, reindeer found in the wild are actually called caribou. The word reindeer is only used to describe those that have become domesticated, or live close to people (such as Santa). However, in Europe they are all reindeer regardless of living in the wild or captivity.

Caribou are the northernmost deer species, found in the Arctic tundra and northern forests of North America, Europe, Asia and Russia.

Male caribou are called bulls, and as an adult average 350-400 pounds. Mature females, called cows, are smaller and average 175-225 pounds.

Caribou have the longest documented migration of any terrestrial animal. Like most herd animals, they must move to find adequate food, often traveling up to 3,000 miles or 5,000 km between summer and winter ranges in a single year. 

Caribou are a members of the deer family (which also contains elk, deer and moose). However, unlike other members of the deer family, both male and female caribou grow antlers. Antlers are made of bone, and when they are growing have a fuzzy covering, called velvet, which contains blood vessels carrying oxygen and nutrients for bone growth. When the velvet dies, the blood supply to the bone is cut off, causing the antlers to shed. This happens yearly. (As opposed to animals with horns, which grow with the animal throughout their entire life.) 

Caribou shed their antlers at different points in the year based on their sex and age. Adult bulls generally shed their antlers in late fall, early winter, after they have mated. Adult females and younger caribou carry their antlers much longer, often throughout the winter. Females' antlers don't fall off until after Christmas, which means Santa's reindeer are most likely all female. 

Caribou are built for the cold. They have a short, stocky body that helps conserve heat, and long legs to help move through the deep snow. Their winter coat contains hollow hair which traps air and provides insulation from the cold. 

Caribou are ungulates, which mean they are cloven-hoofed and chew cud. Their feet are built for walking in deep snow, as they have large, concave hooves that spread widely to help support them in snow and soft tundra. Their feet also function as paddles when they swim and as a scoop when looking for other lichens and plants in the snow.

Their scientific name is Rangifer tarandus, which comes from the Old French rangier, meaning “reindeer” and ferus ¸which is Latin for “wild and untamed”. The name "caribou" is French, and comes from the words "Mi'kmaq qualipu" meaning “snow shoveler,” referring to its habit of pawing through the snow for food.

Caribou are traditionally vital to indigenous northern people throughout much of their range. They are often hunted for subsistence and provide a rich source of red meat, a high protein food supply, and materials for the manufacture of handicrafts and artwork. Their hides are also uses for warmth, and often made into blankets and various articles of clothing.

Did you learn something new about reindeer? I'd love to hear your favourite fact!

*All photos property of To & Fro.

 

6 Tips for Winter Self-Care

*This post is sponsored by Bayer®. To make sure Bayer® products are right for you, always read and follow the label

Winter is coming... in 10 days. Can't you believe it? 

With the change in the calendar, comes the change in cold weather. And that cold winter air can be pretty harsh on our bodies - itchy skin, dry eyes, chapped lips and a stuffy nose are just the start of winter woes. Check out these 6 simple tips and tricks to beat the harsh effects of the coldest months.

6 Tips for Winter Self-Care

1. Don't forget to moisturize.

From skating to snow shoeing and snowy walks, winter is full of fun activities. However, we all know the cold can take a toll on our skin. In the harsh winter months, you should be paying more attention to your skincare routine. Try exfoliating more, limiting hot water and using a moisturizer. DERMAL THERAPY® body lotion is one option to help relieve dry, cracked, and itchy skin. With alpha hydroxy acids, it helps to replace old dry skin to reveal new skin and will help keep your skin smooth during the winter.

2. Stay on top of dry lips

Like your skin, your lips can also take a beating. Exfoliate your lips twice a week to help prevent chapping. You can do this at home with a simple homemade sugar scrub (sugar plus olive oil). Before you go to bed, make sure you apply a thick lip balm to bring back some of the moisture you may have lost during the day. 

3. Fight congestion

A stuffy nose and cold weather go hand-in-hand, and this can really dampen your day. Sleeping with an extra pillow to elevate your head, using a humidifier and taking hot steamy showers can help clear your congestion. You can also try a nasal spray like hydraSense® Medium Stream (100mL), which works by flushing out recessive mucus accumulation, relieving congestion caused by colds, allergies, environmental pollutants or upper respiratory tract infections. hydraSense is made from 100% naturally-sourced seawater and is free of any medications or preservatives. 

4. Stay hydrated

You may be great at staying on top of your water intake during the summer because of the heat, but it is just as important to stay hydrated during the winter. Don’t forget to carry around a water bottle and drink regularly throughout the day.  Don't enjoy drinking water? Add some fruit or (my personal favourite) lemon slices for a bit of flavour. 

5. Combat dry eyes 

Cold winds and dry indoor heating are a recipe for eye discomfort. Make sure to give your eyes breaks during the day by looking away from your electronics or wearing glasses instead of contacts. hydraSense® Advanced for Dry Eyes Long Lasting Relief (10mL) is one option for effective, long-lasting relief for your irritated eyes. It is preservative-free and contains sodium hyaluronate, a clinically proven naturally sourced lubricant.   

6. Get your rest

Less sunlight and the chaos of the holidays can often make you feel tired, so getting a good night’s sleep to restore your energy is especially important during this time of year. Try your best to stick to a consistent sleep schedule. If you have a hard time getting to sleep, try a relaxing night time routine, such as reading a book or gentle stretches. 

With fun outdoor activities and the holidays, the winter is an exciting time of year! Don’t let the harsh weather hold you back from doing what you love. 

What are your best winter care tips? I'd love to hear!

*This post is sponsored by Bayer®. To make sure Bayer® products are right for you, always read and follow the label

PIN IT: