Wow! Does this Zombie Flu ever go away? :OI

I'm so frustrated! We have had this crazy Zombie Flu forever now as in at least almost 6 weeks! UGHHHH!!! It starts in one of us and then makes it's rounds until we almost shake it and then WHAM!!! We start it again!!! Just to let you know how bad it is--- it seems to hit the kids first and then believe it or not they are like lethargic sleeping anywhere all the time and they never stop energy wise usually so it's bad if it incapacitates them! I spend half of my time wondering if I should take them to the Emergency Room!!! Does anybody have any ideas??? I would appreciate anything including natural remedies. I have tried to feed them the right immunity boosting foods but they will barely eat anything!!! PLEASE HELP THIS WORN OUT FAMILY!!! THANKS AND TAKE CARE! MOMMY KBOO OR SHOULD SAY KCHOO!!! O:)

Overcoming Postpartum Depression

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How Busy Moms Can Save Time | Real Simple

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Back to School Time (continued)

Back to School Time (continued): "

5. Help organize. Another of my favorite tips. Organization is as important as preparation and routines. Organize those homework areas, notebooks, planners, backpacks. Show how you organize for your tasks, projects, jobs. Have a special place at the end of the day for the backpack to be – filled with the next day’s assignments – so it’ll be ready to go in the mad rush of the morning. Insist on it. It’ll save headaches.

6. Encourage a “study buddy.” There’s strength in numbers, so encourage your child to seek out a friend he can study with, someone with similar goals and interests. They should talk, email, or IM each afternoon or evening to make sure they understand homework. Come test time, they can study together and with other study buddies to challenge each other, quiz each other, and keep each other on track.

7. Review each school day. Every day, review the day with your child. Ask him what he’s learning, reading, writing about. How’s he coming on that assignment due next week? What happened today that’s funny? Show him you’re interested and that you’re going to be talking about this every day. Expect conversation, not just one word answers. Be patient. It’ll work eventually.

8. Communicate with teachers. Teachers like to hear from parents. We want to know what your goals are, what your children’s interests, strengths, and needs are. We want your children to succeed as much as you do.

9. Get help early. If you suspect your child is struggling, get help early. The earlier the better. More teachers than get credit for it arrive at school early or stay late to help struggling students. Use an honor society student to help. Get a tutor. The important thing is to act early. Little problems are easier to solve than big ones.

10. Be positive. I know, it’s the same as the first tip. Everything begins and ends with being positive.

If you’ve learned some tips of your own, have some wisdom to share, or want to tell an inspirational story or two, share them with us. We learn together, right?

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But I Don't Wanna Go to School

But I Don't Wanna Go to School: "

What to do when your second grader tells you school’s not “fun” and he “hates” it? He even uses the worst put-down a kid can use: “boring.” It’s too early in the school year – and in his school career – to risk a dislike that could last for years.

First of all, don’t panic. Lots of kids go through a stage like this, especially right after the fun days of summer vacation, when “the livin’ is easy.”

Here are some ideas to consider.

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   Stay positive. Do all you can to talk about the “fun” aspects of school. Learning new things. Doing new activities. Making new friends. Talk about the fun you had in school when you were his age. Show how you’re still using the skills you learned in school. Stories from your childhood will show him you understand. Ask other family members for their favorite memories. This is not the time to share stories about your horrible fourth-grade math teacher, though. The whole purpose is to stay positive.
   
   




2. 
   
   Inject your own fun. Face it, sometimes school is not exactly summer vacation, although the elementary teachers I know are absolute magicians at making learning fun for children. Are there ways you can make learning at home fun? Make homework time easier by setting up predictable routines, so important for young learners. Story times at home can be loads of fun, and they’ll develop a love of reading. Get a library card for your child and read his selections together. Ask the children’s librarian for suggestions. Talk about your favorite books from when you were in second grade.
   
   




3. 
   
   Get a “study buddy.” From time to time, invite some of your child’s friends and classmates over to your house to work on homework together – maybe the science fair project, or a weekly spelling test, for example. You can learn a lot by watching kids working together. Maybe your son needs some help in organizing himself. Maybe he’s too shy to ask for help. Having a study buddy can help your child stay on track, make sure he understands assignments, and gives him a social outlet, too. Monitor the study buddies, of course. The operative word is “study.”
   
   




4. 
   
   Be realistic. A good lesson to learn is that sometimes – not all the time – learning is difficult. It doesn’t have to be painful, though. Lots of support from you and the other important adults in his life will go a long way in smoothing the rough spots of school. Celebrating small successes builds the right skills and attitudes.
   
   




5. 
   
   Involve the teacher. If his dislike for school continues, it’s a good idea to talk to the teacher. How’s he doing in class? Does he have friends? Do other kids seem to enjoy his company? Is he having trouble seeing the board or hearing instructions? There are many professionals who are able to help if necessary. Stay on top of it.
   
   

It’s painful to hear so young a child say he “hates” anything, especially school. Do your best to stay positive, showing him the fun and joy he can experience from what school has to offer: leaning, activities, music, art, sports, friendships, new skills and knowledge. Encourage him to tell you what he likes about school – there must be something – and stick with that as a starting point. Never give up.

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Why Asthma Rates Peak in September

Why Asthma Rates Peak in September: "As summer draws to a close, you're probably looking forward to familiar fall pleasures such as apple picking, watching football, and of course, going back to school. But for many people, asthma symptoms worsen in September. In fact, many hospitals report record-high ER visits in September due to asthma."