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Do You Know Your Flu Facts?

babysugar — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 07:00:30 -0700

In case you haven't heard, flu season is upon us. Each year, approximately one in 100 tots are hospitalized for the flu and between 75 and 150 children succumb to it. Unlike last year, the Centers for Disease Control says that this year's vaccine should be more successful than last year's serum. Whether you have gotten your flu shot yet, or not, test your knowledge of influenza here.

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Kiddie Wellness: Flu Vaccine For Infants to Eighteen-Year-Olds

LilSugar — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 10:00:48 -0700

Most tots don't like getting shots and many parents can't bear to watch, but it seems the process will continue as federal officials are now recommending that all children between six months and eighteen years of age get the flu shot. This will protect an additional 30 million minors. A CNN article said:

The age group was expanded this year because children are two to three times more likely to contract the disease than are adults, said Dr. Renée Jenkins, president of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

The report noted that about 36,000 Americans die each year from flu complications. Pregnant women are also advised to get the vaccine.

Do your children get an annual flu shot?

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Baby Wellness: Time for Flu Shots!

babysugar — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 00:30:08 -0800

It's that time of year - the dreaded, but necessary flu shots are here. The American Lung Association kicked off their "Faces of Influenza" public awareness campaign emphasizing the importance of getting vaccinated.

One of our favorite celeb moms, Jennifer Garner, joined the efforts along with famous parents, Dean Cain and Joy Behar. Jennifer said,

"Women play an important role in a family. It's our job to take care of those we love, that's why I make sure my family is protected against influenza. Influenza isn't just a cold. It can be much more serious. Chances are you or someone you know should be immunized."

The campaign is aimed at reaching moms, pregnant women, those with chronic illness, children six months to five years of age, and caregivers (which means dads and babysitters, too). Sadly, influenza, along with other complications, kills roughly 36,000 Americans a year.

To find a clinic in your area, go to the American Lung Association website and type in your zip code. The site also allows visitors to schedule reminders for the following year.

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Lil Links: Homemade Happiness Downloads For Busy Moms

babysugar — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:30:06 -0800

Helpful and cute downloads for mommies on the run - Babyccino
Helena Christensen has a handsome mini me - Celebrity Baby Blog
Get the guest rooms ready! - Momologie
Looking for the flu shot? There's a map for that. - CafeMom
Dealing with the in-laws this holiday season - ParentDish
Denise Richards is a twittering mama - Celebrity Baby Scoop
When mommy's boyfriend likes her kids more than her - MomLogic
Resisting junk food at the office - Alpha Mom
Are you an online or store front shopper? - Momversation
Does mama have tattoo regret? - Health

Lil Links: Ali Landry's Top 10 Baby Items

babysugar — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:00:17 -0800

Ali Landry's top 10 baby items - Mamaista
Get James Broderick's look - Celebrity Baby Blog
New ways to shelve it - Momologie
Teachers speaks out on bullies in the classroom - CafeMom
Reporter dunks on a kid and brings a tear to the eye - ParentDish
Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber at center of an extortion plot - Celebrity Baby Scoop
Swine-flu-shot guilt - MomLogic
Hallelujah! Tantrum-free hair products - Babyccino
Is tough-love approach the best? - The Mommy Files
What you must tell your daughter to help her lower her risks - Health

Lil Links: A Mom's Memoir of Sobering Up

babysugar — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:30:32 -0700

Brave mom documents her struggle to sober up - The Poop
Matt Damon chats about his girls - Celebrity Baby Blog
Check the Fall calendar for these
autumn activities - Cookie
No flu shot for this pregnant lady - CafeMom
Anne Heche and ex-hubby ordered to see a pretty pricey divorce coach - ParentDish
Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany have mastered outrunning the paps - Celebrity Baby Scoop
Get geared up for Talk Like a Pirate Day - Alpha Mom
Teen birth rates higher in religious states - Health

Lil Tip: Mommy Gets a Shot, Too!

babysugar — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 05:00:04 -0800

If there's one thing my daughter is afraid of it's shots! She knows the second we walk into the doctor's office that she may be pricked at the end of the visit. Anticipating flu season, we both went to get our vaccines and I stumbled upon a trick to ease the torture.

She squirmed in her seat knowing that the small tube of liquid was about to bring on the pain. In an effort to put her at ease, I volunteered to get mine first so I could show her how easy and painless the process really is. The nurse quickly pricked my arm and I said, "Owie! Oops. All gone! It doesn't hurt anymore!" When it was her turn, she took it like a champ. At her two-year doctor's visit, I played pretend and I asked the nurse to "give" me a shot first while my wee one looked on. Like magic, my sweetheart barely squealed when it was her turn. I have a feeling that shrieking shots are a thing of the past - at least until I get my epidural.
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