Dr. Mom isn’t a doctor — just a mom who’s stocked a lot of medicine cabinets over the years. This list is a mix of time-honored remedies and modern fixes — the kind of things I want in my adult kids’ dorm rooms, first apartments, and backpacks just i...
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First of all, I know for a fact that my kids aren't going to get the RDA of fruit & veggies. Second, they are way more inclined to take a supplement in gummy form (as am I). And third, they have limited means by which to stock their medicine cabi...
Vitafusion Extra Strength Vitamin C Gummy
The older I get, the more impressed I am with anything that protects your tender lip skin, thereby preventing cracks which lead to bleeding and then cold sores. This brand can't be beat in that kind of protection. And there's no better way to get it ...
Aquaphor Lip Repair Stick, Pack of 4
These convenient throat soothers are the perfect stocking stuffer during cold season. The health benefits are also notable, and they're the perfect stocking stuffer for those in your life who speak publically, sing, act, or just like to be more comfo...
Manuka Honey Sticks, 10ct
Whether caused from the antihistamines during cold and allergy seasons or from your potty pills (sorry, that's probably TMI), these lozenges help keep you from choking from dry mouth. Great for singers!
GRETHER'S Dry Mouth Relief
If you have trouble eating vegetables and fruits each day, your digestive system will go on strike. I deal with constipation from my GLP-1, and this is a major part of my plan to stay comfortable. They are affordable, delicious, and effective. Taking...
Amazon Basics Fiber Gummies, 90 Count
If you don't eat iron rich foods (like red meat), you really need to check your iron level. Low iron can make you feel lethargic. One way to find out if it's low if to give blood. The facility will screen you, and if it's low, you'll be turned away. ...
Iron Gummies with B6, B12, C, Zinc, Folate 60ct
This stuff is worth an entire post on my blog. Seriously, I've lived with it and without it, and I know for a fact that my family wants me ON it. It does such a great job keeping me kind and patient instead of being a barracuda. Word to the wise: If ...
Amberen Menopause Supplement - 3 months
This is a highly rated supplement intended to lower bad scholesterol. I'll let you know how it works after my next blood panel.
Emerald Labs Cholesterol Health
This needs to be on every school supply list. I mean it. It just works. I used it regularly on my babies' hair.
Rosemary Spray – Kids Like the Smell, Lice Do Not
Blessedly we haven't had to use this much, but it's effective, and I'm so glad I have it on standby.
BUG BITE THING Suction Tool
It is so convenient and comforting to have these available. By no means can they replace a doctor's visit, but to know your status before you make the trip is beneficial.
50 Strips & Cups 5-in-1 UTI Test Kit
I prefer this to a vaporizer, but the concept is the same. You just need to add some type of menthol or mint essential oil, and it will be about as good as letting the vaporizer send Vicks throughout the room.
Essential Oil Diffuser, Timer, 7 Colors Light
This is much more effective in my opinion than the freezing product.
Compound W Maximum Strength Wart Remover
This is TLC for tired, dry eyes.
Refresh Optive MEGA-3 Lubricant Eye Drops 60ct
Everyone seems to have different side effects from using a GLP-1. Constipation has been a problem for me, and I , like everyone else, had to find the right combination of helpers. This is a major part of my plan to stay comfortable. They are affordab...
Amazon Basics Fiber Gummies, 90 Count
This extra large corded heating pad is weighted, so it provides comfort and relief wherever you need it.