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There are so many aspects of winter that I enjoy…warm drinks (like hot chocolate and winter dream tea lattes), snuggling on the couch with my hubby and 2 kidlets, and breaking out my Uggs. What don’t I like about winter? Germs…colds…flus…bugs! Fortunately, I’m very diligent about handwashing and avoiding places where germs congregate. My son doesn’t get sick often, but when he does, getting him to eat or drink is nearly impossible.
We keep a supply of Pedialyte at home for those times when my son has a fever or doesn’t want to drink fluids. Many pediatricians recommend the use of an oral electrolyte solution like Pedialyte to prevent dehydration, particularly when a child is experiencing vomiting or diarrhea. Pedialyte helps restore the body’s potassium, sodium, and chloride minerals. While it may seem like any liquid would be effective when a child is sick, Pedialyte is formulated to contain the appropriate ratios of carbohydrates and electrolytes so that fluid is absorbed and dehydration does not worsen.
Pedialyte recently introduced their Powder Packs, perfect for when you’re away from home. You simply mix one pack with 8 ounces of water for fluid replacement. The Powder Packs are available in Fruit Punch, Grape, Apple, and Strawberry.
Fortunately, we have not had to use these so far this season. However, I think that moms should keep these in her purse or diaper bag. In my experience, sickness is not “planned” or expected. So having a few packets on hand will ensure your child gets hydrated quickly.
Pedialyte Powder Packs are available at grocery stores and drug stores nationwide.
Win It! FIVE of you will win a one year supply of Pedialyte Powder Packs. Simply leave me a comment with something interesting you found on the site. Comments will close on January 21, 2010 at 10 PM PST. One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.
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Kelly Deaton says
I learned that all of the Pedialyte products (including Pedialyte liquid products and Pedialyte Freezer Pops) are considered to be clear liquids and would be appropriate on a clear liquid diet.
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Kristy says
I learned that they now carry freezer pops!
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Marci says
Pedialyte contains a balance of sugars, fluid, and electrolytes recommended by experts.
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Nadia @ ABC Frugality says
I learned that they now carry freezer pops! My daughter loves these.
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Nancy S says
Think it’s interesting how the site shows you how to demonstrate dehydration with a celery stalk and colored liquid.
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Jen Eason says
I learned that dehydration can make your sick child feel even worse
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Wehaf says
Pedialyte contains the quantity and ratio of sugars (dextrose and fructose) and minerals (electrolytes) recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
cherice says
I learned that if other fluids are added, the quantities and ratios of electrolytes and sugars per volume may be altered, making the product less effective. Thanks for the chance.
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Amber says
I learned they have freezer pops! Perfect for TX summers!!!
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Sarah says
I love how pedialyte gave the idea of using celery to demonstrate deyhdration. My 3 yr old sons asks about it, and its hard to explain. I will use that idea next time. This is a great giveaway. I hope I win for my boys. My 3 yr old gets very sick atleast once every winter. We use pedialyte alot in this house!!!
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molomatic says
I found out that Freezer Pops are a fun way to help
older kids feel better. I bet my little gal would like these!
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Autumn B. says
they have a multitude of ways that you can use it – freezer pops, drinks, etc!
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Emily R. says
The Freezer Pops are a great idea! Those would be great if your child also had a sore throat.
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Thao says
I learned that you can explain dehydration using pedialyte and a celery stalk. This helps kids understand their body’s reaction to no fluids.
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Mary Self says
I would like to win these just in case my great neice, Addyson, gets sick, again…
nan lara says
their site says that reg juices or sport drinks contain sugar which will probably make the childs diarrhea worse
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michelle robbins says
You can also get them in freezer pops.
Khrys says
I just brought the powder packs and some freezer pops. I think the powder kinds taste alot better. I didn’t realize the powder packs are not recommend for anyone younger than one yr old.
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Deb says
I didn’t know that “drinks containing too much sugar may make diarrhea worse”.
Jill says
I learned that they post kids coloring sheets and activities on the page. Very handy!
Linda M. says
I learned a loy! I’m sorry to say that I didn”t know that sports drinks with all their suagr can make the dehydration worse. I’m glad I read all that!
Linda M. says
I’m happy to subscribe to your newsletter via my yahoo address. But I’m not happy that I can’t type or spell today! I surely know how to spell “lot” and “sugar”…………..I hope I’m not getting sick……….
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Laura DeLuca says
Pedialyte Freezer Pops are a cool way to
provide your child the fluid and electrolytes
needed to help prevent dehydration
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Would love to win this!!
Michele says
Thank you for the giveaway. Pedialyte contains a balance of sugars, fluid, and electrolytes recommended by experts.
Michelle says
I had no idea that Pedialyte came in powder packs. This would be so convienent if you were somewhere that you needed them and you needed them right away.
kristy says
I learned that the website has some fun printable activities
Ale Oliver says
available in powder, freezer, liter, singles
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jen says
I didn’t know that they had freezer pops …great idea!
Lisa H says
Its available in powder, freezer, liter, singles and considered a clear liquid.
Brian says
I learned why is it NOT a good idea to mix Pedialyte with other fluids which can alter the balance of electrolytes and sugars.
lilshuga2001 says
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THEY NOW CARRY FREZER POPS!
HOW AWESOME IS THAT!! 🙂
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ReggieMann says
Household beverages, such as sports drinks, sweetened sodas or juices with too much sugar may make diarrhea worse. When sugar levels are too high, your body tries to dilute the sugar by drawing water from the blood stream into the intestine, which then causes diarrhea
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karen says
Dehydration causes our bodies to become out of balance. With dehydration, more water is moving out of our bodies than we’re taking in through drinking. When the body loses too much water it can no longer function efficiently.
Thanks.
Molly K says
I learned that Potassium, sodium and chloride are minerals known as electrolytes. In the body, they are vital for proper cell function and growth. And when you get dehydrated the body is unbalanced.
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molomatic says
I blogged about you giveaway, thanks!
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Katrina says
I learned that:
Serve cold
Have your child take small sips from a cup
Serve in a cup with a straw
Not for use with children under 1 year of age.
Melissa Barnes says
i love how there are pedialyte freezer pops – i think my kids would totally eat those easier than drinking the fluid – thanks for the giveaway
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Deanna Diebler says
I learned they have freezer pops.
susan says
They carry freezer pops.. this is what I learned. This is great my child would love a freezer pop!
susan smoaks says
Why dehydration is a problem
Dehydration causes our bodies to become out of balance. With dehydration, more water is moving out of our bodies than we’re taking in through drinking. When the body loses too much water it can no longer function efficiently.
Dehydration can make your sick child feel even worse. If your child has both diarrhea and continued vomiting, dehydration can become dangerous even more quickly
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Melanie says
Its the #1 pediatrician recommended brand
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Lance Pearson says
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i found out they have freezer pops and they would be very useful here because my daughter won’t drink the liquid
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Sheila Hickmon says
I learned that they have freezer pops!
Thanks!
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celia says
Pedialyte has come in handy many times! Sports drinks containing too much sugar may make diarrhea worse!
Tracy says
I read that other drinks commonly have too much sugar and can make diarrhea worse!
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Frances Watson says
I would love to win this thanks for the chance
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Gianna says
Pedialyte contains the quantity and ratio of sugars (dextrose and fructose) and minerals (electrolytes) recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. This precise balance of sugar and electrolytes makes Pedialyte effective in the management and treatment of diarrhea with or without vomiting.
Lily Kwan says
I learned that Pedialyte contains the quantity and ratio of sugars (dextrose and fructose) and minerals (electrolytes) recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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dawn says
I learned that all of the Pedialyte products (including Pedialyte liquid products and Pedialyte Freezer Pops) are considered to be clear liquids and would be appropriate on a clear liquid diet.
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