Battling the Boogies *Giveaway*

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As we enter cold and flu season, I’m becoming increasingly vigilant about germs.  Handwashing…check.  Antibacterial gels and wipes…check.  Tylenol and Motrin in case someone DOES get sick…check.  Humidifier…check.  Tissues Boogie Wipes…check!

My son has unfortunately inherited my husband’s fairer, more sensitive skin.  But even if he didn’t have sensitive skin, colds always cause red, raw, irritated noses (even when I’m sick!).  Combine that with the fact that he can’t blow his nose and the result is dry nasal secretions that build and build, keeping his little nose all stuffed up!  Like most toddlers, he absolutely despises when I try to wipe his nose.  You’ll never see a toddler run faster!

A few weeks ago we had an opportunity (should I call it an opportunity if your toddler gets sick?) to try Boogie Wipes. These super soft, scented, saline wipes (alliteration?) are great for cleaning noses and dissolving mucus.  Cold, flu and allergy season are all rapidly approaching, particularly with kids returning to school this fall.  Boogie Wipes are available in Great Grape, Fresh Scent, and Magic Menthol (which is great for stuffy noses).  My son’s favorite is the grape (just make sure your children don’t try to eat them!).  And this mom has been found using them as bottom wipes when she forgets to go to the store for baby wipes.  The wipes are moist and soft, which is great for preventing raw noses or soothing irritation.

As a mom concerned about chemicals in baby and kid’s products, I like to know exactly what is in the products I use on my son.  The wipes are free from alcohol, phthalates, and parabens.   The ingredients used to moisturize little noses include Vitamine E, Aloe, and Chamomile (all very gentle, hypoallergenic, and natural).

A pack of 30 wipes retails for $3.99.  Boogie Wipes are available for purchase at a variety of retailers nationwide.

Win It! One of you will win a Boogie Woogie Gift Basket!  Simply head on over to the site and take a look around.  Come back and leave me a comment with something you learned on the site!  Comments will close on October 10, 2009 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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Battle the Bug With Kleenex…Plus a $50 Visa Card Giveaway!

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Despite the fact that we’re not officially in the midst of cold and flu season, Swine Flu and other viral and bacterial illnesses are very much a presence in our country.  Hand washing and antibacterial gels are a staple in our household.  Here are some facts you may not know about the cold and and flu.

It is estimated that there are more than 125 million workdays missed by parents who stay home with a sick child

One sneeze can spray 100,000 infectious droplets into the air at more than 200 MPH

Cold and flu viruses can live up to 24-hours on hard surfaces and up to 3 hours on your skin

Rhinovirus is most active from late fall, spring and summer

Up to 189 million school days are missed each year due to a cold

If and when you do get sick, you may want to consider the all-new Kleenex Anti-Viral Tissues.  I haven’t tried them yet, but these “super” tissues can actually kill viruses.   Here is a little more information from the site:

• The blue-dotted, moisture-activated layer indicates it’s a Kleenex Anti-Viral Tissue
• Tissues are fragrance free
• The middle layer of Kleenex Anti-Viral Tissues contains active ingredients that kill 99.9% of cold and flu viruses
• They are extremely soft and gentle enough even for small children

Wash your hands before you eat, after you use the bathroom, after you play with a pet and when you come in from playing outdoors

Get a good night’s sleep every night. Sleep can help strengthen the immune system

Dispose of used tissues in the trash as soon as possible