Hey everyone! Just made this list as I sit here blowing my nose and wishing this sickness would just go away. Let me know what you think! xoxo
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Medications
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This is great for helping with cough and opening sinuses.
Vicks Vaporub
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Tylenol works best for me for reducing my fever and controlling body aches/chills.
Tylenol Extra Strength Caplet Refills, 50-Pack
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Some people have more luck with ibuprofen than Tylenol, some people take Tylenol and then take ibuprofen 2 hours later and keep cycling.
Ibuprofen / Non-aspirin Pain Relievers
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Pretty self explanatory 😅 I love the NyQuil for night time use, helps me sleep more soundly when I'm sick.
Dayquil Nyquil
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Taking immunity gummies regularly can help you fight off colds/illnesses.
Immunity Supplements
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I use cough drops a lot for sore throat and coughing. Different ones are good for different things so pay attention!
Drops : Cough, Cold & Flu Medicine - Target
Comfort
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I add lots of honey to my tea to help my sore throat. It's very soothing!
Honey
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I love a hot cup of chamomile when my throat is hurting
Chamomile Tea
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Ice packs and heating pads can help you regulate your temp better when you're sick.
Head : Ice Packs & Heating Pads - Target
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These help me sleep when I'm having headaches/migraines. It blocks out light.
Sleep Masks
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Maybe this one's a bit silly but when I'm sick I stay in my PJs. They're so comfy and I honestly just don't feel like changing much when I'm sick and struggling.
Comfy Pajamas
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Sometimes all I want when I'm sick is a nice warm relaxing bath. Epsom salts really help to achieve that.
Epsom Salt
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For making tea / other hot drinks :-)
Electric Tea Kettles - Target
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I like to use a small fan when I'm febrile to keep my head cooler. Having the moving air on me helps nausea too!
Powerful Small Fan
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These can help break up mucus and add moisture, relieving some cold and flu symptoms.
Humidifiers - Target
Hygiene / Necessities
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Amazon has some good choices for Neti pots too.
Neti-pot
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I've used this a couple times. I was afraid for a while but it's actually not that bad - and did give me relief. Just make sure to use distilled water!!! This is so important.
NeilMed Sinus Rinse Kit - CVS
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Distilled water for the nasal rinse!!!! This is a MUST!!!!! Using normal tap water can lead to infection.
Distilled Water
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Get a high quality thermometer to keep track of your temp while you're sick. Idk about you, but forehead readers never work for me or my daughter.
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Oral Thermometers
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I hate throwing up as you probably do too... but let's be honest, that doesn't mean it'll never happen. Best to be prepared when it does! I find it much better to puke into a bag than a toilet... I hate putting my face near a toilet 😓
Vomit Bags
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When we're sick, we run through tissues like CRAZY. We prefer puffs plus because they're so soft and less likely to agitate our noses. But in bulk to save $$$!
