Simple health tips for busy moms
Mothers are the CEO of the home. Organizing
schedules, paying the bills, doing
food shopping, managing pick-ups and
drop-offs, and making sure everyone is healthy is
just part of the job. Unfortunately, because they are
so busy taking care of others, many moms often put
off taking care of themselves or scheduling their
own health appointments.
Making your health a priority can help you stay
healthy and keep illnesses at bay. Here are a few
tips to help:
Sleep consistency
You harp on the kids about the importance of a
good night’s sleep, but when it comes to your own
sleep, it’s often the fi rst thing that’s sacrifi ced. Sleep
deprivation is common among moms for a variety
of reasons. Make it a priority to get 7 or 8 hours of
quality rest each night. Keeping the bedroom quiet,
cool, dark and free from the distractions of devices
such as cell phones and tablets can help you relax
and sleep.
Annual physicals
Just like with your kids, proactively seeing a doctor
every year can help you tackle health issues head
on rather than putting them off until they become a
bigger problem. During wellness visits, your doctor
will use health indicators like weight, blood pressure
and heart rate to screen for common conditions
such as diabetes and heart disease. Doctors
can then recommend treatments to help you stay
healthy and feel your best.
Fill prescriptions
Your doctor’s treatment plan may include a prescription
medication. Doctors advise that it’s important
to fi ll and use the medication as prescribed.
If you are not insured, or if your health insurance
plan doesn’t cover the medication you were prescribed,
you can check a free prescription savings
program called Inside Rx which can help save an
average of 40 percent off brand-name and 80 percent
off retail on generic medications. Eligibility
requirements and a complete list of the medications
offered through the program can be found at
InsideRx.com.
Boost nutrition
You meticulously pack your kids’ lunches, but
when it comes to your own, sometimes you eat
whatever you can grab. Eating well helps fuel the
body and mind, so skip the junk and instead eat
wholesome meals three times a day with healthy
snacks in between. Stock the fridge and pantry
with healthy foods that are easy to eat on the go and
always have nutrient-packed snacks, such as dried
fruit or nuts. Meal planning can help everyone enjoy
healthy homemade foods throughout the week.
These simple tips will help you prioritize health
as you take care of your family, so you can feel your
best today and in the future!
November is National Family Caregivers Month.
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