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28 Nov

Navigating Mental Health Challenges During the COVID Pandemic

TheMomKind0 CommentsHealth, Mental Healthcoronavirus, covid, mental health

The idea of a pandemic causing the world to shut down and confining everyone to health restrictions is unfathomable. Even as we live through it, it still feels somewhat unreal. Unfortunately, COVID-19 and its dire effects on livelihoods, economies, and mental health are undeniably real. Navigating Mental Health Challenges During the Covid-19 Pandemic From a mental health perspective, the pandemic has been a trigger for many people dealing with mental health challenges. More people in society are now struggling with heightened anxiety, despair, and complicated feelings of grief. As such, healthy coping mechanisms are essential in this season. Here are…

11 May

What You Need to Know About Covering Your Face During a Pandemic

TheMomKind0 CommentsDIY, Health, Lifestylecoronavirus, covid, diy

Are you looking for information on what type of face covering you need during the COVID pandemic? Do you need to know how to make a DIY face mask? Keep reading to find out everything you need to know! The coronavirus pandemic has caused utter chaos around the globe. As lives are at stake, people are doing all they can to protect themselves from the deadly microbe. In addition to washing hands regularly, you need to practice social distancing and wear the appropriate protective gear. Everything You Need to Know About Covering Your Face During a Pandemic Coronavirus spreads through…

23 Apr

Why Your Homemade Hand Sanitizer Might Not Be A Good Idea

TheMomKind0 CommentsDIY, Health, Lifestylecoronavirus, covid, diy, health

Hand sanitizers are a great way to fight germs but only when used correctly. But is homemade hand sanitizer a good idea? Let's look at the reasons it might not be and what you can do to keep yourself safe during the COVID 19 crisis. On January 20th, 2020, The United States recorded its first case of Coronavirus. The disease that is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus quickly spread and was declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization on March 11th. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends repeatedly washing your hands and when you cannot, using…

21 Mar

3 Ways to Take a Vacation Without Leaving Home

TheMomKind0 CommentsKid Stuff, Parentingcoronavirus, parenting tips, travel, travel hacks

Looking for a way to have a family Vacation Without Leaving Home? We all need our breaks from time to time. Vacations are a great way to spend quality time with loved ones, gather our thoughts, and come back refreshed and ready to take on all that life throws at us. It can be upsetting and even stressful when a vacation gets canceled—especially when your child was looking forward to it. However, just because you’re staying home doesn’t mean you can’t have your refreshing getaway. If you had to cancel your trip because of the spread of COVID-19, consider replacing…

16 Mar

Autism and Coronavirus Quarantine – How to Manage the Daily Routine

TheMomKind3 CommentsAutism, Special Needs, Special Needs Parentingautism parenting, autism resource, coronavirus

What should you do with your child with Autism who has to go into a coronavirus quarantine or stay in place order? Do you have a plan for your autistic children during the midst of this COVID19 outbreak? Keep reading to help you through these uncharted waters. Schools everywhere are shutting down for weeks at a time, some until next school year. Even those that don't have this issue yet, the coronavirus is causing many families to take voluntary self-quarantine measures. For children with Autism, the covid19 quarantine measures are a drastic change from their daily routine. Combine that with necessities…