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Thanks to recent world events, we have all taken steps to protect the health needs of our families. Cleanliness and hygiene have taken precedence in our homes and we have done our best to advise our children and older family members on better ways to care for themselves during the pandemic.
Still, there is much more we can do to care for our family’s health needs and we give a few examples below. Consider each of our suggestions and then take the appropriate next steps if you haven’t done so already.
#1: Learn how to provide first aid
You don’t need to be a doctor or a nurse to apply a bandage. And you don’t always need to wait for an ambulance before applying any kind of first aid to a family member. If you are equipped with a few basic skills, you will be able to do what you can yourself, even if you do have to call on a medical professional to finish what you started. So, take a first aid course if you haven’t already. You will learn how to treat burns and wounds, give CPR, manage fractures, and a myriad of other things. Visit MyCPR NOW for some examples or sign up for courses within your local community.
#2: Encourage regular exercise
If your family prefers to sit at home on their various devices instead of taking part in exercise, then their wellbeing is obviously at risk. Physical activity is recommended for all who are able, from the youngest to the oldest members of your family, so remind them of the health risks of an inactive lifestyle. Do something with them each day, even if it’s just walking around the neighborhood with the family dog. And on a weekend, plan fun things to do, such as games in the park, family walks on the beach, or any sport that you could all do together.
#3: Make an effort to cook healthy meals
You already know that healthy eating is important but if you’re super-busy, it might be that you neglect this aspect of your family’s health needs. Microwave meals and takeout foods could be your preferred style of catering if you don’t have time to cook in the kitchen. And if members of your family are picky eaters, you might give up on the idea of healthy eating in favor of giving them whatever they ask for. If you’re relating to what we’re saying, know that you’re not alone. However, make an effort you must, so take a look at these quick and easy healthy recipes and pick out the foods your family will like.
#4: Let your family talk about their feelings
Children as young as 3 are said to suffer from mental health issues, and senior citizens can also experience mental health problems due to loneliness and grief. It’s for this reason that you should give your family time to talk about how they are feeling. In some cases, mental health issues can be alleviated or prevented if feelings and worries are allowed to be shared. You will also have reason to seek out professional help if you pick up on any mental health problems your family might be having, so this is another reason why talking should be encouraged.
Take care and thanks for reading!
