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Kids And Carsickness. Ugh.
Little kids are prone to carsickness. Not all of them (thank goodness), but some, and it’s important to know the symptoms so that you can head off disaster. When your otherwise healthy child is riding in a car and is pale, beading up with a bit of sweat. complaining of nausea or simply cranky, yawning a lot, and of course most evident, vomiting, then chances are he or she is experiencing motion sickness. The problem is, small children aren’t tall enough to see the horizon while sitting in a moving car, so their eyes tell them they’re not moving, but their bodies know that they are doing so. That contradictory feeling trips the nausea trigger in them and they feel carsick (motion sickness). If you know your children are prone to carsickness, it may help to feed them some crackers and water or other nonsugary beverage before getting in the car. Getting something in their tummies helps with the nausea. Keep cool air blowing on the children’s faces, and don’t let them focus on books or electronic games. It’s better if they listen to music or a story rather than stare at fixed objects in the car. If symptoms persist, stop the car and let the kids walk about, get a drink of water, and have a light snack. There are medications to counter motion sickness in children, but always check with the child’s provider before administering anything. If you have any tips for other parents, please share in the comments! Image courtesy of flickr/raissaviza
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The Road And You And ReliefBand
Sometimes, driving back winding roads is exactly where you want to be. Image courtesy Viktor Hanacek
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Hop Aboard, It’s Fun!
We can help you conquer motion sickness so that you can enjoy the ride! Image courtesy of flickr/locosteve
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Motion Sickness Remedies
Many people love to travel. You say, “Let’s go to . . . “ and their bags are packed before you finish the sentence. Some of us are not so eager. You start talking about a trip, we get clammy just thinking of the car/plane/train ride. Motion sickness isn’t funny or fun, but there are ways we can combat that awful feeling and enjoy the journey as well as the destination. In addition to ReliefBand, there’s a prescription patch (scopolamine) that works well for many, but it can’t be used on kids. For children, Dramamine or Benadryl may help. Ginger or peppermint can reduce the symptoms of nausea, and keeping your face pointed toward fresh air is beneficial. Nothing works 100 percent of the time for everyone. But, with ReliefBand and the other products and suggestions mentioned here, you have a good chance of finding something that works. Don’t let motion sickness keep you at home. Get out there and enjoy the world! Image courtesy of flickr/swong95765
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Ski Sickness? You Bet!
Did you know that some downhill skiers report experiencing motion sickness? Yup. It’s called, appropriately, ski sickness. It seems to be more common on days when visibility is limited, such as in foggy or near whiteout conditions. Wearing ski boots and skis changes the way our bodies relate to or feel the ground, which also contributes to the problem. A lot of little things need to come together to create ski sickness – it’s not a common event. Chances are you won’t be afflicted with this type of motion sickness, but perhaps it’s best to take your ReliefBand with you to the mountains, just in case. Click here for more info on ski sickness. Image courtesy of flickr/dylwalters
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Life Is Fun Upside Down
What is life without a little upside down in it? Image courtest of flickr/evilerin
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Motion Sickness Is Not Fun
Motion sickness is the sweaty, clammy, dizzy, feeling you get when what you see doesn’t match up with what your inner ear is sensing. Those uncomfortable feelings are sometimes followed by nausea and vomiting. People prone to motion sickness do not like riding on boats or trains, or in planes or cars. And they don’t like amusement park rides. Pretty much anything that moves while they’re on it can be a problem. Some people who suffer from motion sickness even get queasy on an escalator. If you’re too familiar with these symptoms, you should wear a ReliefBand next time you venture forth. Bet you’ll be happy when your motion sickness is a no-show! Image courtesy of flickr/gvgoebel
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