In this essential episode, Nurse Alice and her expert guests provide critical guidance for parents and adults navigating the challenges of remote work, distance learning, and the ongoing global pandemic. The discussion focuses on practical tips to protect your family’s physical and mental well-being during extended time at home.
Featuring:
- Dr. Staci Carey-Thompson, MD (Dr. Stacy) (Board Certified Pediatrician and Child Advocate)
- Dr. Sam Price, ND (Dr. Sam) (Licensed Concierge Naturopathic Physician, Sleep Medicine Expert)
Key Topics Covered:
- Structure and Routine: Dr. Stacy emphasizes the importance of maintaining a consistent daily routine for children, incorporating dedicated time for learning, water breaks (hydration!), and unstructured play to maintain normalcy and reduce stress [05:27].
- Screen Time and Eye Health: Learn about the dangers of blue light on sleep and the retina (macular degeneration). The doctors recommend modifying device settings and following the 20/20/20 rule to prevent eye strain during long hours of screen time [23:08].
- Posture and Ergonomics: Get practical, no-cost tips for setting up a home workspace for children and adults, focusing on the 90-90-90 rule to protect joints and prevent neck/back pain, especially since prolonged sitting has become the norm [21:13].
- Boosting Immunity Naturally: Dr. Sam shares her holistic approach to immune support, including:
- Hydration: Drinking half your body weight in ounces of water daily [08:11].
- Stress Management: Using Alternate Nostril Breathing (pranayama) to calm the nervous system [16:11].
- Supplements: Recommendations for Elderberry, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C (including how to find your customized “bowel tolerance” dose) [17:07].
- The Emotional Toll: The experts address the mental and emotional impact of the pandemic, including boredom and emotional eating, and offer strategies for parents to bond with their children and encourage physical activity (like creating obstacle courses or joining virtual activities) [34:27].
