Nurse's Reed's Health Blog

Hello Cambridge Families, Hope you are all having a peaceful day! I'm wondering if everyone is getting a good night's sleep? Having a bedtime ritual is such an important part of helping your body recognize it's time to sleep so it can relax. Today's post is a list of ways to help you sleep better. Find the link for an animated bedtime story at the bottom of the post. It's a story you can watch or just listen to so your body knows it's time for bed. 1. Set up a regular bedtime routine with a story and a quiet chat. 2. Relax before bedtime by reading a book, listening to gentle music or practicing deep breathing. 3. Keep regular sleep and wake times to help keep your child’s body clock in a regular pattern. 5. Make sure your child feels safe at night by avoiding scary TV shows, movies, and computer games 6. Check noise and light in your child’s bedroom. A quiet, dimly lit space is important for good sleep. Avoid blue lights from televisions, pho...

                                                      Hello Cambridge Families, This post is a list of resources that can be used for concerns around personal/family safety. It also lists who to call if you're feeling sick or if you need help with housing or food. It includes the phone numbers of emergency services and information on how to stay healthy.  Please know I am also available for any health questions or concerns at sreed@cesvt.net or 521-5619.  Your health and safety is very important  to me. Emergency Services             911             Mobile Crisis Team 888.8888             Text Line 741741 Safety        ...

I n these unprecedented times boosting our immune system has never been so important. Here is list of  tips and tricks a list on how to remain at your healthiest during this time. Not only is nutrition important, but having a lifestyle that is balanced with physical activity and good sleep practices will help you remain healthy.    6 Immunity-Boosting Vitamins and Minerals    Good nutrition practices are key to a strong immune system.  According to the Cleveland Clinic , people should try not to rely on supplements (unless medically necessary). Rather, we should all try to get our daily dose of vitamins and minerals directly from food sources.    Here is a list of important, immune-boosting vitamins and minerals and the foods in which they may be found:   o    Vitamin A – think orange! Carrots, squash and of course … oranges!  o ...

Good morning Cambridge Families,         Today is Thursday, March 26th. It's supposed to be partly cloudy with a chance of rain in the early evening. So you'll have plenty of time in between online class work to get outside and play. I'd love to hear to hear from you! Email me at sreed@cesvt.net or call #521-5619 to share what you've been doing this week to stay healthy. I've attached a yoga video that will keep you moving and healthy. A Cosmic Kids Yoga Adventure

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Good Morning Cambridge Families! Wow this weather was unexpected! Hoping along with all the online activities you're doing with your teachers and classmates, you are not forgetting how important exercise is! Today is a perfect day to get bundled up in your snow gear and go outside to play in the snow! We are so lucky to live in a beautiful place like Vermont where we have lots of fresh air! Thinking about you. Let's stay connected!

Washing your hands is the most important thing we can do to stay healthy! Nurse Reed washes her hands

Hello Cambridge Families! Boy do we miss you! The school feels so empty without you! During our school closure, it's important we stay connected! I want to know how you are doing and what you’re doing to stay healthy. Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns. I can be reached at # 521-5619 or by email at sreed@cesvt . You can even visit me daily on my CES health blog! My blog will focus on things like today's post, the proper way to wash hands or how to get a good night’s sleep - habits that will keep you healthy. I’ll also be sharing names of Community Resources such as 2-1-1 Vermont. 2-1-1 is one of many websites that has information and resources to help you improve and maintain health and wellbeing. Check out my hand washing video below  Look forward to staying connected. Stay healthy, Nurse Reed hand washing