Stomach bug survival kit

Stomach bugs move through a house in days. Hydration and laundry are the whole game.

When this is useful: Keep this stocked from late fall through spring, when norovirus circulates.

These are everyday supplies parents tell us they like to have on hand, not medical advice. Nothing here diagnoses or treats anything. Always follow your pediatrician's guidance, and check labels for your child's age and weight.

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• Oral rehydration solution

  Plain water is not enough when a child is losing fluids fast.

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• Electrolyte freezer pops

  Often the only thing a nauseated child will take.

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• Sick-day bucket with a lid

  One per child, by the bed.

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• Waterproof mattress protector

  Saves the mattress, and saves you at 3am.

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• Bleach-based surface cleaner

  Norovirus survives ordinary cleaners. Check the label says it works on it.

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• Disposable gloves

  For the cleanup, so it does not go round the house twice.

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• Extra sheets and towels

  Two spare sets means you are not running laundry at midnight.

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• Plain crackers and broth

  The first thing that usually stays down.

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