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family affairs:
anyone with kids knows that keeping your family organized is an ongoing challenge. Reducing the clutter in your home and getting more organized will keep your family life running smoothly. An organized family and family schedule is a big stress reducer too. Whatever area of your home and family life is in disarray read on for tips to help you deal with it.

family first aid:
Whether it’s a rash, hives, bee sting or mosquito bite, having a well-stocked, family-friendly first aid kit in your home and each of your vehicles is essential. First aid kits are easy to make, inexpensive and are useful in so many situations.

As with most organizing projects, planning is the key! Your supplies must be fully stocked as well as assembled and stored in a convenient and safe location. You can keep your kit in a shoe box, a plastic tote, an old backpack or even a Ziploc bag. The important thing is that everything is together in one place and your family knows where it is when they need it.
Here are some ideas of what to have in your kit:
Adhesive tape
Antacid
Antibacterial ointment
Anti-diarrhea medication
Bandage strips in a variety of sizes
Blankets
Children's strength liquid decongestant
Children's strength liquid ibuprofen (not aspirin)
Cotton pads and cotton swabs
Digital thermometer
Gauze pads, sterile
Heating pad
Hot-water bottles
Hydro-cortisone cream
Hydrogen peroxide Ice pack
Index card with the name and phone number of your family doctor/pediatrician and other emergency contact information
Insect repellent
Latex gloves
Nasal spray
Needle
Oral syringe for liquid medicines
Rubbing alcohol
Sharp Scissors
Safety pins
Sunscreen; SPF 25 or more
Tweezers
Once you have your kit(s) together, it is important to go through them regularly to check for expired medication and to replenish your supply. Keep this kit with you on all your family vacations and you will be ready for whatever comes your way!

organize your teen:
If you have a teen or pre-teen, you may want to look at the book "Organizing your Teens from the Inside Out" By Julie Morgenstern. It will show you everything you need to know to motivate your teens to get organized and stay organized. You can even preview the book on line (just click below).
Whether your teen has a few piles or lives in a jungle of clutter, there is something for them to learn from this book.
Check it out today!

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