Comments on: One Mom’s Guide to Avoiding Swine Flu Naturally

By: Jennifer Sandford

Jennifer Sandford — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:11:00 +0000

This is a fantastic post, it is the most comprehensive advice on this I've seen. Another resource is a guide book written by my doctor, the doctor Martha Stewart had on her show to talk about the top medical tests everyone should have, Dr. Pedre. He is an integrative practitioner, which means he works with a combo of western and alternative treatments. His ebook, the Ultimate Swine Flu Survival Guide gives all the facts on the vaccines and natural cures so everyone can make the decisions right for them. http://www.theultimateswineflusurvivalguide.com/ Good Luck and Good Health everyone!

By: Lorrie

Lorrie — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:06:19 +0000

Great post. I am about 22 weeks pregnant and my mother has really been wanting me to get the vaccine. I have decided against it. We have been giving everyone in our family elderberry juice and immune defense vitamins daily. We also have been praying a lot and trusting the Lord. If I were not pregnant I would probably not be quite as concerned.

By: Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home

Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:56:46 +0000

@1ofeach, That's a great suggestion! Exercise like that is really important, for sure! I would actually love to get a rebounder as we just don't get nearly enough exercise in the winter and the kids would adore it.

By: 1ofeach

1ofeach — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:25:55 +0000

@Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home,
Thank you so much! I like how easy it is to see the responses you leave for us. Is this a new feature?

Oh, and I wanted to tell you something that's on our list: rebouding. We've lived in very small places, but have made room for a rebounder (small trampoline) so our children can get exercise, but more importantly for the lymphatic flush that comes from rebounding. That's part of our immune boosting routine too. Just wanted to let you know, in case you want to add that to your list.

By: Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home

Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:57:38 +0000

@Nola, Nola, we've been using regular hand sanitizer for now, and reserve it only for those times when we just cannot wash our hands and I think it's important. I don't like the ingredients in it, either. But, a commenter above left a link for a sanitizer called Cleanwell. I checked out the site and it looks like a really good alternative, so I think I'm going to order some!

By: Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home

Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:56:26 +0000

@Casey, Thanks for sharing the Dr. Tenpenny link! I heard her speak recently on the radio and was really impressed by the work that she has done looking into vaccines!

By: Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home

Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:55:54 +0000

@Andrea, Andrea, I don't know exactly how the vaccine is passed to a nursing infant through breastmilk. That would definitely be something to research! But generally almost everything a mother consumes or is exposed to makes it to her baby through her milk, so the question is really just what effect, not whether it will have an effect. And I just don't know the answer to that. And I would consider it safe to take Oil of Oregano while breastfeeding, but in a lower dose than you might otherwise. It is potent, for sure.

By: Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home

Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:53:47 +0000

@Sheri, Sheri, I would avoid the vaccine, personally. I think that the likelihood of you both catching the flu, and having it severe enough to harm or kill your baby, is less likely than possible effects from the vaccine. Pregnancy is not the time to be taking vaccinations, especially so early on in pregnancy. I know others will disagree, but that would be my stance on it. I would just play it really safe this season, with where you go, who you're exposed to, and really make sure to eat well and keep your immune system functioning as well as you can!

By: Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home

Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:51:59 +0000

@Sarah, Thanks for that, Sarah. One other commenter said the same thing, so I'm going to do some more research on the use of Echinacea for this particular flu.

By: Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home

Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:51:05 +0000

@Sarah M, Thanks for stressing that important point, Sarah! I completely agree that we should all be more responsible to just keep sick kids away from other kids. It's common sense and it's just being considerate!