Friday 02 February

Feeling Groovy, We Hope

My first child, I'm fortunate to say, is healthy as a horse. But my second child: Ear infections up the wazoo. Even though there wasn't a ton of medical info to keep track of, especially compared with children with real illnesses, there are many times I wish I'd written down what that Motrin dosage was or which antibiotic had her spewing fluids from both ends.

Karen Melnick, a health professional, photographer, and mom three times over, has created Your Child's Health and Wellness Record, which is just as it sounds--a place help you keep track of all that medical stuff for personal reference. It not only has a place for every last detail concerning both routine and emergency medical care, but the companion binder is a great way to organize all those papers you're always shoving in your diaper bags after doctor visits.

Plus, it looks good. With a hard cover and beautiful black and white photography by the author, the book won't be an eyesore on the bookshelf--something you can't say about spiral notebooks.

Whether your children only see the doctor for annual checkups or the whole family is on a first-name basis with the entire nursing staff, it's always a good idea to keep your story straight. For your benefit and theirs. - Julie

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