As the back-to-school season kicks off, ensure your child is ready with a collection of essential items that support their comfort, health, and organization. Dramamine is a must-have for long bus rides or field trips, offering relief from motion sickness with options like the Original Formula and the new Advanced Herbals™ Ginger Chews. Mabel’s Labels can help ease separation anxiety and prevent lost items with their Textured Sensory Labels. The Keep Going First Aid Kit is perfect for unexpected bumps and scrapes during school sports and activities. PowKids provides essential nutrients with their protein powders, while Moon Fruit Snacks offer a healthy, tasty treat. For comfort, Fig for Kids’ organic undergarments are soft and chemical-free. Enhance schoolwork with Noted!’s 2-in-1 Pen and Highlighters, and stay prepared for lice with Nix’s prevention and treatment products. These must-have items will help your child stay organized, healthy, and ready for a successful school year.
Dramamine
Whether heading off to a field trip or traveling to a sports competition, long bus rides can be a challenge for students prone to motion sickness. Dramamine is an essential item to include in your back-to-school kit for those extended journeys.
Dramamine’s Original Formula provides effective relief from motion sickness, ensuring students can focus on their destination rather than feeling queasy. For those who prefer a non-drowsy option, Dramamine also offers a less drowsy formula, perfect for staying alert during travel.
Additionally, the new Advanced Herbals™ Ginger Chews are a great choice for students. These chews are individually wrapped, making them convenient to pack and easy to take during the ride. With a natural ginger extract and a pleasant lemon-honey-ginger flavor, they help soothe nausea without causing drowsiness. $10. dramamine.com
Textured Sensory Labels from Mabel’s Labels
Help ease your child’s back-to-school anxiety with the new Textured Sensory Labels from the parent-loved brand Mabel’s Labels! These personalized name labels feature textured surfaces and playful designs that engage little hands, keeping them focused and reducing the chance of lost items. Choose from 8 fun designs, with each sheet containing 3 large labels. $19 and up. mabelslabels.com
Keep Going First Aid Kit
School sports and after school activities are no match for the handy, compact Keep Going First Aid Kit! From burn relief to bandages, your child will be ready for anything! TSA approved, the lightweight kit is packaged in an organized, stylish water & stain-resistant case for at home, school or on-the-go.
Created by a mom of four for parents, travel and adventure loving families, the Keep Going First Aid Kit is an essential for the entire family. Four kits are available, including the SuperKit (270 pieces), NEW Adult GoKit (130 pieces), GoKit (130 pieces), NEW MiniKit (60 pieces) and KidsKit (44 pieces). A variety of stylish, trendy patterns and colors are available. The kits can be found on the website and on Amazon.com. $14.99 and up. keepgoingfirstaid.com
PowKids
Gear up for back-to-school with PowKids! Created by a Registered Dietitian and Chemist, PowKids provides essential nutrients tailored for growing children. Available in Clear Protein in Passionberry and Chocolate, each variety contains 18g of organic grass-fed whey protein and no added sugar. Plus, added choline supports brain development, helping to keep your kids fueled and focused throughout their busy days. Simply mix 1 scoop with 4-6 oz of milk or juice, shake, and enjoy. For more recipes, vist the website. $39.99. PowKidsHealth.com
Moon Fruit Snacks
Naturally sweet with a delicious big crunch, Moon Fruit Snacks are out of this world! With 1/3 cup of whole fruit per serving, the snacks are bursting with flavor and offer an easy, healthy snack choice for families. Three delightful flavors include Straw-Bana, Blended Berry Blast, and Apple Cinnamon… and a new flavor debuting soon! Moon Fruit contains no added sugar, no artificial preservatives, no artificial colors, and no artificial flavors. $11.69 for 2-box set. moonfruitsnacks.com
Fig for Kids
This new collection of organic undergarments is designed for growing bodies, featuring incredibly soft, breathable, and tagless fabrics with an enclosed waistband. Made from Certified Organic Cotton, Fig for Kids underwear is free from harmful chemicals like PFAS, Formaldehyde, Lead, and Phthalates, ensuring safety and comfort.
The collection includes boxer briefs, briefs, hipster underwear, and classic camis in fun prints such as leopards, flowers, robots, and sharks, all created by independent female-run studios in Brooklyn. Available in sizes 2-12, Fig for Kids provides the perfect combination of style and durability for a great school year. $15 and up. FigforKids.com.
Noted! 2-in-1 Micro Fine Tip Pen and Highlighters
Is it a pen or a highlighter? With this 2-in-1 pen and highlighter, it’s both! Featuring a micro-fine pen tip and a chisel-tip highlighter, you can switch between writing and highlighting with ease. The set includes six pastel-colored dual-tip pens, each with an inspiring message like “write kind words.” Perfect for note-taking, studying, or anytime you need a bit of motivation, these versatile tools are a must-have for class and beyond! $14.95. ooly.com
Nix
September is National Lice Prevention Month—be prepared! With the new CDC policy not requiring kids with lice to stay home, it’s essential to be prepared. A recent Nix study found 66% of parents are unaware of this change, and 28% have hidden a lice diagnosis in the past.
Protect against lice with Nix® Lice Prevention Daily Leave-In Spray, which conditions and detangles hair while repelling super lice. Available individually or in a kit with Nix Ultra® Lice Treatment All-in-One Shampoo. Find it on Amazon, at Walgreens, CVS and other retailers. nixlice.com
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