Three Hacks for Surviving the Nursery Cold and Flu Season

If your little one goes to nursery, you already know how this goes. One runny nose turns into a full household situation in record time. Cold and flu season really does not mess about.

You can’t avoid every bug (sadly), but you can make the season feel less relentless... fewer sick days, quicker recoveries and maybe even a full night’s sleep if the stars align.

Here are three nursery cold and flu season must-haves, with a little Cubbi bonus, because staying well shouldn’t cost a small fortune:

1. Immune-supporting supplements (because nursery germs mean business)

When sleep is broken, stress is high and someone is always coughing, supplements can help support your immune system and fill in a few gaps. Look out for vitamins C, zinc and vitamin D, which can help support normal function of the immune system.

If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, it’s important to check with your doctor, midwife or healthcare professional before starting any new supplements.

Cubbi tip 💡Consistency beats perfection. Keep supplements somewhere obvious (next to the kettle is elite placement) so they become part of the routine, not another thing to remember.

New parent can save on trusted supplement brands like Wild Nutrition, Free Soul, and iHerb through Cubbi.

2. Effective antibacterial cleaning products (your first line of defence)

Those tiny hands touch everything. Toys, door handles, floors… then straight into mouths. Glorious.

During cold and flu season, it’s especially important to use cleaning products with effective antibacterial properties, particularly on high-touch surfaces, to help reduce the spread of germs around the house.

Cubbi tip 💡You don’t need to deep clean daily. Focus on door handles, light switches, toys and phones and you’ll get the biggest impact for the least effort.

With Cubbi you can save on refillable, planet-friendly cleaning products from Bower Collective, which combine antibacterial effectiveness with formulas that are kinder to skin and the environment.

3. Healthy, easy family meals (when cooking feels impossible)

Cold and flu season is peak decision fatigue. When everyone’s tired or under the weather, the last thing anyone wants is a complicated recipe or a sink full of dishes. But, nutritious food helps keep energy levels up and supports recovery, but convenience really matters at this stage of life.

Cubbi tip 💡Meal kits are a lifesaver during chaotic weeks. Use them when needed, and you can always pause when things calm down. Zero pressure and no long-term commitment.

Save on flexible meal kits with Cubbi, from HelloFresh to Gousto, offering family-friendly recipes with minimal prep and no mental load.

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Nursery bugs may be unavoidable, but running on empty all winter doesn’t have to be. A few practical swaps can make a big difference when germs are doing the rounds.

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