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Newsflash: It's peak sick season, and I don't think I need to tell you that being sick really sucks.
It sucks even more when you're stuck at home and realize you don't have any of the things you need! Instead of being a whiny baby — or worse, having to drag your germy self to the store to get, like, tissues and tea — buy the most important stuff now so that future you can focus on feeling better ASAP.
1. A box of Pedialyte powder packets to mix with water for when you're feeling really dehydrated.
2. A good, old fashioned hot water bottle that'll warm you up when the chills just won't stop.
3. A bunch of containers of chicken noodle soup, which will fill your stomach and actually help you feel better.
4. A set of popsicle molds that let you freeze up your favorite juice, smoothie, or yogurt for cold, sweet sore throat relief.
5. An ice pack to soothe your achy bones and muscles.
6. A few stainless steel straws that'll let you drink whatever you want without having to reach for your cup every time.
7. A box of Saltines to nibble on for when you really can't keep anything else down.
8. A box of lotion-lined tissues so your nose area doesn't turn into a sandpapery mess.
9. A fancy AF humidifier to keep the air around you nice and ~moist~ for your aching airways.
10. A variety of decaf teas to get you hydrated and make your throat feel better, without drying you out.
11. A ridiculously comfy blanket that'll make staying home sick slightly more bearable than it'd be otherwise.
12. A pair of cozy wool socks that'll keep your feet warm and your body (kinda) happy.
13. A giant pump bottle of hand sanitizer so you don't have to tire yourself out by going to the bathroom to wash your hands.
14. A Neti Pot to rinse out your sinuses so your face doesn't feel like it's made of bricks.
15. A tube of healing ointment to make your chapped nose and/or lips feel as good as new.
16. And a few fun games for your phone/tablet that won't require too much brainpower.
