Colds typically run through classrooms, so keep an eye on your child's friends and change plans, if needed. Reschedule play dates or sleepovers so your kids reduce their exposure to coughing, sneezing friends. Head off disappointment by helping kids understand how germs spread and reminding them of the importance of staying healthy so they can play in next week's band concert or indoor soccer tournament.

Keep kids' immune systems kicking during cough and cold season by preparing healthy meals with lots of fruits and vegetables. By adding a chewable multivitamin each day, Moms also can help ensure children get needed vitamins.

Clean hands help prevent the spread of cough and cold germs, but kids' daily activities often take them far away from soap and water. Wet Ones^® Antibacterial Hand Wipes provide a quick, easy way to get rid of grime and kill 99.99% of bacteria. Toss them in back packs, lunch bags, the backseat of your car, school lockers – and give a stash to your child's teacher – to keep messy hands clean.

When a cold assault runs through a family, wash your kids' pillowcases and sheets in very hot water – even daily, if you can. And, if your child constantly clutches a blanket or stuffed animal, toss those in, too.

Kids will always lobby for a later bedtime or one last story, but don't give in during cough and cold season. Stick to nap schedules for younger kids and keep bedtimes consistent for older ones. If sleeping proves tough due to nasal congestion, prop kids up with an extra pillow or two at bedtime to sleep in a more upright position.

Moms often find it even more challenging to keep children healthy during holiday or vacation travel times. Taking along Wet Ones^® Antibacterial Hand Wipes offers Moms the opportunity to clean kids' hands frequently.