113 | How to be Prepared For Tick Season

Tick season is here, and if your family loves spending time outdoors like mine does, this episode is one you don’t want to miss. After walking through Lyme Disease with my own son, I’ve become much more intentional about tick prevention—not out of fear, but out of preparation. In this episode, I’m sharing practical, natural ways to help protect your family, what to do if you find a tick, and the signs you don’t want to ignore.In this episode we cover:Why tick awareness mattersLyme Disease and Alpha-Gal Syndrome are becoming increasingly common, and understanding the risks helps us stay proactive—not fearful.My family’s Lyme Disease storyI share our personal experience navigating my son’s Lyme diagnosis and why learning about prevention became so important to me.Natural ways to repel ticksWe talk about essential oil bug sprays, natural repellents, and tick-repelling stickers or patches that can add an extra layer of protection.What to wear outdoors to lower riskSimple clothing choices can make a big difference when hiking, exploring wooded areas, or spending time in tall grass.How to naturally treat your backyardFrom natural yard sprays and cedar products to keeping grass maintained—and even backyard chickens—there are several ways to help reduce tick habitats.The family tick-check routineLearn where ticks love to hide, how to do a quick but thorough body check, and why timing matters when coming inside.What to do if you find a tick biteProper removal, cleaning the area, saving the tick for identification or testing, and understanding which ticks carry which diseases.Signs of Lyme Disease to watch forThe bullseye rash is not the only symptom. We discuss early warning signs, what I personally would do after a bite, and when it may be worth seeking additional medical support.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:• Natural bug sprays and Repelling Stickers• Yard treatment options like Cedarcide and Wondercide• Tick removal tools• Tick identification and testing resources: see this blog post.You can find the full resource list on my website here. If this episode helped you, share it with a friend or tag me on Instagram so I can see you’re listening! 🌿New Resource: Breast Health Guide - dailywellnesscommunity.com/breast-health-guide→ Please take 1 minute to show your support of the show!  Apple Podcasts: Sign in and scroll to the bottom to review!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-wellness-podcast/id1651051841Spotify: Leave a rating and follow the show! (Click on the 3 dots.) https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melisha-meredithYouTube: Subscribehttps://www.youtube.com/@DailyWellnessCommunity-podcastConnect with Melisha and the Daily Wellness Communityinstagram.com/dailywellnesscommunity/facebook.com/dailywellnesscommunityWebsite: dailywellnesscommunity.comEmail us at: [email protected] products I mention may be affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through one of my links. Our family greatly appreciates your support, it helps us keep creating the free resources we make for you all!DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.