some interesting info.

Billy recently saw an allergist and found out that he's pretty allergic to dust mites....quite common, but he does have a significant reaction. They provided him with some interesting info. on how to deal with these allergens in your home, and i thought i'd share some of it with you!

First of all it's not the mite itself that causes the reaction....ok this is a bit gross....it's the fecal matter from them, and the decomposing bodies of dead mites....and you guessed it...your bed is the worst carrier, second runner up - carpets.

So - there are companys out there like "Allergy Control" - that offer complete top of the line, encasing kits. They come with "Cases" for your boxspring, mattress, comforter, and pillows. It is quite important that you go with a good company...which does mean a bit of money - but your health is worth it. Company's such as this, also sell natural mite killers that you can sprinkle on, and then vacuum up - to help destroy the population. In reasearching, shampooing your carpet is probably the worst thing you can do, as the mites preferr dark, damp conditions. YUCK HU???
Vacuums make a big difference too.... a must for allergy sufferers...as the traditional, or ones without a hepa filter, do not have anything to catch the microscopic "poo" and mites that are small enough to come right through your vacuum bag or filter... so basically vacuuming without one with at least a hepa filter, is like spraying down your home with mite sh*t.... sorry just seemed the perfect way to express it! lol

here's what to look for in your vacuum...

• hepa filter


• replacement bag model is best - and look for one with the clean air seal so dust is locked in, and doesn't spray out when changing the bag


• canister is better than upright (they're suction is stronger and can get under beds!!)

again, a bit of a cost - some very, very costly...$1,000+ actually!!!! I did a bunch of research, and found the three top names seem to be... Sebo, Meile, and Electrolux.

We have ordered the bed encasing kit from the allergy control co. , and this model Electrolux which is usually seen for $499 - and I found it for $338! Worth looking around!

***Electrolux EL7020B Oxygen 3 Ultra Canister Vacuum***

So as we wait for our new items...both Billy and I are kind of grossed out lol!!! and also very hopeful that these new additions, will knock down his reactions, and utlimately give his immune system a break, or at least full functioning to fight the nasty little germs the kids bring home!

Will let you know what we think of the products, and jot me an email if you want any further info!

Lastly will leave you with a family photo from my friend Kelly's session I did last week... i love it...her final copy is cropped just a bit, to get rid of the top right corner...