One area that has not been covered in preparing your emergency kits is personal supplies. These items can help you to be more comfortable in a shelter or during an emergency. They can also help promote better hygiene and sanitation practices.
You will want to pack personal hygiene supplies for yourself and your family. These items will include toothpaste, toothbrushes, hairbrushes, and pony tail holders. You will also want to include soap, shampoo, and deodorant. You may want to include the daily facial clothes, which you can purchase, because they are an easy way to clean your face. Wet wipes are another great tool to help promote personal hygiene. Do not forget to pack feminine hygiene products.
You will also want to include sun block and bug repellant with your kit. These can prove very important, especially if you are outside all day. You will also want to pack ChapStick and aloe to help with any sunburn that you may receive. Packing an anti-itch cream is also helpful. Lotion can be helpful if you are in a dry climate.
You will want to make sure that you pack a trash bag or two to collect the waste that you will create as you use your kits. This will include the trash from the containers storing your food. You will also want to include dish soap to clean the mess kits you have included in your kits.
A few luxury items you may consider include a small mirror. If you feel you need make up on to go out in public you will want to include that as well. You may want to include any other items, which you use on a regular basis. Be sure that the items you choose are small and compact. You do not want to add a lot of weight from your make up kit or other luxury items.
You may also want to include a special treat for your children for each day. This can help lessen the stress they are feeling in this situation. Keep a positive attitude and it will greatly benefit your children.