Rest Time Ideas

Ok, so we all know about the two hour rest period you gotta take after your OIT dose. Increasing your heart rate and body temperature means increasing your risk of reactions and that’s definitely something to avoid.

But, 2 hours???? OIT was supposed to make my life less complicated, not more complicated!

Hey, don’t worry, I got you. Here are my favorite ways to spend
OIT rest time.

#1. Homework

I know, I know, kind of a boring one to start off on. But hear me out. Sticking something like homework or checking email in that rest time turns a two hour interruption into a two hour block of productivity.

#2. Puzzles

Open a jigsaw puzzle, invite a friend, throw on an audiobook, and bam. Two hours gone like that. It’s absorbing but restful and gives your hands something to do. If puzzles aren’t your jam, try crafting or building that really cool LEGO set you’ve had your eye on.

#3. Reading

If you’re a bookworm like me, you know that in a busy life, the time to read either doesn’t exist or is stolen from things like laundry and going to bed on time. Well, now you have a bona fide excuse to curl up with a blanket and a good book and NOT run around.

#4. Game night

Playing some board or card games with family can be a wonderful way to bond and create memories while resting after a dose. But be warned. Depending on your family’s level of competitiveness, this may not be the most effective method for avoiding raising your heart rate. Just saying.

#5. Movies

The doctor told you to chill, just add the Netflix and you’re good to go with America’s favorite pastime. If you want to make this time productive, watch classic old movies you haven’t seen before or a documentary you’ve always wanted to watch.