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The Ways I Made Hydration a Habit
When I was younger and didn’t have a full understanding of sickle cell, my parents made sure I was aware of the things I had to do to ensure I was as healthy as possible. For example, I knew I had to take my medicine every morning, wrap up and keep warm, and drink a lot of water. Drinking 2 liters of water a day as a 6- or 7-year-old in primary school was a serious challenge, but my parents made it easier by doing the following.
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