As cold and flu season is fast approaching in another Covid 19 pandemic; you may want to stock up on the health care items that you may need for your growing family. When taking care of our own health or the health of our children you can first look to natural remedies. However, while nature has many answers for ills and ails we cannot rule out the wonders of modern day medication for certain illnesses. So here goes a list of items you may consider having on hand for your little one (s) 💜
A- Anti-histamine . After Bite . Antibiotic Ointment
B- Bandaids . Baby Proofing Kit
C- Cotton Balls . Calamine Lotion for itches
D- D Drops (Vitamin D)
E- Exzcema care products . Essential Oils
F- First Aid Kit . Floss
G- Gripe Water (non alcoholic)
H- Humidifier
I- Insect repellant for babies . Ice packs for scrapes and bruises
J- Jolly jumper head rest set for use in rockers, car seats etc.
K- Kid’s After Bite
L- Lotion (sensitive)
M- Multivitamins . (Baby) Monitor
N- Nasal Aspirator . Nail Clip/File . Noise cancelling ear muffs
O- Oils (baby safe) whether coconut or olive a good oil routine can help keep your baby’s skin and hair healthy and moisturized . Ointments such as a Vitamin E ointment can prevent scarring from a scrape.
P- Pain relief medication for babies like Children’s Tylenol . Popsicle maker for a swollen lip.
Q- Q-Tips
R- Rubbing Alcohol
S- Sunscreen . Stair Gates .
T- Thermometer . Teething Rings & Mittens . Toothbrush
U- UVF stroller covers, sunglasses, face shields
V- Vick’s Baby Rub . (Swim) Vest. Vaseline . Vaporizer
W- Water filter . (Crib) Wedge for babies with reflux . Wash cloths to clean gums and young teeth
X- X-ray radiation lead apron for Paediatric dental procedures if it’s a concern for you and if it’s something you need.
Y- Yoghurt baby treats for the healthy probiotics . Your love and care
Z- Zinc ointment to treat diaper rash like Sudafed etc.
Disclaimer: This is not medical advice just the experiences and opinions of a mom of 3. If your child falls ill please consult their healthcare provider.
