A wee while ago I decided to clear out all of the allopathic medicines from my first aid box, I hardly ever used them so thought it was a bit pointless to hold onto them. I have slowly been building up a more natural and holistic first aid kit. I saw an article in 'Good' magazine, issue 12, which outlined a natural first aid kit (most of which I had in mine - Yay!) which has prompted me to put it on here.
Arnica - this can be in cream or pill form and is great for decreasing bruising and pain after all those bumps and falls that kids seem to have.
Chamomilla - this is the main ingredient of teething powders. Easiest form is globules (tiny round pills). It is great for an unsettled and grizzly baby.
Pulsatilla - another good one for teething babies or children who are weepy, clingy and whiny. Good for conjunctivitis and colds with yellow-green discharge.
Calendula Cream - good for cuts and grazes. Can also be used for nappy rash.
Rescue Remedy - this is a good one to have in cream and liquid form. For any shocks, such as a bump to the head, burns or allergic reaction it can calm instantly.
Tea Tree oil - natural antiseptic which can be used to treat cuts. It is also good for treating head lice.
Echinacea - this is good for the start of a cold or illness. A few drops in a small amount of water several times a day.
Dried sage leaves - this is to make into a tea for sore throats.
Honey - great for coughs and sore throats. Can be had with raw garlic, lemon tea or just by itself.
Nux Vomica - great for curing symptoms of over indulgence of food, alcohol, coffee or tabacco. Also good for flu, colds, headaches and travel sickness.
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