Baby First Aid Kits

What should I have on hand for baby first aid? So far all I have is baby thermometers (a pacifier one and a normal one which came in a set by AVENT).

Also, can you recommend a baby first aid book?

I would suggest learning how to take care of a baby that is choking. my baby did at 5 weeks. its scary.
Learn baby CPR.
buy the large kit with everything in it from babies r us because YOU DO NOT KNOW WHEN YOUR BABY IS GOING TO BE SICK. keep these items stocked and on hand at all times.
be sure to have gas drops, baby tylenol (and know what you are doing... you can OD your baby on tylenol) nipple cream.
if you are breastfeeding i stop ppl in babies r us and tell them to buy a medela nipple shield. i never dealt with cracked bleeding nipples, also i had latching problems in the beginning and it saved me.
P.S. we ordered dvds from ebay for infant cpr/ choking techniques... im more of a visual learner even though i think i read every book i knew of.

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I need to know what I should put in the travel first aid kit? You keep the big one stationary but what about the one you throw in the diaper bags? Any suggestions?

well this is in mine:
lots of bandaides
adhesive clothe tape
antibiotic ointment
antiseptic wipes
extra blanket
instand cold compress
scissors
tweezers
gauze
Tempra (baby acetaminophen)[decreases fever + easing pain]
baby tylenol
orajel (if teething)
thermometer
presciption medicine
rehydration powder (prevents diahrea and vomiting)
nail clipper
sting relief pack
oral syringe
ball syringe (if has cold, to suction out mucous)



i know im a paranoid mother but hey... murphys law if you have it you wont need it, but if you dont have it youll need it


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2008-08-22 17:01:40 by joy

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I want to make a baby first aid kit, what things do I need in it?

Here are some first-aid kit suggestions you might like to consider:

• Infant/child thermometer

• Children's and infants' liquid pain reliever. Do not use aspirin; use paracetamol in liquid or tablet form. Always give doses as recommended by your doctor. Ensure the product locked in your cabinet is in date.

• Calamine lotion for sunburn and rashes and sting reliever spray for insect bites.

• Antibacterial cream for cuts and scrapes.

• Tweezers and needles for splinters and thorns, with some matches for sterilising them.

• A pair of sharp scissors.

• Children's sunscreen lotion.

• Children's insect repellent.

• An assortment of sticky plasters in various sizes and shapes.

• Assorted bandages, including a one-inch and a two-inch strip for holding dressings and compresses in place.

• Adhesive tape.

• Finger bandage and applicator.

• Sterile gauze.

• Mild liquid soap (most antibacterial and deodorant soaps are too strong for babies' sensitive skin.

• An oral syringe or calibrated cup or spoon for administering medicines to infants and children.

• A first-aid manual. Read it before anything happens.

• If your child has asthma, or is allergic to bee stings, peanuts, or shellfish -- or if he has some other type of life-threatening allergy -- carry his medication on you and keep a spare set in your first-aid kit. Always make sure these items are in date, and are updated as your doctor changes your child's prescription.

2007-06-28 22:29:24 by ♥ ummTalal♥

My daughter is 6 months and I want to start a first aid kit. What are some essential parts of a first aid kit besides band aids alcohol etc ?

benedryl for allergic reactions, baby tylenol or motrin, orajel, neosporin, different size band-aids, one of those cold-pack things....I'm sure you can check babies r us for a pre-packaged first aid kit and just purchase the same items from the drug store for 1/2 the price.

2007-08-28 19:53:23 by Carla

The baby isn't even born yet (I'm almost 33 weeks with a little girl) and I know we wouldn't be able to use this stuff right away, but I still want it ready and on hand.

I'm going to put in a "snot sucker" (bulb syringe), infant tylenol, Desitin...um...gripe water...what else am I forgetting?

Thanks :)
Oh yes, we also got a 5- second read digital thermometer.

Diaper cream (AD&D works wonders)
Earache medicine
Medicine dispenser
Baby Orajel

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