A friend has been asking me to give her a list of what I have on hand to care for normal childhood ailments.  It’s a common topic among moms, so I’ll post it here for all.  Please share anything that you would add!

Essential Oils

• Lavender - stops bleeding, helps burns. Use topically.
• Melrose and/or Purification blends - antiseptic and antifungal.  Purification also helps soothe mosquito bites and bee stings. Use topically.
• Peppermint - A bit (less than a drop. I usually use a toothpick.) in some water helps soothe an upset tummy.  Apply on feet to ease a fever.  A dab on the back of the neck will help a headache.  A drop in a spoonful of honey may help a cough.
• Thieves blend - Apply on feet and along spine to help fight colds and flus.

Homeopathy

• Children’s Cough & Bronchial Syrup, by Boericke & Tafel
• Cough Syrup with Honey, by Hyland’s
• Sniffles & Sneezes 4 Kids, by Hyland’s
• Earache Tablets, by Hyland’s
• Complete Flu Care 4 Kids, by Hyland’s
• C-Plus Cold Tablets, by Hyland’s
• Teething Tablets, by Hyland’s
• Ear drops by Similasan
• Allergy Eyes by Similasan

Other

• colloidal silver - Take about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon orally twice a day as an antibiotic.
• rubbing alcohol - a drop in each ear after swimming prevents swimmer’s ear, a painful ear infection.
• Animal Scents Ointment, by YoungLiving - the best antibiotic ointment I know of.

I know there’s stuff I’m forgetting, but these are probably the items I use the most.

You can find most of the homeopathics at health stores, or online at places like Vitacost.  They are very affordable.

The oils I use aren’t usually available in stores.  If you live close by, I usually have oils for purchase, or I can help you buy them online.

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