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First Aid & Sick Supplies
Essentials
Like any First Aid kit, it is difficult to know which baby supplies you will
need, but it is much better to have the items on hand when you have a sick baby
and you need them right away.
Some of the items below are important for basic grooming, such as nail
clippers and a thermometer.
- Nail
clippers - babies' nails grow very quickly and need to be trimmed often to
keep them from scratching themselves before they gain control over their hands
- Tweezers
- Thermometer - under the arm or ear thermometer makes taking your baby's
termperature much easier
- Vaporizer or Humidifier
- Nasal aspirator - infants can't blow their noses without your help
- Nose drops
- Infant Tylenol for bringing down fevers or easing the pain of teething.
Please consult your physician, and never give aspirin to a
baby.
- Medicine dropper for administering liquid medicines
- PediaLyte to prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea or excessive
vomiting - always contact your physician if your baby has diarrhea or excessive
vomiting
- Antiseptic cream
- Ointment - because babies scratch themselves, a lot!
- Band-Aids
- Medicated diaper cream - zinc is the common medication
- Barrier Diaper Cream
PLEASE NOTE: Always contact your physician regarding any questions or
concerns. This information is not meant to replace professional medical
advice.
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