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✅ 6 Helpful First Aid Kits for Babies🚑

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When you’re expecting, it sometimes seems like you’re creating a never-ending list of items to buy for your new bundle of joy.
In addition to the basics, you’re probably being told by friends and family (and know-it-all strangers) about all the things you “need” for your baby.
A lot of that “stuff” is just fluff, or “nice to haves,” but some are extremely important. And one that you absolutely don’t want to forget is a baby first aid kit.

Why buy a baby first aid kit? 🤔

“A first aid kit is important to have at home so that, in case of an emergency, no one has to run out to the store and waste valuable time to get supplies,” says Wendy Proskin, MD, a pediatrician at Westmed Medical Group in Rye, New York.
There are many common conditions and ailments that newborns and older babies might experience during the first year and beyond, including gassiness, a stuffy nose, fever, and the pains of teething, in which a first aid kit can come in handy.
While you can put together your own first aid kit using several items you already have in your house, many of those products may not be formulated for use by an infant.
Luckily, there are several first aid kits on the market that are made specifically for infants and come with everything you need to care for your child in various instances.

What to look for 👀

A newborn kit, according to Proskin, should include the following:
• a re**al thermometer (the quicker the read, the better)
• nail clippers
• gauze pads or cotton balls
• saline drops
• a nasal aspirator

A kit for an older infant will be a little different, however, so you should update the contents of your kit accordingly as your child passes the 6-month mark.

This kit, Proskin explains, should also include:
• acetaminophen or ibuprofen for fevers or pain
• oral diphenhydramine (Benedryl) for allergic reactions
• bandages
• alcohol wipes and hand sanitizer
• antibiotic ointment
• gauze, tape, and scissors
• gloves

As you create your registry or list of things to buy for your little one, consider some of these first aid kits for babies that come equipped with just about everything you might need to care for your child.

Safety first ✅

If you suspect your child may be sick, it’s always best to call their pediatrician’s office to discuss the symptoms over the phone to find out if they recommend bringing your child in to be examined.
If, for any reason, your child has a re**al temperature that exceeds 100.4°F (38°C) you should bring them to the doctor.
Of course, it’s always better to err on the side of caution with a young infant, so be sure to follow your new-parent instinct if you think your baby isn’t acting normal.
Additionally, as a safety precaution, it’s best not to put a bandage on a young infant who can easily pull it off and put it in their mouth, as this poses a choking hazard. If you do have to use a bandage, be sure it’s placed in an area that your baby can’t reach and remove as soon as possible.