First-aid kit for babies and toddlers: That really belongs in it!
A really practical and well thought-out first-aid kit – indispensable for the (first) holiday with a baby or with small children in general. Because when the baby is teething, a cold is fully approaching, or wasp stings, climbing, or (walking) accidents threaten to spoil the holiday, the search for the nearest pharmacy is often an extra stress factor that you really don't need – especially not abroad.
In order to prevent exactly that, we have collected our accumulated knowledge of mothers and midwives and put together the products that should not be missing in any first-aid kit. From first aid to standard cold remedies, you'll find a complete list of all our favorite products here, so you don't have to worry about anything – apart from going to the pharmacy.
We distinguish whether you are traveling with a baby or with an already mobile toddler. Because there are some differences here as well.
The first-aid kit: Everything for emergencies, but not too much
Sure, the perfect vacation is one where the travel pharmacy remains completely untouched. Therefore, all tips should actually be considered emergency products, as in most cases they are not needed at all. More of everything is always possible, but carrying too many emergency products around the world is really unnecessary. That's why we've kept the list as short and concise as possible, but still sufficient. With our six children, we have managed very well with it.
Baby Travel First Aid Kit
Here, babies refer to children from 0 to around 9 months old who are not yet mobile, meaning they are not yet crawling.
- A soothing and regenerating ointment, such as Weleda's Combudoron Gel: Helps with insect bites, as well as burns or sunburn.
- Tick tweezers and card: Cards are not very suitable for certain surfaces and especially when the ticks are very small.
- Suppositories for fever or pain of any kind, for example, Viburcol (homeopathic) and Ibuprofen (medical) suppositories or syrup for babies, for example, Nurofen
- Angelica balm from Bahnhofsapotheke, to open airways
- Myrtle-thyme balm from Bahnhof Apotheke for rubbing in during colds
- Saline solution as nasal drops, for example, NaCl 0.9%, or a sea salt nasal spray for babies
- Fever thermometer
- A small cold pack to reduce fever (especially recommended in hot regions), our organic grape seed pillow is very suitable for this purpose because it provides gentle cold that you can apply to the skin when you have a high fever
Baby-Flor drops from Into Life: The bifidobacteria and lactobacilli help restore the gut flora after a gastrointestinal infection.
- Dentition globules, such as Osanit, or the teething aid of your choice. We love Kaumarie.
- Tooth gel from Osa.
AND WHAT SHOULD ALWAYS BE INCLUDED IN GENERAL:
- Good wound care for sore bottoms, for example, comfrey ointment from Bahnhof Apotheke
- Sunscreen for babies (direct sunlight exposure in the first year of life should be avoided as much as possible because the skin is so thin and sensitive!)
- Insect repellent (preferably a mosquito net for over the stroller)"
Travel pharmacy for toddlers
For children from 9 months old who are already exploring the world on their own.
- (Children's) bandages in various sizes, for example, Hydrogel bandages from Hansaplast
- Arnica wipes, for example, from Wala: They have a cooling, anti-inflammatory effect and provide acute pain relief, perfect for first aid in case of sprains, bruises, and more.
- Comfrey ointment from Bahnhof Apotheke: Suitable for everything from diaper rash and abrasions to wound care.
- Sterile compresses for first aid, we love Dr. Tills' first aid kit.
- Skin disinfection spray, for example, Octenisept, which doesn't sting.
- A small cold pack or even better, an instant cold compress.
- Splinter tweezers.
- A cooling and regenerating ointment, such as Combudoron Gel from Weleda: Helps with insect bites, as well as burns or sunburn.
- Mosquito patches or Fenistil Gel for mosquito bites for children prone to allergies.
- Fenistil drops for mosquito bites, for children prone to allergies. (Please only use after consulting a doctor, and be sure to follow the age recommendations!)
- Tick tweezers or tick card.
- Heat pen for insect bites (e.g., bite away).
- Suppositories for fever or pain of all kinds.Ibuprofen suppositories or syrup for babies/children, e.g., Nurofen.
- Angelica balm from the Bahnhof Apotheke to open airways and prevent sore noses.
- Thyme myrtle balm from the Bahnhof Apotheke to rub on the chest, neck, and back for colds (Always consult with a pediatrician!).
- Cooling pad to reduce fever (especially recommended in hot regions); our grape seed pillow is very suitable as it provides gentle cooling that can be applied to the skin for high fever.
- Fever thermometer, e.g., Braun ThermoScan.
- Electrolyte solution in individual sachets, e.g., Oralpädon: Elektrolyt-Lösung in Einzelsachets, z.B. Oralpädon
- Probiotic for children, e.g., Omni-Biotic Panda in individual sachets or Baby Flor from Into Life
- Euphrasia eye drops, for example, from Wala: For various issues, from conjunctivitis to irritated eyes due to drafts, air conditioning, and more.
- Saline solution in ampoules: For rinsing eyes - sand in the eye is very uncomfortable and happens frequently during beach vacations.
Ear drops for middle ear infections or colds, for example, Otovowen.
UND WAS GENERELL NATÜRLICH IMMER DABEI SEIN SOLLTE:
- Sonnencreme für Kinder: Wir lieben die mineralische Sonnencreme von NAIF für Baby & Kind. Wir empfehlen sie vor Urlaubsantritt anzuschaffen, da man vor Ort häufig keine guten Sonnencremes für empfindliche Kinderhaut bekommt. (Direkte Sonneneinstrahlung im ersten Lebensjahr sollte möglichst vermieden werden, da die Haut so dünn und empfindlich ist!)
- Traubenzucker, besonders wenn es in Länder mit heißen Temperaturen geht
- Kleine Flasche Sterilium zum Hände desinfizieren
- Desinfektionstücher oder -spray zum Desinfizieren von Oberflächen an öffentlichen Orten (Flugzeug-, Flughafen- oder Bahn-Toiletten sind meist nicht so hygienisch sauber, wie man es gewohnt ist, sorge daher vor.)
If necessary:
Homeopathic remedies like Arnica, Belladonna, Apis, or Aconitum in globule form can also be very effective for various ailments and are therefore part of our personal travel pharmacy. However, since the administration of homeopathic remedies is very individual, it is best to consult with your midwife or your doctor if you decide to use them.
In carry-on luggage
Übersetzung:
On long journeys where you don't have direct access to your luggage, it makes sense to have a small selection of medications readily available in your carry-on. This saves you the stress if something happens during arrival or departure. Here are our personal tips for on the go:
- Ibuprofen suppositories or syrup for pain or fever
- Nasal drops specifically for air travel to keep your nose moist and clear
- Saline solution in ampoules: for rinsing the nose, which helps babies with pressure equalization in the airplane
- Glucose, in case of vomiting and diarrhea on the go, to help increase energy levels
- Disinfection wipes or spray for disinfecting surfaces in public places (airplane, airport, or train toilets are usually not as hygienically clean as you are used to, so be prepared)
- Hand sanitizer
Dr. Tills' modular children's emergency box
Have you heard of Dr. Tills' modular children's emergency box?
Some of the items we listed above in the travel pharmacy can be found in Dr. Tills' Children's Emergency Box for first aid and wound care. The emergency box is very handy and is suitable not only as an emergency care kit for home but also especially for travel. The contents are very practically divided into modules that are resealable, thus ensuring hygienic storage. Additionally, you can buy the modules individually:
- Wound Care
- Hygiene
- Temperature
- Ticks & Splinters
6 Modules & 50 Items
And otherwise?
It's worth researching and saving emergency numbers on the first day in a new country so that you have them readily available in case of an emergency. This also applies to the nearest pharmacies or hospitals – even if you're just in another city. The vaccination record, any allergy ID cards, and, if you want to be extra cautious, even the U-Heft should always be with you – traveling with a child means not traveling as light as without one. But it comes with even more joy and the privilege of seeing the world through a child's eyes again. In this sense: Happy Holiday!
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