Becoming a first-time parent is a joyous and exciting new adventure, which, from time to time can be a stressful experience as majority of parents learn as they go.
A well-stocked first-aid kit, kept within easy reach, is a must for every home. Having the right supplies ahead of time will help you handle an emergency at a moment’s notice. Keep a first-aid kit in your home and one in each car. Also, be sure to bring a first-aid kit on family vacations.
| Basics: -Disinfectant -Tweezers -Scissors -Pair of gloves -Bandages -Plasters/Dressings | Intestinal problems: Medication for: -Vomiting -Stomach cramps -Antacids -Anti-diarrhoea sachets or tablets -Rehydration fluid -Probiotics (Remember that +/-70% of gastroenteritis is caused by viral infections and can be resolved by basic medication as mentioned above) | Pain and fever - Paracetamol and Ibuprofen tablets and syrup. Paracetamol or anti-inflammatory suppositories come in handy if a child has a really high fever -prescription medication for specific problems like migraine -Anti-inflammatory tablets, gel and patches for muscle strain or injury |
| Skin problems: - Anti-histamine cream for itchy bites -Anti-bacterial cream Anti-septic cream | Ear, nose and throat problems: -Decongestive nose spray -Saline nose spray -Flu and cold remedy -Throat lozenges/spray -Cough mixture -Anti-histamine tablets and syrup for allergies | Other: -Anti-fungal cream if prone to vaginal yeast infection -Citro-soda or OTC medication for bladder infections -Laxative/ stool softeners if prone to constipation |