How to Get Rid of Ear Wax in a Child

Although ear wax is a natural product of the body, having too much ear wax can cause hearing problems or discomfort in children. If you're looking to try to get rid of ear wax in a child, follow these steps.

Things You'll Need

• Hydrogen peroxide
• Mineral oil
• Water bottle
• Over-the-counter ear wax product

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Instructions

• 1

  Use hydrogen peroxide. Using a dropper add a small amount of hydrogen peroxide to your child's ear. Allow it to bubble, then turn your child's ear to drain. This can help dislodge ear wax.

• 2

  Use the natural approach. A few drops of olive or mineral oil in your child's ear can soften the ear wax. Softened wax will often come out on its own.

• 3

  Rest your child's ear on a warm water bottle or on a warm cloth. Heat can help melt ear wax so it can drain. Be sure that the temperature of the surface is warm and not hot.

• 4

  Purchase an over-the-counter ear wax removal solution or kit.

• 5

  Contact your child's pediatrician. He may have a preferred method of loosening and removing ear wax. The doctor may soften and scrape away the ear wax from your child's ear.

• 6

  Go for prevention. Keep your child's ears clean by using a soft washcloth on the outer ear. You'll also want to be sure to keep your child hydrated. Dehydration can make ear wax harder.