What does a baby first aid kit contain?

A basic baby first aid kit should contain the following items:

- Adhesive bandages with various designs to attract children and be more appealing.

- Band-Aids of different sizes

- Antiseptic wipes or spray

- Gauze pads

- Adhesive tape

- Scissors

- Thermometer

- Tweezers

- Small Flashlight

- Calming Gel Packs

- Pain relievers/ Fever reducers such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil) for kids.

- Syrup of Ipecac, which can be used to induce vomiting in case of poisoning

- CPR mask

- Splints

- First aid instructions or a CPR certification card

- Antibiotic ointment

- Cotton swabs

- Oral syringe for administering liquid medicine

- Ziplock bags to store any dirty or soiled items

- Emergency contact list

*It is also a good idea to include tweezers and a magnifying glass for easier splinter removal.*

It's important to keep your baby's first aid kit in an easy-to-reach place and make sure that you and other caregivers know how to use its contents.

Additionally, it's a good idea to take a CPR and basic first aid course so you're prepared to handle any emergency situation that may arise.

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