Natural First Aid for
Babies & Children
By Christin Danner

10 Common Ailments
• Bruises
• Colds
• Colic
• Constipation
• Cuts and Scrapes
• Diaper Rash
• Diarrhea
• Earaches
• Sleeplessness/Restlessness
• Teething

Important Information
The herb teas listed in this PowerPoint are for children over the age
of 1 year (unless otherwise directed by your Holistic Health
Practitioner).
If the child is still breast-feeding the herbs listed under each ailment
can be taken by the nursing mother.
Please consult your Holistic Health Practitioner to find out the
appropriate use and any contraindications these herbs may have
before taking them.
!

Bruises
Teas of:
Alfalfa Nettle Rosehip
• Use Arnica ointment topically and/or Arnica 30c orally.
• Ledum 30c can also be used if bruising is deep or near the eye.
• Bush Flower Essence of Bluebell, Five Corners or Flannel Flower.
• Apply ice or a cold compress.
• Mix 3 drops of Peppermint essential oil in ½ oz of base oil and apply.
*Do not use mint if giving homeopathic remedies as it can anecdote them.
• Rub the bruised leaves of : on the
bruised area.
Comfrey Hyssop Rue

Colds
Teas of:
Sage Echinacea Elderflower Ginger Yarrow Thyme
• Aconite 30c at onset.
• Let them get plenty of rest, preferably in the living room so they don’t
feel isolated from the family.
• Do not over-stimulate them with too much TV, outings or visitors.
• If they are not hungry don’t force them to eat. Fasting encourages the
body’s natural healing process.
*If they are hungry – give them small, nutritious meals.
• Give plenty of fluids and/or let them nurse as much as they want.
• Give foods rich in Zinc and Vitamin C.
• Give warm drinks of honey and lemon.
*Only give honey to children older than 1 year due to infant botulism!

Foods Rich in Vitamin C
Rosehips Citrus Fruits Berries Melons Cabbage Parsley
Sprouts Tomatoes Potatoes Peppers

Foods Rich in Zinc
Pumpkin Seeds Lima Beans Cashews Bran Flakes Sunflower Seeds Oats
Lentils Chickpeas Peanuts Eggs Yogurt
Easy zinc detection test (for older children) – hold solution of 1% zinc
sulfate in your mouth. If no taste is noted there may be a zinc deficiency.
If there is a strong metallic taste a deficiency is unlikely.

Colic
Teas of:
Catnip Chamomile Clove Dill Fennel Seed Ginger Peppermint
• Give 1 drop Fennel essential oil in ¼ cup of water or milk – 3x/day.
• Bush Flower Essences of Black-eyed Susan, Crowea + Paw Paw, or
Emergency Essence.
• Bach’s Rescue Remedy
Some Common Homeopathic Remedies Include:
• Chamomilla • Raphanus
• Colocynthis • Senna
• Coffea • Ipecacuanha
*One remedy should be chosen based on the individual symptoms of the baby.

Constipation
Teas of:
Flaxseed Licorice Fennel Oatstraw
• Bush Flower Essence of Bauhinia, Bluebell, Bottlebrush, and/or
Flannel Flower.
• Lay Baby on their back and massage their belly in a clockwise
motion starting near the appendix.
*Always massage clockwise following the colon.

Flaxseed Tea Recipe
• Soak 1 tsp whole flaxseeds in 1 cup of water overnight.
• Strain the liquid and give it to baby a little bit at a time.
• The seeds can also be blended and given to older babies.

Cuts and Scrapes
• Apply Calendula tincture, ointment and/or give Calendula 30c orally
*Do not use if infection is present
• Give Ledum 30c for puncture wounds.
• Hypericum 30c for cuts with nerve pain. Great for cuts on the fingers
or toes.
• Arnica 30c for soreness and bruised sensation.
• Bush Flower Essence of Spinifex or Sturt Desert Rose.
• If there is shock you can think about Aconite 30c,
Emergency Essence or Rescue Remedy.
Infusions of:
Calendula Comfrey Daisy St John’s Wort Yarrow

Diaper Rash
Apply ointments of:
Aloe Vera Calendula Comfrey
• Apricot Kernel Oil can also be applied.
• Ensure they have adequate daily Zinc intake.
• Australian Bush Flower Essence of Billy Goat Plum, Detox
Essence, Green Essence, or Rough Bluebell
*Should be chosen based on the individual symptoms of the baby.
• Apply Castor Oil topically and/or add it to their diet.
• At least 15 mins of sunshine and fresh air daily with no diaper
(weather permitting).
*Don‟t forget the sunscreen!

Diarrhea
Teas of:
Basil Calendula Plantain Red Raspberry Sage Slippery Elm
• Be sure to keep them well hydrated!
*If symptoms of dehydration are present consult the proper medical treatment.
• Bush Flower Essence of Black-eyed Susan, Bottlebrush, Kapok
Bush and/or Paw Paw.
• Try not to give anti-diarrheal medications. Diarrhea is either a
warning we are sick, or an actual curative process. In most acute
cases of diarrhea the symptom itself cures.

Symptoms of Dehydration
• Sunken eyes
• Decreased frequency of urination or dry diapers
• Sunken soft spot on the front of the head in babies
• No tears when the child cries
• Dry or sticky mucous membranes
• Lethargy
• Irritability
When to Contact the Doctor:
• No urination for 4-6 hours
• Blood in the stool
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea or vomiting for more than 24 hours
• If they refuse to eat or drink anything

Earaches
Teas of:
Echinacea Lemon Balm Hyssop Yarrow
• Bush Flower Essence mixture of Bush Fuchsia + Bush Iris + Spinifex.
• Emergency Essence or Rescue Remedy (for Mom and Baby)
• Put 5-10 drops of warm tea tree oil into 1 tbsp of olive oil and put 2-3
drops in both ears 2x/day.
• Give them Vitamin C rich foods to boost their immune system.
• Chiropractic adjustments can be helpful for chronic earaches.
*Remember to always treat both ears even if only one hurts.

Soothing Ear Blend
½ oz Chamomile Flowers, dried
1 cup water
½ cup almond oil
½ cup vegetable glycerin
• Put Chamomile and water into a pot and bring to boil.
• Lower heat and simmer until about ½ the liquid remains.
• Remove from heat, strain and let cool until warm.
• Add almond oil and vegetable glycerin.
• Soak a cotton ball and insert carefully into the ear.

Sleeplessness/Restlessness
Teas of:
Catnip Chamomile Hops Passionflower Valerian
• Bush Flower Essences of Black-eyed Susan, Boronia, Crowea, Green
Spider Orchid + Grey Spider, Emergency Essence.
• Bach’s Rescue Remedy (for Mom and Baby).
• Lavender and/or Chamomile essential oil in a diffuser.
Some Common Homeopathic Remedies:
• Aconite – restless from shock or fear
• Arsenicum – restless all night, sleepy during day, very cold
• Chamomilla – irritable, sleeplessness caused by teething, colic or anger
• Pulsatilla – restless in first sleep, they throw covers off and like to
sleep with hands above their head.

Teething
Teas of:
Catnip Chamomile
• Emergency Essence or Rescue Remedy (for Mom and Baby)
• Mix 2-3 drops of Chamomile or Clove essential oil in 1 tsp sweet
almond oil and massage on gums.
• Frozen teething rings or cold washcloths can be used if they are
better for cold.
Some Common Homeopathic Remedies:
• Aconite • Calc Phos • Phytolacca
• Belladonna • Coffea • Pulsatilla
• Chamomilla • Mag Phos • Silica

Nursing a Sick Child
“It is becoming increasingly common to give sick children medication and to encourage them to
carry on a normal life. This is wrong. Our bodies need to slow down and rest as much as possible
to encourage our inner healer to get to work. The healing activities of the body actually speed up
when we sleep. The repair, renewal and growth of the cells of our bodies works faster when we are
resting. It isn‟t an old wives' tale!
Think back to your own childhood. How did your parents care for you when you were sick? Was
it a pleasure, a time when everything slowed down, a time of extra cuddles, stories in bed and
special, soothing drinks? If so, you have a rich store of memories to draw on to help you with your
own children when they are ill. If you were unlucky, if illness was an inconvenience or if you were
dealt with harshly as a child when unwell, then you may want to think carefully so as not to
inadvertently repeat your parent‟s mistakes.
The art of nursing a sick child through an illness, especially a childhood illness, needs resurrecting.
Sick children deserve special treatment and reassurance if they are frightened; comforting if they are
in pain; distracting from an itchy rash; sponging down if they are too hot. It‟s a time for nurturing
and special healing rituals. Many parents love this time when their children are willing and eager
to „lean into them‟.” (1)

Disclaimer
All material in this presentation is provided for your information only
and may not be construed as medical advice or instruction. No action
or inaction should be taken based solely on the contents of this
information; instead, readers should consult appropriate health
professionals on any matter relating to their health and well-being.
The information and opinions expressed here are believed to be
accurate, based on the best judgment available to the author, and
readers who fail to consult with appropriate health authorities assume
the risk of any health problems and/or injuries.

References
• Women's Health and Homeopathy course by Melissa Assilem © The
British Institute of Homeopathy
• Homeopathy for Pregnancy, Birth & Your Baby's First Years by
Miranda Castro
• Nutrition, Bodycare and Herbalism course material © American
College of Healthcare Sciences
• Holistic Pathology online course material © American College of
Healthcare Sciences
• Australian Bush Flower Healing by Ian White © 1999
Footnotes:
1. Childhood Diseases Article by Miranda Castro
http://www.hpathy.com/papersnew/castro-childhood-diseases.asp