The Essentials
- A reliable digital thermometer.
- Paracetamol and ibuprofen suspensions, with a measuring syringe.
- Oral rehydration salts (ORS) for vomiting or loose motions.
- Saline nasal drops for blocked little noses.
- Sterile gauze, micropore tape, and assorted band-aids.
- A good antiseptic liquid and antiseptic cream.
- Tweezers, blunt-tipped scissors, and a torch.
Smart Additions
- A written list of doses by your child's current weight, taped inside the kit.
- Your pediatrician's number and the nearest 24-hour hospital saved on every caregiver's phone.
- A small cool pack for bumps and insect bites.
Keep It Current
- Check expiry dates every few months; Indian summers degrade medicines faster, so store the kit somewhere cool and dry.
- Restock immediately after using anything.
- Keep it high and locked away from curious toddlers, but quick for adults to reach.
A kit is no substitute for a certified infant first aid course, which every caregiver in the home should consider.