Putting together a homeopathic first aid kit
By Heather Ledeboer | Category: Fit 4 Life, Healthy Living, The Journey of Motherhood
Last year I shared with you when I finally crossed something off of my to-do list that had been there for more than 3 years—making a homeopathic first aid kit. I would like to share my kit with you once again as it has been updated with a few new items.
The goal: to purchase items for a homeopathic first aid kit
The challenge: not knowing what items should go in said kit
Sometimes all we need is a little inspirational encouragement to meet our goals. For me, it was a blog post from Passionate Homemakeing that inspired me to finish this task. In her blog post, Lindsay mentioned a website where complete homeopathic kits can be purchased. This is certainly a fantastic option and would have been the most no-brainer, no-work way to achieve my goal. However, the frugal side of me was curious to compare the overall price of the basic NaturoKit kit ($68) with the price of purchasing each of these items individually from my local Super Supplements store. I printed of the list of items in the basic kit found here and took them with me to Supper Supplements. I asked one of the employees to help me locate the items on my list and we totaled up the cost. Because I was able to choose the brand and size of my items, my overall cost was a little less when purchased from Supper Supplements. However, one thing to keep in mind when constructing your kit is that many items that you will purchase have a much longer shelf life than your typical pharmaceutical products so choosing the size of some of your products can often be more about expected use rather than expiration date. In addition to the items found in the basic kit, I also choose to add a few additional items that I felt would be useful: 100% Aloe Vera Gel (which truly is A-Mazing for treating burns), and Colloidal Silver Salve. Over the last year I also have added: Arnica Salve, Bee Balm, Heal All, Throat Control Spray and Vapor Rub (all described below).
That said, in retrospect, I wish I would have purchased one of their online kits rather than from Super Supplements. The reason is that the NaturoKits company was founded by two moms who are licensed naturopathic physicians and I believe strongly in supporting small companies (especially if they are mom owned). Another perk to buying a kit from these moms is that their kits come with an easy-to-use instruction sheet which provides an easy to use cross reference between conditions and remedies is very helpful when you’re in the thick of an emergency (and maybe not thinking & remembering so clearly) and also if you are new to natural remedies. In addition, their kits are compactly and conveniently packaged so everything is ready to grab and go.
Okay so here is a photo of my kit one year ago (not all items described below are in the photo as I have added to it since then):
Here are the items in my kit along with details of what they can be used for. Please note that the information provided below is what I have found online. I would encourage you to do your own research when deciding which items would be right for your family and how they should be used. The items below with an * were added within the last year.
Activated Charcoal
Natural remedy for intestinal upset and discomfort such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, and gas. Acts to bind toxins and prevent their absorption.
Aloe Vera
Relief for all types of skin conditions including burns, non poisonous bug bites, abrasions, cuts, rashes (including diaper rash), muscle strain, hemorrhoids, acne, athletes foot, stretch marks, cold sores, gum disorders, vaginal dryness, post surgical, damaged & thinning hair, skin renewal, brown spots and other skin ailments.
Apis 30C
Homeopathic remedy for stings with swelling, redness and heat.
Arnica 30C
Homeopathic remedy for bruising and muscle soreness.
Arnica 6C
Homeopathic remedy for bruising and muscle soreness. More specific to injuries than the 30C version (i.e. headaches).
Arnica Salve*
Arnica Salve relieves pain associated with sprains, strains, pulled ligaments and muscles. For best results, rub on bruises, bumps, and contusions immediately after injury. It works quickly and effectively to help reduce swelling, bruising, and muscle pain and is an excellent rub for body builders, construction workers, active children and tired mothers.
Bee Balm*
This solid lotion stick is perfect for dry skin therapy. Bee Balm has a gentle lavender-honey scent, and is naturally preserved with rosemary extract. The beeswax acts as a second skin, bringing restoration to deep cracks in heels, elbows, hands, and lips. It works equally as well on paper cuts.
Borax 30C
Homeopathic remedy for mouth sores. Such as canker sores.
Calcarea Carbonica 30C
For cradle cap.
Calendula Succus
Herbal tincture
Actions: Has antibiotic, anti-fungus, and anti-inflammatory properties and is suggested for circulation, bruises, eczema, fungal infections, varicose veins, earaches, duodenal ulcers, cramps, gastrointestinal disorders, balancing menstrual cycle, fever, vaginal dryness due to menopause, and to facilitate healing after childbirth.
Uses: Cuts, abrasions and burns; bacterial infections of the skin; ulcerations and sores of the mouth, throat or skin; herpes; varicose veins and hemorrhoids; insect stings; bruises and black eye.
Dose: Take 30 to 40 drops, 2 to 5 times per day. As a dressing or wash use full-strength extract if well tolerated, or dilute with 2 to 3 parts water. Do not take internally while pregnant.
Cantharis 30C
Homeopathic remedy for burns and sunburn (especially 2nd or 3rd degree burns). May help prevent or reduce blisters from forming. Also useful for urinary tract infections or if there is a constant urge to urinate.
Colloidal Silver Salve
Good for cuts, scratches, burns, bug bites, use in place of Neosporin.
Emu Oil
Only a few drops are needed. If it feels greasy, too much was used. 1 t. can be added in the bath water for all body treatment. Anti-inflammatory, for the treatment of burns, wounds, bruises, for dry cracked heals, reducing car formation in healed burn wounds, pain reliever for bone, muscle and joint disorders. Skin and hair moisturizer (spread 2-6 drops into your palm according to the length of hair). Start at the top and work toward the scalp. For scalp treatment, add a couple drops and massage scalp well and wait 10-30 min. Rinse with mild shampoo.
Rescue Pastilles
Flower essence remedy for emotional stress and trauma – anxiety, irritability, fear, worry, grief, loss, and nervousness.
Heal All*
Can be used on cuts and abrasions (cover with a bandage if necessary!), stubborn splinters (to help them work their way out), insect bites and stings, Eczema and psoriasis, painful hemorrhoids, diaper rash and tender bottoms, dry, chapped skin, minor burns, cold sores, post-staph infection and skin surgery sites.
Hypericum Perforatum 30C
Homeopathic remedy for sharp, shooting nerve pain and injury to nerves such as crushed fingers or toes.
Ignatia Amara 30C
Homeopathic remedy primarily for grief and emotional shock but has also been used for moodiness, nausea, vomiting, sore throat, croup, piercing headaches, and insomnia.
Ledum Palustre 30C
Homeopathic remedy for puncture wounds including bug bites and stings as well as dental shots. Faster healing of wounds, bruises and black eyes. Can also be used for discoloration of skin and rashes as well as acne.
Throat Control Spray*
Throat Control Spray contains menthol, propolis, super concentrated extracts of thyme, ginger, chamomile, slippery elm, wild cherry bark, eucalyptus, glycerine, honey, pure grain alcohol, and water.
Vapor Decongestant Rub*
Uses body-friendly coconut and olive oils, along with beeswax to soothe raw noses and nourish skin. Camphor, eucalyptus, wintergreen and menthol work together to bring cool, refreshing relief from congestion while killing unwanted bacteria.
As warped as it may sound, I was a little bit excited the following day when Ashlyn had a paper cut and I was able to administer some love in the form of Colloidal Silver Salve and a band-aid. Since that time I have also utilized almost all the items in the kit at one time or another. I will also note that the very first homeopathic remedy that I tried after becoming a mom was Borax 30C for the treatment of thrush in Ashlyn’s mouth when she was a toddler. If you have dealt with thrush, you know how difficult thrush can be to get rid of. Hunter had it when he was still nursing and we visited the dr. on more than one occasion in an attempt to treat it. It took weeks to heal and I was in so much personal pain each time we nursed (since we were passing it back and forth to each other) that I tried to wean him. He was not interested in weaning however, so I pushed through the pain and eventually we beat the thrush. Because of this prior experience, I had very low expectations for the effectiveness of the tiny white dissolvable round tablets found in my Borax 30C bottle. However, after taking them for just a few days and seeing all her symptoms disappear, I was a believer. We have continued to keep Borax 30C on hand for any mouth sores and I remain a believer in its effectiveness. Please note that the homeopathic Borax 30C found at your health food store is NOT the same as the Borax you may purchase in the laundry soap issue at your grocery store and use as an ingredient for homemade cleaning solutions (such as homemade Comet)! 
I would love to hear what natural remedies you have at home that you would recommend!
Disclaimer: The remedies contained in each NaturoKit® or the additional items mentioned above are intended to be used for acute self-limiting conditions. They are not intended to take the place of appropriate medical care from a qualified healthcare professional. You are responsible for getting help when a situation is beyond your level of training, comfort, and ability. In the case of an emergency, seek help immediately. Please also note that links to the NaturoKit website do contain an affiliate link and if you purchase though the link I will receive a small compensation. This post was originally written a year ago before any affiliate links to NaturoKit were added. You can be sure that the information has not changed nor has my core reason for sharing them with you (I believe it is a great company with useful products).
Heather Ledeboer
I am a Christian, wife, mom and the owner of Mom 4 Life. I have a passion for helping moms and encouraging them in their journey through motherhood. I invite you to journey along with me!
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Thank you so much for the post. I love it when stuff like this is shared. Thank you again.
Lorrina Klaszus
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mom4life Reply:
April 13th, 2011 at 12:13 pm
@Lorrina Klaszus, you are welcome! I understand what you mean, after all it was a post like this that helped me do it in the first place:)!
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you should add oil of oregano, it will probably be too strong of a taste for your children, but for yourself and your husband it will work wonders! We swear by it here, at the first sign of a cold you put 2 drops under your tongue (again its VERY strong- tastes terrible!) but in less than 24 hrs our symptoms are gone! Love the others listed though, I have a few myself! Thanks!
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mom4life Reply:
April 13th, 2011 at 12:17 pm
@louise cervini, Oh yes great tip! I actually have this but forgot about it because I have it in a different place in my house (better go put that where it belongs:)! Mine are in capsule form though which I am sure reduces the mouth/taste reaction. But even in the capsule form I still try to swallow quick:)! I wonder if the drops are any more effective?
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louise cervini Reply:
April 13th, 2011 at 7:24 pm
@mom4life, Hmm, i would think that the oil of oregano would be quickest to impact the affected area. Something to look in to.
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mom4life Reply:
April 14th, 2011 at 8:13 am
@louise cervini, it makes sense, you are probably right. When I run out of what I have I will probably go the oil route next time, thanks!
I need to put together something like this (or buy it, obviously, because I’m really lazy when it comes to doing it myself LOL) We have an awesome stash of herbs and vitamins for colds, sore throats and flu, but that’s about it.
I’ve never even heard of some of the stuff on this list!
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mom4life Reply:
April 13th, 2011 at 12:19 pm
@Alexia, I hadn’t heard of a lot of them either so it was nice to have some guidance on what to get. Good luck taking action on getting your kit together!
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How much did it cost you to put all this together? I need to make one of these!
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mom4life Reply:
April 13th, 2011 at 7:12 pm
@stephanie baldwin, Good question, I should have included that info. It was about $75 for everything I bought. If I had only stuck to what was listed in the NaturoKit it would have been about $60 if I remember right. It seems like a lot up front but thankfully most things are good for a long time so you don’t have to worry about them going bad and if it works better for your budget you could do just a little at a time. For instance, the NatroKit company has a “mini kit” here: http://naturokits.com/minikit for $20 and then they also have a “mini kit upgrade” for $48 that will add the rest of the items needed to have a full kit so you could kind of do it in two chunks if that helps.
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I too, really appreciate this post as I have a very nice homeopatic kit that cost over $100 but I often grab stuff out of the medicine cabinet, mainly because I’m not too familiar with how to use the homeopathic medicine. This week my 2 year old has a rash all over his body and a fever so now I’m inspired to pull out my kit and research what to try. Thanks for bringing up homeopathy and reminding me of its usefullness!
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mom4life Reply:
April 14th, 2011 at 8:16 am
@Lana, you are welcome! I understand your dilemma, it is hard to know what to grab when you need something if there are not clear directions. That is what I like about the NatroKits but since I didn’t go that route myself I decided to just take an evening at my computer with all my homeopathic “stuff” and look them up one by one online and make my own list of what they were all used for. That has been very helpful.
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WOW! This is wonderful! We’ve been making the switch to a more natural diet and lifestyle all together for the past year. I am so excited to see this post! Will definitely be passing this on to some friends, too. Thank you so much.
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mom4life Reply:
April 22nd, 2011 at 8:53 am
@Cassie, I am so glad you found this to be helpful!
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You can also use a colloidal silver spray for diaper rashes, prevent infections, and thrush, all of the same uses as the salve, but it’s not hard to make your own. Also a lavender oil is really good for minor sunburns and has a calming effect, I used it on my newborn diluted for massages and never had issues with sleep problems.
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mom4life Reply:
June 8th, 2011 at 8:39 pm
@Holly T., Thanks for the great tips. I didn’t realize that colloidal silver came in a spray as well!
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Just came across this blog post. We are trying to use more homeopathic remedies and i was looking for a first aid kit. This kit is perfect! Can’t wait to get it and then add some of the other items you mention.
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Heather Ledeboer Reply:
January 4th, 2013 at 3:12 pm
@Erin, I am SO glad you found it helpful, that was exactly my hope:).
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