From my pharmacist lens, these are the basics I keep stocked for my kids. Nothing trendy or overcomplicated, just commonly recommended, age-appropriate essentials that cover most everyday situations. Always follow label directions and your pediatrici...
This is one of those things that you don’t know you will need until you do. So good to keep in your medicine cabinet in case your kiddo has a reaction to something they were exposed to.
Children's BENADRYL® Allergy Relief Liquid Medicine
Accurate temperature checks matter more than guessing. A reliable digital thermometer helps me decide when to treat, when to watch, and when to call the pediatrician.
This is my go-to for fever or pain in younger kids. I always dose by weight, not age, and keep a syringe on hand for accuracy.
Children's Tylenol Oral Suspension
Helpful for fever and inflammation in kids old enough to use it. I like having both options so I can alternate if recommended.
Children's MOTRIN® Ibuprofen Oral Suspension
Safe, non-medicated, and incredibly underrated. Saline helps loosen congestion without using cold medicines that aren’t recommended for young kids.
Little Remedies® Saline Spray + Drops
Not glamorous, but effective especially for babies who can’t blow their nose. Clears congestion so they can sleep and eat better.
Frida Baby Electric NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator
Moist air can make a big difference with coughs and congestion. I prefer cool mist for safety and comfort.
3-in-1 Humidifier – Frida | The fuss stops here.
Cuts and scrapes happen daily. Having multiple sizes on hand means I’m not scrambling when someone needs one quickly.
Shop Adhesive Bandage Products for Adults and Kids | BAND-AID® Brand
For teething babies, I’m very cautious with numbing products. I stick to options specifically labeled for infants and use them sparingly. Most of the time, non-medicated comfort measures work just as well but I do love to keep this in my toolkit for ...
Daytime + Nighttime Cooling Gels for Teething | Orajel™ Baby
Simethicone, the active ingredient in Mylicon, helps break up gas bubbles and isn’t absorbed into the body, which is why it’s commonly used in infants. I use it as needed and stick closely to the dosing instructions.