By Request.. a whole page full of natural remedies! If you have any you'd like to add to the list, please email us at midwivesinthemaking@gmail.com. Enjoy!
Note: All natural remedies may be used in conjunction with each other unless otherwise noted
*Taken by mouth/ingestion
**Topical
***Both ingestion and topical application are effective.
Diaper rash: Air dry, Cloth diaper, Chamomile**(see also fungal diaper rash)
Diaper rash/fungal: Air Dry, Cloth wipes, Calendula, Tea Tree Oil, Chamomile**
Ear Infection: Garlic Oil**, Breastmilk***, Colloidal Silver**
Eye Infection: Breastmilk***, Colloidal Silver**
Heartburn: Papaya Enzyme
Perineal tear: Witch hazel (tucks pads)**, Aloe Vera (fresh ONLY)**, Vitamin E ***, Herbal sitz bath/bath, Peri Bottle
Thrush/mouth: Gentian Violet, Acidophilus***
Thrush/nipples: Air dry, breastmilk**, Gentian Violet, Acidophilus***, Calendula, Vinegar
Vaginal Yeast Infection: Probiotics (acidophilus, pill form)*, Plain Yogurt***, Garlic/garlic oil**
