Remedy for mosquitoes for children from a year

Walking in the fresh air is useful for children at any time of the year. But in the warm season this can be prevented by annoying mosquitoes, which strive to bite their beloved child. What needs to be done to avoid bites, and what mosquito repellent for children will be safe for a year? You will receive answers to these and other questions in this article.

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What is the danger of a mosquito bite?

Mosquitoes love heat, so as soon as the sun warmed on the street, they fly out to hunt. They bite everyone in a row, but still give preference to delicate baby skin. It is for children that they pose the greatest danger, because the reaction to a mosquito bite in a child can be very different.

Small bloodsuckers are capable of:

• Cause itching and pain.
• Provoke a severe allergic reaction.
• Mosquitoes typical of foreign countries can cause various serious diseases, such as malaria or yellow fever.

Due to combing the wounds, the child may introduce an infection into it. Based on the unpleasant consequences of mosquito bites, it is worthwhile to stop them in every possible way and take care of your baby in advance.

Important! When planning a vacation abroad, be sure to vaccinate the child against possible diseases and do not forget the mosquito repellent for children.

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Ways to protect your baby from mosquitoes

Unfortunately, mosquitoes attack us not only on the street, but also at home. Even with mosquito nets on the windows, they find cracks or fly into the opened door.

Therefore, it is worth considering how to protect yourself from bloodsuckers, not only on the street, but also at home.

• Mosquito net. This device quite effectively reduces the number of possible unwanted “guests”. Set meshes on all windows.
• If the baby sleeps in a crib, then cover it with a canopy of gauze or a similar fabric at night. This will be the safest remedy for children up to a year and older.
• Mosquitoes prefer the dark time of day, so it would be better if you return home from a walk until dark.
• Pungent smells are very attractive for bloodsuckers, so when going out with a child, do not use perfumes and other perfumes.
• Avoid ponds when the sun begins to set. At this time, so many mosquitoes appear near lakes and rivers that it will be very difficult to protect the child from them, even using an effective mosquito repellent for children from one year old.

Important! Remember that a mosquito can bite not only the baby’s open skin, but also that which is under a dense layer of clothing.

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Popular mosquito repellents for children

Current manufacturers offer many children's mosquito repellent products for different age groups. Some are completely safe, others are not so harmless, but highly effective. Let us consider in more detail all the most common, popular and effective mosquito repellents for children.

Fumigator

This is a very popular home remedy for annoying insects. Very easy to use and quite effective. Its action begins already 10-15 minutes after switching on.

A fumigator is an electric device into which a special container with a liquid or a solid plate is inserted.By connecting it to electrical power, the liquid / dry poison begins to evaporate and poison the mosquitoes.

Important! It is advisable to use a fumigator in the absence of a child in the room, because the liquid in the fumigator has toxic compositions that can harm your beloved child.

Repellents

These funds are designed to scare away bloodsucking insects. The form of their release can be different: sprays, pencils, milk, creams and others. The best mosquito repellent for children of this type is one that does not apply directly to the skin.

Important! Never rub repellents into your baby’s skin. Cream-like and gel products can not be applied to the face and hands, as they can get on the mucous membranes of the baby. Avoid areas with wounds and scratches.

It should also be remembered that the composition of any such remedy includes toxic substances, so you should not abuse the amount of their application.

Important! The amount of application of any repellent should not exceed three times a day. After returning home, be sure to wash off the preparation with warm water and soap with the skin of the child.

If you bought an aerosol, spray it away from the child, even if it has the word “baby” on it.

Important! Do not forget to use an allergic reaction test on a small area of ​​the skin before use. If after treatment during the day no reaction was observed, then the baby mosquito repellent was chosen successfully.

Mosquito repellent bracelets

This invention appeared recently in our country, but has long been widely used abroad. Children's bracelets in their composition do not have toxic substances, therefore this “jewelry” is considered an absolutely safe mosquito repellent for children.

Important! Choose a bracelet according to the age of the child. It should always be indicated on the package.

If you are in search of a mosquito repellent bracelet as a mosquito repellent for children up to a year old, then the package should have a “0+” mark. Such a bracelet is best put on a child’s foot, so that the baby does not have the opportunity to taste it until he discovers and studies them.

Mosquito candles or spirals

These funds repel mosquitoes during their smoldering, emitting smoke toxic to insects. In this way, even a company of adults can protect themselves from annoying insects.

Important! Mosquito candles or spirals are considered safe for adults, but in the presence of children who have not reached the age of five, you should refrain from using them.

Choosing a brand

In the market for such products, you can see the widest range of children's devices for protection against mosquitoes in various forms of release. The most reliable trademarks are:

• Autan;
• Gardex;
• Green Factor;
• Moskitol;
• Off;
• Raptor
• Picnic.

Important! Which brand to give preference to - decide for yourself, based on financial capabilities, trust in the country of origin and other personal preferences.

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What you should pay attention to when reading the information on the label

• On all such funds, the percentage of “Death” will be indicated. This word means poison and its concentration should not exceed 40%, even for the adult population. In children's funds from mosquitoes, this figure should be no more than 7-10%.
• Look for the word “prolongator” on children's products. This means that repellents contain a minimum amount of toxic components and a maximum of essential oils. Another composition is simply not suitable for children's use.
• Make sure that the composition of the selected product does not contain the “Akrep” substance, which is irritating even to some adults. For children, it is absolutely contraindicated, although effective enough against mosquitoes.
• Means for mosquitoes for children up to a year should be used very carefully, carefully read the label before buying and always follow the instructions for use.

Important! Buy insect repellents only in specialized stores or pharmacies. Beware of fakes that are common enough.

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Home remedies for mosquitoes for children

If you want to completely protect the child from harmful substances that are part of any chemical insect repellent, then you can use natural mosquito repellents for children. But it is worth considering the fact that any such tool will be less effective than a chemical drug.

Possible options:

• A mixture of vanilla powder with baby cream and sunflower oil is perfect as an absolutely safe mosquito repellent for children from a year and younger.
• Mosquitoes scare away the aromas of some plants. Therefore, basil oil, cloves, eucalyptus, anise, tea tree, geranium, wormwood and cedar are widely used to protect against insects. It is enough to apply a few drops to the clothes or skin of the child.
• You can independently prepare a good mosquito repellent for children from 25 ml of vegetable oil, 15 drops of tea tree oil and 2-3 drops of clove oil. Pour the prepared mixture into a dark glass bottle. The solution will not lose its properties for a very long time.

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What to do if a child is bitten by a mosquito?

To avoid scratching the skin area damaged by the mosquito, itching should be removed first. To do this, you can use the usual solution of soda (a glass of water and 1 teaspoon of soda). Lemon juice will also help reduce the discomfort.

Important! Children who are not yet 1 year old should in no case be treated with vodka. Alcohol immediately enters the bloodstream through thin skin and can cause a very complex allergic reaction or can lead to death, even in small quantities.

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Wherever you are and wherever you are going to go, think about protecting against mosquitoes for children in advance. So you will make your walk enjoyable, your home safe, and your baby’s sleep sound and healthy.