Barefoot wanders, bug hunts, and puddle jumping - spending time outdoors is one of the joys of childhood, especially in the warmer months. Nature provides a wonderful space for children to grow strong, adventurous and full of curiosity, whilst playing outside also supports peaceful sleep and emotional well-being. Of course, all that play can sometimes lead to the odd scrape, graze, bruise, insect bite, or touch of sunburn.
That’s why having a natural first-aid kit on hand can be so reassuring. With soothing herbal ointments, gentle creams and homeopathic remedies, it offers a calm, nurturing way to care for everyday knocks and niggles, using nature’s own remedies to support the healing process. For parents making thoughtful, health-led choices, organic and natural products are a great place to start.
Pack your summer first-aid kit:
Arnica Bumps & Bruises Skin Salve is a soothing ointment for sprains, knocks, bumps and bruises. A must-have for your first aid kit.
Weleda Arnica Spray for Bumps & Bruises can be used up to four times a day, either directly on the skin or as a compress on a damp cloth to relieve bruises, muscle stiffness, sprains, and sports-related injuries. Designed for ease of use, this convenient spray is most effective if applied straight after an injury to help prevent bruising.
Crafted with organic Arnica and Urtica urens extracts, Weleda Insect Bites Spray helps alleviate itchiness and swelling from insect bites, stings and nettle rash. Great to have on hand for outdoor adventures, whether you’re playing in the garden, picnicking, or playing sports. Suitable for both adults and children.
A Vogel Neem Cream soothes and calms irritated skin including sunburn, insect bites, allergic reactions, redness, eczema and sensitive areas. Apply to the skin as required.
Formulated with extracts of Urtica urens and Arnica, Weleda Combudoron Ointment offers welcome relief from minor burns and scalds be it from kitchen mishaps, barbecues or mild sunburn. Apply directly or with a dressing to help ease discomfort and support healing. Suitable for adults and children over 6.
Weleda Calendula Cuts & Grazes Spray is formulated with organic Calendula tincture in a pre-diluted, ready-to-use spray. This gentle solution can be applied directly to minor wounds, grazes, and scrapes. It’s also suitable for soaking a dressing to create a cooling compress. An ideal companion for everyday tumbles. Safe for children aged 6 and up.
Weleda Calendula Cuts & Grazes Skin Salve is a gentle ointment perfect for treating small cuts and grazes, particularly where sprays may cause discomfort. It can also be applied on a dry pad for use as a soft, healing compress post-injury. Celebrated for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory qualities, Calendula helps support natural skin recovery.
Weleda Hypercal Wound Salve blends Hypericum and Calendula to create a traditional remedy that soothes painful nicks and minor injuries. Great for garden mishaps like thorn scratches and for sensitive paper cuts. Suitable for anyone aged 12 and over, it can be used directly on the skin or with a dressing up to three times daily.
Tea Tree Oil can be a helpful natural remedy for minor cuts and scrapes, thanks to its well-known antiseptic, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Weleda Arnica 6X Homeopathic Tablets are a go-to remedy for physical and emotional bruising following a fall or shock. Place one tablet under the tongue as soon as possible after the event, repeating hourly if needed (up to ten doses). A gentle and reliable support option for family members aged 3 and older.
Rescue Remedy is useful for the shock of a trip or tumble. A couple of sprays on the tongue can help soothe nerves and restore a sense of calm. It’s especially helpful if the child is tearful, shaken, or overwhelmed.