Why Every Parent and Grandparent Needs a First Aid Kit

Kids get hurt. It is a daily guarantee. From scraped knees and small cuts to bumps and stubborn splinters, childhood comes with minor bumps and bruises.

  • Be prepared everywhere: Keep a fully stocked first aid kit handy at home, in your car, and at grandma’s house.
  • No special training required: Handling a scraped knee or a paper cut takes a bandage, not a medical degree.

What Your Kit Needs

  • Adhesive bandages in various sizes
  • Sterile gauze pads and tape
  • Antiseptic wipes
  • Instant cold packs
  • Tweezers for splinters
  • Digital thermometer
  • Child pain reliever
  • Disposable gloves

Medical supplies

Note: A first aid kit is your best friend for everyday scrapes. But for bigger emergencies like choking, severe allergic reactions, or CPR, you need proper preparation.

When you want to be ready for those critical moments, our online Pediatric First Aid Course is there to help you be prepared for more serious emergencies.

For serious emergencies, call 911 right away.