A Natural Kit for Children's Health
Our children's health is very close to our hearts, and every day we're faced with small challenges arising from health imbalances that can be quickly corrected with natural treatments at your fingertips. It's like taking care of the little aches and pains of everyday life. With this in mind, offering your children basic care will help you to understand the meaning of their ailments, and to observe the evolution of their physical ailments and their capacity to heal. How will my child get through these moments of imbalance? Through your observations, you'll develop confidence and knowledge of your child and your ability to intervene.
But you also need to be aware of the many little bumps and bruises your child may encounter during this period of early childhood. It's a good idea to build up a natural kit that can respond to these little ailments as they arise, so that you can act on them with complete confidence. But you can always consult a health professional.
The vast majority of children respond very well to natural remedies, especially when they have been used from an early age. These include homeopathic remedies, herbal syrups and concentrates, and even chewable tablets - all natural and within your reach..2, 3, 4
The Clef des Champs company
La Clef des Champs is a Quebec company located in the Laurentians, more precisely in Val-David. The Clef des Champs story began in 1978 with a nature enthusiast. Marie Provost, now a pioneer in the industry, had a strong belief that traditional herbalism begins in the garden. With an artisanal approach to picking and making products, the sequence from seed to harvest, knowledge of the soil, through seasons and temperatures, the diversity of plants and their various parts (roots and/or aerial parts), the flowers, bursting with active principles for medicinal purposes, this is life at la Clef des Champs.
This herbalist's shop uses the power of medicinal plants as therapy. Powerful, because these plants are grown in a difficult climate with our long, cold winters. La Clef des Champs makes its products from fresh plants to preserve the strength of its active ingredients. As soon as the plants are harvested, they are macerated in an alcohol, glycerine or oil solvent for a set period of time. Plant glycerates are often used for children. Their gardens and all their products are certified organic..1
Clef des Champs children's range
La Clef des Champs has created a children's range to meet the needs of common ailments and prevent them from becoming more serious. The products are plant concentrates in a glycerine base to preserve the precious active ingredients of the plants used. This is what will act to help restore health. They are easy to administer, and some can even be taken as a preventive measure..1
A natural kit for children's health
Glycéré Dodo
- This herbal compound includes catnip, chamomile, oatmeal and valerian.
Dodo is a blend of glycerides primarily designed to help children fall asleep. At the end of the day, a few hours before bedtime, to promote a good, calm, regenerative sleep. While good for children, it can also be taken by older children and even by adults with anxiety, stress or insomnia who don't want to take an alcohol-based herbal tincture. Bear in mind, however, that this product is mainly a sedative and sleep aid..1
Denticroc Glycerate
- This herbal compound includes marshmallow, catnip, chamomile, plantain, oatmeal and valerian.
Denticroc is the perfect herbal glycerine for teething toddlers. Applied directly to the gums, it has an analgesic effect, reducing pain. For example, marshmallow softens the gums to facilitate teething. Plantain soothes gum inflammation and irritation. Chamomile calms inflammation of the mouth's mucous membrane. Catnip, oatmeal and valerian have a calming effect. Catnip can also reduce fever, if necessary. Denticroc reduces pain intensity and duration.1
Organic echinacea glycerate and propolis junior
- This plant compound contains Echinacea purpurea, Echinacea angustifolia and Propolis.
This glycerate is an immune tonic. It can be taken to support a weakened immune system and/or as a preventive measure or during periods of stress. It can be used at the first signs of infection. This product is antimicrobial, active against many viruses and bacteria. It relieves symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose and sore throat. It is anti-inflammatory. Echinacea propolis has a special affinity for the respiratory system and protects against respiratory tract infections. Propolis is an antibacterial resin with antiseptic properties. It is highly effective in neutralizing infection-causing micro-organisms. This combination significantly reduces the duration of an infection and the risk of complications.1
Bébébio Ointment
- Bébébio ointment is a breastfeeding and diaper rash balm. It contains plants such as Marshmallow, Calendula, Plantain, Mallow, Walnut, organic olive oil and organic beeswax.
This ointment is designed to care for babies' delicate skin. It is a preparation of emollient and healing plants. It soothes diaper rash irritation and inflammation, and reduces the discomfort of the associated burning sensation. It nourishes and moisturizes, protects the skin and promotes healing.
For diaper rash, it's important to review the diet of nursing mothers.
Foods to watch out for: spices, excess starchy foods, meat, tomato sauce, chocolate and alcohol, etc.
Bébébio ointment ointment can also be used for minor skin ailments such as hot spots, redness or itching of various kinds, such as in the crease of the elbow or knee.
Bébébio can also help heal cracked nipples during breast-feeding and preserve skin health. When treating thrush in babies, Bébébio ointment ointment can be applied to the nipples to consolidate treatment and prevent the risk of recurrence.
Calendula's active ingredients act on the lymph, making it anti-inflammatory, a natural fungicide and antibacterial. Plantain asepticizes the skin to promote healing. Walnut is also a natural fungicide and astringent, tightening tissues to promote healing..1
Organic Calendula Ointment
- Calendula ointment contains fresh calendula flowers, organic first cold-pressed olive oil, organic beeswax and lavender essential oil.
Calendula Ointment is traditionally used to promote wound healing. As mentioned above, calendula has a marked action on the lymphatic system, helping to eliminate toxins and thus helping many skin problems..1
Using natural methods to fortify the body helps develop immunity. But it's the application of good lifestyle habits from childhood onwards that will develop the notion of respect for life. If we teach our children to respect their bodies, their minds and their souls, through small everyday gestures such as preparing a small kit to look after their health, an indelible imprint will follow them in their choices throughout their lives..2, 3
Having a natural kit at hand means prevention rather than cure!
About the author
Marie Couture, Certified Naturopath
Specialized in :
- Digestive disorders
- Inflammation
- Hormonal problems
- Stress management
References :
- Arsenault Céline, Natural care guide for the familyLe Dauphin Blanc, 2015, 388 pages
- Arsenault Céline, Welcoming my child naturallyLe Dauphin Blanc, 2009, 395 pages.
- https://www.ecoledesherbes.org/2015/12/06/pr%C3%A9parer-une-teinture-m%C3%A8re/