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Insect Repellant
Asked by J.G. from Chicago
on May 20, 2008
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Any ideas for safe insect repellant??
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- I asked my doctor this same question last summer. Our son was about 6 months old and we just had our yard re-done with a new patio, built in firepit, and we planned t...
- Avon has a DEET-free and PABA-free lotion insect repellant with spf 30 that protects against west nile and lyme disease. it's on sale 2 for $12 right now. they hav...
- Hello Jenn, We have been using Natrapel Insect Repellant.
Insect Repellent
Asked by K.B. from Lansing
on May 23, 2007
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I have been researching Insect Repellent since it is that season for Mosquito's and i just wanted to hear everyone elses opinion on what Mosquito spray out there is th...
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- I definitely agree- Avon is great! They have insect repellents & sunscreens in one, so you only have to put one product on your child. They are safe for anyone over 6 ...
- Avon has an insect repellent out that does not have DEET in it. R.
- Anything Deet Free. AVON has one that we love. Its the only one they offer. You can order right on line if you don't know anyone who sells it.
Insect Bites
Asked by K.B. from Washington DC
on June 29, 2010
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My son had the pleasure of obtaining about 10 mosquito bites this pass weekend when out with his dear old dad! Of course his father didn't notice any of the bite marks...
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- Some "homemade" solutions that have worked for us as my daughter is horrible with mosquito bites. (If there is a mosquito anywhere close, it will find her and no one ...
- I personally use skin so soft on my two boys. We live in a wooded area and the mosquitoes are horrible. The skin so soft works like a charm. I don't find the smell of ...
- I use skin-so-soft prior and Benadryl itch relief stick afterwards.
Insect Repellent
Asked by M.C. from Chicago
on April 25, 2008
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Hi Moms,
I remember a while ago,someone was asking about natural insect repellent.
I believe they said California baby and Burt's Bee suppose to be good,if I remembe...
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- I used the Burt's Bee and ended up with a sunburn because it is an oil. This was a few years ago so it may have changed. Try Avon we have used their's in the past.
- We use the Quantum line. You can see everything here: http://www.quantumhealth.com/productgroups/itchandbite.html
- Hi M., I actually make a safe and effective insect repellent for my family using products from Melaleca The Wellness Company. Visit www.melaleuca.com or www.saferfor...
Insect Repellent
Asked by B.B. from Austin
on September 22, 2008
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Any suggestions on what type of insect repellent to use on a toddler. She seems to be allergic to bites, as they make big red bumps, not sure what type is the best to...
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- My dr. suggested to use the family care off. It has low deet.
- Avon has insect repellent that is made for children. You can go online and find a representative near you.
- Our pediatrician recommended Cutter Advanced. It does not contain DEET, so it is not quite as effective but it is not as toxic to children, either. They make it in a...
Insect Repellent?
Asked by K.F. from Chicago
on May 28, 2008
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We have a family reunion coming up in a few weeks in Minnesota. It's on a lake and basically, I'm told, the whole trip will be fishing, boating, swimming, etc. Anyone ...
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- I just happen to come across an old Natural Health Magazine from last year and there is a section on Chemical Free insect repellent (July/Aug 2007) For Mosquitos: ...
- mint lotion and mint soap. it worked wonders while we were in India. I feel like that is the ultimate test! you would literally see the mosquitos come close to your...
- Here's a GREAT online source for insect repellant that is safe. I recommend the All Terrain for Kids -It is Deet Free. I LOVE this site as I use a lot of nutritional s...
Insect Repellant
Asked by A.F. from Burlington
on March 29, 2008
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Although this winter seems to be dragging on forever, I am starting to look forward to and prepare for summer. I have a 6 month old daughter and I am wondering about ...
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- Kiss My Face Sun Spray SPF 30 is wonderful. Easy to apply and natural. Really works. Not greasy and yucky. It comes in a yellow smaller round pump bottle. I found it a...
- I was told by my doctor not to put anything on my daughters skin until she was over 1 year. The skin absorbs whatever you put on it, not to mention that babies are alw...
- For insect repelling we love Lewey's. http://www.buzzoff.us/home.asp It's basically essential oils within a nutritious oil blend. Perhaps not the best solution fo...
What to Do with an Insect Bite?
Asked by J.P. from Chicago
on August 8, 2006
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Hey moms,
I will be taking my 2 1/2 year old daughter to the doctors but I was wondering if any of you have had to deal with insect bites? I know it sounds weird. M...
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- The 2 white dots make me think it was a spider bite instead of a sting. I would definitly take her to the dr soon because you treat the two things differently. Good ...
- Sounds as if she was bit by a spider not a flying insect Give her a little benadryl and put neosporene on the bite and have the doctor check her out soon. Where was sh...
- My 2 1/2 yr old has had the exact same thing this summer and last(white where she was bit and hard and red around it) only after the initial bite she developed other i...
Natural Insect Repellent & Sunscreen
Asked by A.B. from Dallas
on May 27, 2009
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Have you found an effective insect repellent and sunscreen for toddlers? I'd like to find something that is natural based & non-toxic.
Child Friendly Insect Repellant
Asked by A.S. from San Francisco
on August 13, 2007
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We are going camping in a few days and I was wondering if anyone knew of a child safe insect repellant. Any suggestions would be wonderful! Thanks!
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- Hi, I was watching CNN Dr. Gupta he said anything with DEET in it is the best for protection. I am not so sure of what product is the safest for children. I use...
- The only place to check is Whole Foods, but I don't think there is any. Before I went on my camping trip I talked to my peditrician and he gave me lots of advice. Wh...
- Las summer, we went to Babie's R-Us and looked and found an insect repelant. I can't find the company name, but they had two or three there. We used one that was a cre...
