My Go-To Natural First Aid Kit Supplies

Children or no children, it is important to always have a natural first aid kit close by! You honestly never know when you might need something to treat sudden illness or an unexpected injury. (Are any injuries really expected? Ha!)

I have been putting together the final version of my natural first aid kit for several years. It morphed from a pretty typical drugstore kit to an incredibly holistic chest of treasures that I take everywhere with me. And believe you me, it has come in handy more than once.

Like the time Tiny got attacked by a dog while we were walking in the middle of nowhere.

Or the time I found myself in the middle of a patch of poison oak!

Had I not had my trusty natural first aid kit supplies, I guarantee the outcome would have been very different for both of us!

Sure, it is super easy to grab a ready-made first aid kit from the store. Shoot – even I have one of those somewhere. While they have a lot of great stuff in them, I do feel like they don’t meet the needs of the more natural health minded person. There are just so many great remedies from nature that have a solid place in the list of natural first aid kit supplies. 

Having said that, there is ONE ready-made natural first aid kit. It looks promising but I still feel like my DIY first aid kit is better. 😉 If you want to check out the Mediaid First Aid and Wellness Kit, I won’t fault you. But I still encourage you to make your own, your way.

So let’s take a peek inside my 100% cotton natural first aid kit shall we?

My Go-To Natural First Aid Kit Supplies

I am not a licensed medical professional nor do I play one on this blog. Please use my suggestions as a research tool and not as medical advice.

Coconut Oil! This should come as no surprise since it is known to literally tackle most anything. You’d be surprise how convenient it becomes when you are camping. It actually came in very hand one day at the park when this sweet little toddler got her hand stuck between a handrail and another part of the play structure. A little coconut oil and it slid right out!

When it comes to my first aid kit, I only pack coconut oil that does not come in a glass jar like the brands typically I use and love! Yes, glass is better than plastic but not on the go! Too much risk of it breaking. Plus, when you are in a situation which requires fast action, a plastic bottle can be tossed about whereas a glass bottle cannot!

Arnica Gel – should you find yourself or a loved one with a bump, strain, or sprain, getting some arnica gel applied to the affected areas promptly may  greatly reduce the chance of swelling and decrease the intensity of the injury or bruise.

Shepard’s Purse Tincture – this powerful tincture has been used to stop post-partum hemmorhaging in it’s tracks! This makes it great to have on hand in the event of major bleeding.

Arnica Echinacea Pellets – For bruises, sprains, swellings or other first aid needs, you simply dissolve pellets under the tongue for potential relief every hour during the initial phase of treatment. It contains arnica, belladonna, calendula, chamomile, comfrey, daisy, echinacea, monkshood, St. Johns’ wort, witch hazel, yarrow, and more. This is truly a “must-have” for me. I have had incredible success with it!

Activated Charcoal – These capsules from Nature’s Way are great to keep in your kit in the event of a sudden onset of food poisoning, intestinal illness, vomiting, diarrhea, ingestion of toxins, etc. You never know what your child might gobble up while out for a hike! (Oh wait – is that just my kid that does that?) Activated charcoal is absolutely something you want to take in the event of accidental poisonous mushroom or plant consumption.

Tea Tree Oil – This is a multipurpose remedy to apply to cuts, rashes, mosquito bites, stings, sprains, and burns. It can also be dabbed onto pulse points as an insect repellent. Anti-fungal and antiviral, tea tree oil is thought to be one of the best non irritating antiseptic essential oils.

Lavender essential oil – It is basically known as an all-purpose remedy in the world of essential oils. Lavender has sedative, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It may be helpful for headaches, wounds, and burns. For most people, lavender essential oil can be applied directly to the skin.

Echinacea is essential for my first aid kit. It is known to be stimulating to the immune system, helping to fight off infection or cold. Because it may reduce inflammation, it is also useful for allergies and food poisoning. It can be taken internally and applied externally for infections, abscesses and bug, spider or snake bites but do your research on how to use it properly.

Clay – clay works wonders for me for drawing out infection and impurities. I would never leave home without it! I have been known to whip up a clay poultice in many a public location.

Homemade Pain Relief Salve – You can find the recipe in my eBook, Salve Made Simple, along with a bazillion more! I like to keep this one on hand as it really does the trick of easing pain and discomfort!

Rescue Remedy – I LOVE this product! It is known to minimize shock, panic, fear and trauma. It is made from five flowers – Star of Bethlehem for shock, Rock Rose for terror and panic, Cherry Plum for desperation, Impatiens for stress and Clematis for loss of consciousness and that “far away feeling.” According to the package insert, four drops are taken under the tongue or added to a glass of water and then sipped. If someone is unconscious, rub a few drops into the lips, behind the ears or on the pulse points of the wrist. It has a very calming effect and can be given not only to an injured person, but to the person administering care who needs to remain serene.

Hydrogen Peroxide – Its cheap, shelf stable, and a great wound cleaner when soap and water won’t cut it. You can find small 6 ounce bottles if you are short on space. They also make these great spray bottle kinds.

Natural Calm – you’d be surprised what a little magnesium can do! Constipated? Nauseated? Stressed? You need to carry this with you, especially with travel. Your system can definitely get out of whack if you know what I mean.

A wide assortment of bandages (including butterfly bandages), gauze, cloth tape, and ace bandage type wraps.

Superglue – On minor to moderate skin cuts (not puncture wounds) you might consider using superglue and butterfly bandages. While I have not had to use it personally, it is known to be great in a pinch if a wound requires stitches and you cannot get treatment quickly.

Bulb syringe – this baby is good for way more than snot removal! I have sucked up all kinds of things with it. I’ll spare you all the details but trust me, it comes in really handy! I like this one in particular because it is good for noses and ears and all kinds of other places.

Tweezers – what a bulb syringe can’t suck out, a good pair of tweezers can pull out! I have used many tweezers in my lifetime but this brand is my absolute favorite!

Small scissors – seriously, you won’t believe how often I need these.

There are all kinds of other little goodies that I throw in on a whim, but the items listed above are the major ones.

Do you have a natural first aid kit? If so, what supplies are in yours?