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First aid for bump/bruises




Today's topic at Mommy Moments is to share some of our first-aid techniques. Here's the up-to-date guide in aiding bumps/bruises:

Before, I think that I need to apply ice on a bruise until it heals. Now, I learned that Ice or a cold compress is useful in the first 24 hours, then switch to warm compresses

Why?

A bruise is a broken blood vessel under the skin, and applying ice to the area early on will help stop the internal bleeding and inflammation. A day after the injury, put warm compresses or a hot water bottle on the bruise to increase blood flow to the area, which will help break up the blood clot. A heating pad on a low setting will also work -- just be sure to place a cloth or towel between it and your child´s skin. (None of this will produce magical healing, though: You´ll probably see a kaleidoscope of colors for about 10 days.)

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  1. naku Marce, marami pagn bukol ang aabutin ni Hyzyd, ang mga anak ko, bukol, pasa, gasgas ang inabot bago naging 5 years old.. Nit, first aid kid is always great to have. dito sa amin kapag may nakitang box ng bad aid, makiktia mo na lang sa floor, puro balat, at ipinag lalagay na sa kanilang mga balat at meron daw silang booboo..

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  2. oh my. kids are so prone to bumps and bruises, don't they? :)

    haha! but i guess, it's part of being a kid and growing up..

    thanks for dropping by! :)

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  3. even with the bump, your baby is still cute...

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  4. i remember when Toby was around that age.. he would always have bumps on his forehead every now and then...

    and yes, you are correct about the cold compress and warm compress. i remember our pedia telling us about this...

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