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      ann peschges
      Student

        hi… I have been making salves to give as gifts, etc.  I would like to make a balm for babies….diaper rash, eczema, etc.  would plantain, comfrey, and calendula be safe for very young children?  Than you, all!

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        Dr. Patrick Jones
        Homestead Instructor

          Comfrey in a lotion is fantastic for sore baby bums. No worries at all as far as I’m concerned.

          My grandson, a toddler, came toddling down the stairs one morning and announced. “Mom, my bum hurts real bad. I need some of Opa’s bum sauce. Opa makes good sauce for my bum!“.

          The magic bum sauce he was referring to was equal parts comfrey, Calendula and marshmallow in a lotion.

          Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

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