A Tool to Suck Out Mosquito Venom

This inexpensive little tool has prevented all of our mosquito bites from itching, swelling, or leaving scars since it was ordered online in early spring. Even our four-year-old grandson was able to use it successfully to draw out the venom from his mosquito bites.

I would imagine it would lessen the effect of spider and tick bites - even snake bites. It's worth a try if such a tragic thing would happen. Carry this tool on hikes and keep it in the same spot in your home in case you need it in a hurry. At less than ten dollars buying two is a great idea too.

Do a search for: BUG BITE THING Suction Tool, Poison Remover - Bug Bites and Bee/Wasp Stings, Natural Insect Bite Relief

Home Remedies for Mosquito Bites on Babies

July 6, 2016

by Erin Elizabeth - Used by permission

http://www.healthnutnews.com/home-remedies-mosquito-bites-babies/

 

Mosquitoes are ubiquitous and it is very challenging to prevent bites without the application of topical agents. In addition to practicing prevention with environmental deterrents, there are many natural home remedies for mosquitoes bites on babies. They are simple and very effective.

Read more on the top natural home remedies for mosquito bites on babies!

Solutions to Problems

by Lois Breneman - Heart to Heart - 2013

 

Sunburn ~ Wet a clean washcloth with cold water, wring it out, and saturate the cloth with raw apple cider vinegar.  Lay the cloth on stinging sunburn for instant relief.  Allow the vinegar to soak into the skin before removing cloth.  Allow vinegar to dry on skin, and apply coconut oil to the sunburn.  It should be much better by the next day.

 

Mosquito Bites ~ My best new way to remove the furious itch of mosquito bites is to rub the inside of a banana peel on the bite.  It worked for me!  Lavender essential oil or tea tree oil also help to relieve the sting.  If that doesn't work for you, try applying apple cider vinegar, a slice of lemon, or a thick paste of baking soda and water to the bite.  Rubbing a bar of soap on the bite or running hot water on the area may help the itch as well. And then there's the remedy of putting a slice of onion on the bite, so take your pick, but I'd start with the banana peel.  That one worked best for me, along with lavender essential oil.  Here's a very interesting article about who mosquitoes prefer when it comes to their next meal.  Some factors that draw mosquitoes the most are people with blood type O, a full moon, and smelly feet!  Read it for yourself:  http://health.yahoo.net/experts/dayinhealth/why-are-some-people-mosquito-magnets

Sugar Cravings ~ Try this sugar buster!  Mix equal parts of coconut oil and a nut butter together, and add a small amount of raw honey (or stevia).  Eat a small amount when you crave sugar.  http://www.pvnutritionaltherapy.com/how-to-stop-sugar-cravings-with-the-sugar-buster/

 

Acne ~ Here's information about a cure without chemicals ~ http://empoweredsustenance.com/7-secrets-to-cure-acne-without-chemicals/

Silverfish Infestation ~ Get rid of silverfish naturally with lavender essential oil.  Dilute with water in a glass spray bottle.  Here's the link with more info: http://retromellie.hubpages.com/hub/How-to-get-rid-of-Silverfish-using-Lavender-Oil

 

Cobwebs and Spiders ~ To get rid of cobwebs and spiders, spray peppermint essential oil (diluted with water in a glass spray bottle) in the corners of every room as well as other places they seem to congregate.  You can also saturate cotton balls with peppermint oil and place them behind framed pictures and other places where they won't be noticed.

Never Enough Bathroom Towel Racks ~ When I was pregnant with our third child, I wondered where we could hang another towel in the bathroom.  We had two towel racks about five feet from the floor, next to each other, with a space of six inches between them.  After studying the situation one day, I came up with the solution of  installing another matching rack a foot below the two original racks, and centering it between them.  They overlapped just enough for a washcloth to be hung on the inside of the top two racks without interfering with the lower rack, where the third child's towels were to hang.  This  worked perfectly and looked nice - like it belonged.  Now that the three children are all married and trying to figure out where to hang all of their own towels, we still put all three racks to use with bath towels on the two upper racks and a hand towel on the lower one.  I also found a sweet metal decoration of birds with three more hooks for extra towels to use when family or friends visit.

If that's not enough space to hand towels, here's another way to extend space for hanging towels.  Install a spring-loaded shower curtain rod behind the existing shower curtain rod, and you've got more space for a few more.  They will be safe (dry) if using the tub for baths, but when showering the towels need to be slid away from the shower head. 

Unsolicited Phone Calls ~ Add your phone number to the "Do Not Call" registry by calling 1-888-382-1222.  You must be calling from the phone number you want removed from the list.  It will take about 30 days before this takes effect.  Even if you were on the list earlier, but are once again getting lots of sales calls, it's time to call again.  This is not a permanent thing.  www.donotcall.gov

Tips and Tidbits

Cherished Valentines <3 ~ This year why not start a little early and make handmade cards for your husband, children, parents, or special friends.  Simply list what you see as being special about that person and why you love him or her.  The power of these written words about themselves will be very meaningful and saved, you can be sure of that!   Use the times you have to sit and wait to write your lists! 

Be Kind and Considerate in Your Home as well as with friends and strangers.  There is no room to be sarcastic which is usually hurtful to someone.  Being kind and considerate sounds easy, but sometimes we get into the bad habit of not being so nice to those we love the most.  Be intentional in using words like "please, thank you, I appreciate that, that was so thoughtful of you, and what can I do for you today?"  Speak in a kind voice - and smile! 

How to Grow Basil in Your Kitchen All Winter Long ~ My son, James, showed me the tall basil plant and several smaller ones growing on their windowsill when we visited recently.  The tall plant was brought inside from their garden last summer.  James said he's been cutting off sprigs from the plant and rooting them in water, then planting them in soil in smaller pots.  There's nothing like fresh herbs to add to your meals! 

Effective Grease Removers ~ I've read and even shared many remedies for removing grease from clothing, but I've recently found several that work the best for me.  Citrasolv is a natural cleaner and degreaser concentrate with valencia orange essential oil.  It comes as a concentrate in an 8 oz. bottle as well as a spray in a 22 oz. bottle.  I bought these both at a health food store.  Grandma's Secret Spot Remover is effective, but it would be wise to test it first on an inconspicuous place to be sure it won't remove color.  It comes in a 2 oz. bottle and is about $4 at A.C. Moore.

Free Wallpaper Samples for Pretty Wrapping Paper ~ January is the time of the year when wallpaper sample books are discontinued and moved out of stores to make room for the new ones.  It doesn't hurt to ask.  Some wallpaper samples make wonderful, elegant wrapping paper for smaller gifts.  Tie it with a ribbon and you've got a beautiful gift wrap!

Raise the Humidity in Your Home to Make it Feel Warmer during the Colder Months ~ If you find there is static in your home from cold temperatures and dry air, keep a pot of water simmering on the stove (low heat), but make sure it doesn't go dry.  Humidity in the air will make your home feel much more comfortable in the winter. 

 

Be Prepared for Mosquito Bites with this Tip ~ I know it's early, but it's 72 degrees in Virginia as I write this!  Be prepared!  This is a good tip to know!  Rub the inside of a banana peel on a mosquito bite to ease the itch and prevent redness and infection.  Read more at this site: http://www.thehealthyhomeeconomist.com/fast-and-effective-mosquito-bite-remedy-thats-proba bly-already-in-your-kitchen/

Repelling Mosquitoes

Author unknown - Thanks to Karen Coughlin in Florida for sending this!

It's about that time folks!  Okay mosquitoes ...  prepare to be repelled!

Use Bounce Fabric Softener Sheets Best thing ever used in Louisiana ... just wipe on and go ... Great for Babies.

Bob, a fisherman, takes one vitamin B-1 tablet a day April through October . He said it works. He was right. Hasn't had a mosquito bite in 33 years. Try it. Every one he has talked into trying it works on them. Vitamin B-1( Thiamine Hydrochloride 100 mg.)

If you eat bananas, the mosquitoes like you!  It's something about the banana oil as your body processes it.  Stop eating bananas for the summer and the mosquitoes will be much less interested.

This is going to floor you, but one of the best insect repellents someone found (who is in the woods every day), is Vick's Vaporub.

Plant marigolds around the yard, the flowers give off a smell that bugs do not like, so plant some in that garden also to help ward off bugs without using insecticides.

"Tough guy" Marines who spend a great deal of time "camping out" say that the very best mosquito repellent you can use is Avon Skin-So-Soft bath oil mixed about half and half with alcohol.

When all else fails, get a frog!

Help Cut Down on the Mosquito Population / Repelling / Natural Oils / Itch

HELP CUT DOWN ON THE MOSQUITO POPULATION

by Lois Breneman - 2003 - Heart to Heart

Moms, do you ever have trouble finding jobs for your children to keep them busy and learn responsibility at the same time?  Here's one!  Especially now that the West Nile Virus is a serious problem, we need to take measures to cut down on the mosquito population.  Deborah Taylor-Hough wrote the following information as a letter.  Her complete bio is at the end of the next article.

The first step in avoiding mosquitoes getting the bite on you - and your family - this summer is to eliminate the local mosquito population at its source. Mosquitoes use stagnant water for their breeding grounds, so drain any collections of stagnant water found in your yard, neighborhood or workplace.  Also keep your eye out for these frequently overlooked locations of standing water:

·         discarded tires

·         roof gutters clogged with leaves or other debris

·         rain barrels

·         wading pools

·         drainage ditches

·         paint buckets

·         watering cans

·         tin cans

·         paper cups or other discarded trash

·         trash containers

·         infrequently used yard equipment

·         plant containers

·         bird baths

·         broken toys

·         pet water bowls

·         holes in tree stumps

If your kids want to play in their wading pool, be sure to dump the water out at least once a week and turn the pool upside down when not in use so rain doesn't collect in it. And if you want to keep your birdbath and pet's outdoor watering bowl, be sure to clean out the water at least two times each week. If you have an outdoor fish pond with goldfish or amphibians, the mosquito larva will be eaten by the fish so you won't need to drain the fish pond.

  

REPELLING MOSQUITOES NATURALLY
Copyright 2003 Deborah Taylor-Hough
Used with permission.  All rights reserved.
http://hometown.aol.com/dsimple/

(Note from Lois: Avon has several safe and effective insect repellents without Deet.)

        With the advent of mosquito season, many people are feeling concern for more than just the annoying itchiness of a bite or two.  Worries about West Nile Virus -- and other mosquito-carried diseases -- are leading many who would normally avoid excessive use of chemicals, to start spraying and slathering on insect repellents containing the chemical, DEET (N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide).
        But are there valid, healthier options when it comes to repelling our fine buzzing and biting friends?  You bet! Some ideas for natural insect repellents fall into the category of folklore, myth and urban legends, but other natural remedies can be an effective means of protecting yourself and your loved ones from biting bugs and harsh chemicals.
        Natural insect repellents tend to provide coverage for a shorter time, but their coverage is safer so you may find it worth the extra effort applying a bit more often.  Most natural repellents only offer about one-tenth of the protection time found in DEET-containing products, so plan on reapplying every 30 minutes or so.  Because of their shorter protection time, natural repellents are ideal for short evening outdoor activities like walking the dog, barbequeing, or watering the garden.
        REMEMBER: Don't spray or apply any insect repellents (natural or chemical) over cuts, scratches, rashes, or other open spots in the skin.  Also, be sure to avoid the eye area when applying repellents.

ESSENTIAL OILS AS NATURAL REPELLENTS

        The most common -- and most effective -- natural insect repellents are various essential oils.  Clove oil and citronella (rose geranium) are the most effective against mosquitos, but be careful with clove oil and use it sparingly -- it can be a skin irritant.  Other fairly effective essential oils include: Lemon grass, eucalyptus, castor oil, peppermint, tea tree oil, lavender, and cedar.  You can buy cedar oil in spray-on bottles at your local pet store.
        It's important to remember when using essential oils: Don't use them internally!  They need to be used externally on your skin and garments.  Be sure to test any oils on a small patch of skin before applying widely to your body to avoid allergic reactions or skin irritations.
        You can make your own insect repellent sprays by combining rubbing alcohol (or witch hazel or olive oil) with one of the listed essential oils (about 10-to-1, alcohol-to-oil ratio). Shake well before each use.

        To make a lotion, use: 2 ounces distilled water, 2 ounces olive oil, and about 120 drops essential oil.  Put the water into a deep mixing bowl, and using a wire whip, begin beating quickly while slowly drizzling in the olive oil.  After oil is mixed into the distilled water, stir in the essential oil of your choice (citronella is probably the most effective for insect repellent use).
        You can also add a few drops of your choice of insect-repelling essential oils to your shampoo or liquid soap to help counteract the perfumes in these products.
        Keep in mind that the following criteria reduces the effectiveness of all insect repellents:  Clothing rubbing on your skin, natural evaporation, your skin's natural ability to absorb anything applied to it, sweat or rain washing off the repellent, and a windy environment.
        Some folks claim that garlic is an effective insect repellent, but I think it works best for repelling friends (and maybe a vampire or two).

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
--Deborah Taylor-Hough (wife and mother of three) is the author of the bestselling book, 'Frozen Assets: How to Cook for a Day and Eat for a Month' and the newly released, 'Frugal Living For Dummies(r)' (Wiley, 2003). Visit Debi online at:  http://hometown.aol.com/dsimple/  Browse her latest book at: http://snurl.com/jpv

HOW TO EASE THE ITCH

Note from Lois:  Then if those pesky skeeters do get you or your family, try these remedies to help ease the itch:

·         Hold a hot washcloth on the bite for a minute.  Repeat several times, keeping cloth hot.

·         Coat the bite with Maximum Strength Oragel – This was my husband's idea and it helps!