First-aid essentials

Thermometer with spare batteries (digital or ear type)

Child-safe paracetamol/ibuprofen syrup, with a clear dosing chart

Oral rehydration salts (ORS) or electrolyte solution

Plasters, sterile gauze, and bandages

Antiseptic wipes or solution (like iodine or chlorhexidine)

Cold pack (instant or reusable ice pack)

Burn gel or cling film

Saline drops or spray (for blocked nose or cleaning eyes/wounds)

Prescribed medicines (such as asthma inhalers with their attachments, or allergy medication)

Child-safe antihistamine syrup (only if a doctor has recommended it)

Scissors and tweezers

Torch/flashlight with spare batteries

Emergency/thermal blanket