Dr Teal's Kids Pure Epsom Salt Soak with Melatonin - 2 lbs (2024)

FAQs

Is melatonin Epsom salt safe for babies? ›

Melatonin is not recommended for kids younger than 5 years old.

As most bath products, this product is not recommended for babies and we suggest using our Foaming Bath products carefully (as with all adult products) on toddlers and young children due to stronger fragrances in comparison to children specific products.

- Do not give to children under six years of age except under the advice and supervision of a physician. - For occasional use only.

Dr Teal's Sleep Foaming Bath transforms your bath into a rejuvenating experience with essential oils and long-lasting bubbles. A calming blend of Melatonin, Lavender & Chamomile essential oils help calm the mind for a good night's sleep.

Many children will respond to a low dose (0.5 mg or 1 mg) when taken 30 to 90 minutes before bedtime. Most children who do benefit from melatonin―even those with ADHD―don't need more than 3 to 6 mg of melatonin. Always talk with your pediatrician about the proper dose and timing of melatonin.

In general, when used properly, melatonin seems to have relatively few side effects in children, most of them minor, such as headaches, increased bedwetting, nightmares, dizziness, mood changes, and morning grogginess, all of which disappear with discontinuation.

The most common melatonin side effects include: Headache. Dizziness. Nausea.

The suggested age is 3 years and up. Please consult with your child's pediatrician for use with children under 3 years old.

Bedtime Secret: Draw a Warm Bath

After coming out of a warm bath, a baby's body temperature starts to cool, which can help your infant fall asleep more easily. Use water that's warm but not hot (90 to 100 degrees), and fill the tub with just a couple of inches of water.

How often should you use Dr. Teal's Epsom salt? ›

Directions: Add 2 cups of refreshing Dr Teal's Pure Epsom Salt Soak to a warm bath, and soak silently with your eyes closed, for at least 20 minutes. For best results, soak at least twice per week. Check out Dr Teal's Epsom Salt Soaks.

Your kids can enjoy the amazing benefits of this all-natural remedy too. There are no approved therapeutic claims associated with Epsom salt, but it's a good alternative if you want to help your child calm down. As always, it is best to check with your trusted physician if you are trying this out for the first time.

Not for use on infants.

No interactions were found between Epsom Salt and melatonin.

Active ingredient Purpose Magnesium Sulfate USP (Epsom Salts) External use Soaking solution Internal Use Saline Laxative Uses External: Relieves pain from minor sprains and bruises Internal: Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours.

Although melatonin has been proven safe for short-term use in adults—and it's widely used in various forms—there is simply not enough evidence that shows that melatonin is safe for babies or kids.

However, she doesn't advise giving melatonin to children under the age of 3. Additionally, children who identify as neurodiverse may benefit from taking melatonin. “Children with ADHD, autism and many other neurodevelopmental disorders tend to really struggle with sleep,” Dr. Burns says.

Use sleep spray at bedtime in 4 different ways to enhance your child's sleep routine: in the bath, on pillows \u0026 bedding, on the body, or as a room spray. Not for use on infants.

Are Epsom Salt Baths Safe For Kids? It is absolutely safe to take an Epsom salt bath for toddlers, children, and adults. When the salts are dissolved in bath water, they release magnesium and sulfate ions that are absorbed through the skin.