‘Be prepared’. It’s not just for girl scouts, it’s the motto of mums everywhere. Being prepared when it comes to illness and injury can mean the difference between a quick resolution and driving around at all hours of the night looking for a 24-hour chemist (not fun with a teething baby, trust me!)

1. Band-Aids and first aid.

2. Electrolyte replacement products.

"I cannot tell you how many times having a box of these in the freezer has saved my family." Image via iStock.

3. Pain relief (essential).

4. Vapouriser/humidifier.

A vaporiser can make all the difference when you have a congested or snuffly baby. Image via iStock.

5. Head lice treatments.

6. Vitamins.

Prevention is better than a cure. Vitamins come in handy liquid or chewable forms for children, thank goodness. Image via iStock.

7. Formula.

What must-have items do you have it your bathroom cabinet?

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