We all know that ice is the best thing for helping ease the pain and swelling that comes with toddler bumps and bruises. But getting a toddler to cooperate with cold therapy can be tricky.
Learn how to make a boo-boo-bunny and help your toddler warm-up to cold therapy.
We all know that ice is the best thing for helping ease the pain and swelling that comes with toddler bumps and bruises. But getting a toddler to cooperate with cold therapy can be tricky.
Learn how to make a boo-boo-bunny and help your toddler warm-up to cold therapy.
1. Lay a facecloth out flat.
2. Draw an imaginary line from one corner to the opposite corner creating a centre line on the diagonal.
3. Roll one corner in to the centre line of the facecloth.
4. Repeat with the opposite corner so you have two rolls.
5. Fold the face cloth in half.
6. Flip the ends back creating ears.
7. Secure with a rubberband or hair tie around the bunny’s neck.
8. Find a little pocket in the bunny’s back and tuck an ice cube into it.
Before you know it your toddler will be asking for a boo-boo bunnies with every bump and bruise.
Be safe with icing. Keep it brief – a couple of minutes will do – and avoid direct contact with skin to protect against frostbite.
For more information of if you have any questions for Dr. Patterson and would like to book an assessment or complimentary consultation call The Health Centre of Milton at 905-878-8131.
Being a mom herself, Dr. Patterson has experience first hand the benefits of chiropractic care for the pre and postnatal period for mom and baby as well as the growing toddler. She takes special interest in the treatment of pregnancy and pediatrics. She is committed to providing high quality care to her patients, improving their physical well-being and improving their capacity to participate fully in life.
Dr. Rebecca Patterson B.A. (Hons.), D.C.
905-878-8131
420 Main St E. Unit 102 &103
Milton Ontario L9T 1P9
