ciken pox kanak2 & baby

Aiyyo chickenpox memang sakit hati, but honestly the best thing is let it run its course, usually 7-10 days je, and focus on keeping them comfortable and scratching to a minimum (that's when the scars come). For both babies, moisturise heavily dengan plain lotions, trim their nails short, and a few of us mums swear by oatmeal baths to soothe the itch. Diet-wise, nothing special speeds it up, but make sure they're getting enough fluids and soft foods (porridge, mashed fruits, yogurt) since some might have sore mouth, and for your 8-month-old, check with the doctor about what's safe for the skin since antihistamine creams can be tricky with that age. For scars, honestly prevention is key (don't let them pick!), but do check with a paediatrician about scar treatments for later because it depends on how deep they are. Stay strong, I know this phase is exhausting!