Worms in container with baby nipples?

Question

have a question for u i have this container that I put my 12 month old sons nipples and stuff in and I had like old stuff in there like old soothers and medicine droppers. I usually wash them in soap and water and then put them in the container. Well I havent been doing dishes lately my mother has as my hand is full of exema! Well i went to just go make a bottle for him and I grabbed the container out and noticed black all inside it on the medicine droppers and soothes as they are always in there. ANd then there were little worms on the bottom as well. WHAT THE HELL??? I threw everything out immediatly but is my son going to be ok. I mean everytime I took nipples out for bottles there were fine no black no nothing, I feel so horrible, is he going to get worms or anything? SHould I take him to the dr? PLEASE HELP

Answer 1

Okay, you can breathe because chances are your son is just fine, and will be just fine. Gross I know, but fortunately not anything deadly. The reason for the black was probably mold from dampness or residual medicine in the droppers and such. That attracted critters. Not having seen them, I can't identify them for you, but you didn't give your son anything. As long as he's otherwise healthy, I think you can relax a bit. At his age, that's not the worst thing that will likely end up in his mouth anyway. Some things you just don't want to know or have confirmed. Just clean up everything else. In the future, when you have medicine droppers and such, it's best to leave those air dry in plain sight so you know they are good, clean and dry before putting them away. Meanwhile, try to relax. Your son is about to discover all sorts of tasty things that you would prefer he didn't. Mine discovered cat kibble at that same age, and ate a grasshopper the same cat brought her as a present. She survived and so did I, and so will you and your son.

Answer 2

Those "worms" wre more than likely maggots. The black was likely mold. If you saw nothing on the nipples, than chances are the nipples are fine. In the future, maybe keep those things in something that is open to air, or at the very least make sure they are completely dry before going into the container. I wouldn't rush the child to the doctor, but I would call and ask to speak to a nurse, explain the situation, and see what they think. Relax, calm down. We all have our own story of "omg I cant believe I did this to my child." Mine involved a package of diapers that I found small beatles in after using half the package. Ick.

Answer 3

You're a Mom. Live by this rule: When in doubt.. call your doctor!!



He may need to run some tests. There are quick easy remedies for worms.



Also, get yourself a box of disposable, non powdered gloves. You can get them in just about any pharmacy or drug store. Fire your Mom from handling anything that goes down your babies throat. Love her.. but let her relax and get off her feet! And then every time you handle those nipples, put your gloves on. Pretend you're working in a professional kitchen.

Answer 4

Probably will be fine. I don't think he could get worms, the black stuff was probably mold. If you're worried take him to a doctor so you'll have peace of mind.

Answer 5

I think you can relax. Watch him for any signs or symptoms and in the future have a container that can be washed in a disinfectant and just continue to be as clean as possible.

I wish you, your mother, and your son well.

Answer 6

Take him to the Dr



Never hurts to get an infant checked out, anyway

Answer 7

I think he should be fine but if you need more of a ease of mind take him to the Dr.

Answer 8

You might want to take him to the doctor and explain the situation and see what they have to say. Or see if he seems sick or feverish in ANY way, then seek help immediately. Heres to his health... *<:o)

Answer 9

Your baby has got worms perhaps? Next time poo check for worms.



Try the link below. . .



http://www.goodtoknow.co.uk/health/133269/Threadworms-in-children?pkw=worms&gclid=CLil5a_1gpYCFQwvlAodw1XgEw