How to Get Rid of Fleas Safely Around Babies

Fleas are small parasites that thrive and live off the blood of mammals and birds. Besides the nuisance factor of having fleas in your home, they also have the potential to transmit germs and diseases. As a parent to a baby or child, you may be worried if there are fleas in your home. However, with some work you will be able to remove fleas safely and naturally without worrying about harming your baby.

Things You'll Need

  • Flea killer for pets
  • Flea shampoo for pets
  • Borax
  • Salt
  • Vacuum cleaner
  • Pan of water
  • Lamp
  • Dish soap
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Instructions

    • 1

      Take your pet or pets to a veterinarian to get treated. A veterinarian will usually place a flea preventative, such as Frontline or Advantage, on your pet to deter any new fleas from jumping on and to kill any fleas already on your pet's body.

    • 2

      Take a container and fill it halfway with table salt and the other half with borax powder. Mix the two together. Sprinkle this mixture on any carpet, flooring or furniture that is or may be infested. Make sure to have your baby in a separate room while you do this. Leave the mixture in place for two days before you vacuum. If you are going to stay in the house, cover the furniture with sheets and do not have your child on the floor. It is best that you have your child out of the house while you do this.

    • 3

      Take an aluminum pan and fill it with water and a small amount of dish detergent. Make sure the water covers the pan entirely. Place the pan where the fleas are and shine a small lamp over the pan. Fleas like warm areas and light, and they will hop into the pan. Do this every night until you notice that there are no longer any fleas jumping into the pan.

    • 4

      Vacuum everything, including the furniture and the edges along the walls to remove the fleas. Once you have finished vacuuming, dump the vacuum bag in the outside garbage and replace it with a new one. This will ensure that the fleas that survive inside the vacuum bag cannot escape back into your home.