Caked Breasts, Fresh Hops for
“Fry one pint of fresh hops in a half cup of lard until the lard is a rich brown, then strain, set away to cool and use as a salve.”
Source: Mother’s Remedies: Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remidies from Mothers of the United States and Canada, T. J. Ritter
Sore Nipples, Good Family Ointment for
“Four ounces of white wax, one ounce bayberry wax, three ounces of spermaceti, one pint olive oil. Mix briskly over a slow fire, taking care to stir it briskly until cool.” This is an excellent ointment for mothers when troubled with sore nipples; it moistens the skin and forms a coating. It is good for dry, scurvy, chapped hands, blotches on the face and all sores which require a mild ointment, but should be assisted with internal remedies when the case requires it.
Source: Mother’s Remedies: Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remidies from Mothers of the United States and Canada, T. J. Ritter
Ointment for Sore Nipples
Take of tincture of tolu, two teaspoonfuls; spermaceti ointment, half an ounce; powdered gum, two teaspoonfuls. Mix these materials well together to make an ointment. The white of an egg mixed with brandy is the best application for sore nipples; the person should consult a doctor.
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