Helpful Tips

Although there’s no way of guaranteeing you won’t get an infestation of head lice, there are things you can do to reduce the likelihood. Here’s what I recommend...
 

Keep long hair tied back. When your child is playing with others, it’s really important to pop their hair up in a ponytail, bun or braid to minimize the chance for lice to crawl onto their head.

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Spray your child's head daily. Use a non-toxic product, which won't harm their hair or scalp.

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Check your child’s head regularly. Get a Nit Witch Lice Comb for your household and use it once or twice a week - full instructions are provided with the comb. When I visit you for a treatment, I’ll show you the best way to do a thorough check.

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Remember sharing isn't always caring! Avoid sharing hair accessories like brushes, combs, hair ties and headbands. Although it’s not common for lice to be spread this way, it can happen. It’s also wise to make sure clothes, scarves, towels and hats aren’t shared.

 

Be alert! There are a few things to watch out for that may be signs you’re dealing with a lice infestation. They include:

• itching

• swollen glands

• feeling tired even after a good night’s sleep

• a rash at the back of the neck

• movement in the hair.

If you become aware that your child has had contact with someone who has lice - perhaps at school or on a playdate - be sure to check them extra carefully.

 

Ask a friendly witch for advice! If you’re not confident you know how to do a thorough lice check, feel free to contact me.

 

Talk about it! It’s sad that there’s a stigma about head lice - it’s nothing to be ashamed of, after all. And telling people about an outbreak is actually one of the most important ways to keep it under control. If a child has an infestation, you’ll need to tell their school nurse. (It won’t be the first time they’ve heard this news, so don’t worry!) Everyone who may have been in contact with the person who has lice needs to know about it so that they can be checked and treated if they need it.

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Don’t stress! It can be daunting to be faced with an infestation, but don't worry - this too shall pass! When I visit you to take care of your lice problem, I’ll give you advice on cleaning procedures you can follow to minimize the spread. The good news is that lice can’t live for more than 24 hours away from a human head, so there isn’t too much work involved!