Mustard Bath and Mustard Pack

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon powdered mustard (for each gallon of water)
• 1 teaspoon powdered mustard (for each quart of water)
• warm water

Directions

1. Dissolve the mustard powder in a gallon of warm water.

2. Add more water to reach the desired volume.

3. Ensure the water temperature is about 100°F (38°C), raising it to 105°F (40°C) if needed.

4. Soak in the bath for about 10 minutes, rubbing the skin.

5. Rinse with lukewarm water, dry quickly, wrap in a blanket, and rest.

6. For the mustard pack, wring a blanket out in the prepared water.

7. Wrap the naked child in the blanket and leave until the skin is reddened (10-20 minutes).

8. Wash off with warm water, then rinse with lukewarm water, dry, and put to bed without dressing.