Ajwain Potli for Babies and Kids
Ajwain Potli is a simple home remedy made from roasted ajwain seeds wrapped in a muslin cloth. This remedy is safe and natural without any chemicals, many family use it during winter when cold and congestion are common in babies. You can try this for babies as it is a natural inhaler and absolutely safe.

Making potli takes just takes few minutes and ingredients needed is only ajwain seed, no other thing is required. Potli can be hold near baby nose so that they breathe in aroma, or keep close while they sleep so they get benefit passively. This remedy is very affordable it works well for preventing cold.
[feast_advanced_jump_to]About Ajwain Potli for Babies and Kids
Ajwain Potli is a traditional remedy used in many Indian homes to treat cold, congestion and breathing difficulty in babies and toddlers. It is made by roasting ajwain seeds until nice aroma release, then tying them in small muslin cloth to create potli that can be use as an natural inhaler.Β
The strong smell from roasted ajwain helps clear nasal passage and makes breathing easy for little ones who struggle with stuffiness. This remedy works best when potli is fresh and aroma is still strong, it can be used for two days then make new potli.
You can make potli in different sizes depending on baby age and comfort, small potli is easier for older kids to hold while larger ones are good for keeping near crib. Some people keep potli in pillow case or hang it near baby cot so that the aroma spreads in the air.Β
I usually make potli when my baby starts getting stuffy nose and cold sign comes, it helps so much and baby breathing become easier and they can sleep better. I feel fresh roasted potli is more effective than old ones.
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Ajwain Potli for Babies and Kids Ingredients
- Ajwain seeds - Used ajwain seed for making potli and it strong aroma help with congestion and breathing.Β
How to make Ajwain Potli Step by Step
1.Measure a tablespoon of ajwain seeds, dry roast until nice aroma comes. Let it cool down completely.

2.Take a muslin cloth, add the roasted ajwain to it

3.Bring the edges to the center and putΒ a knot. Your ajwain potli is ready.

Just inhale every now and then which helps in easy breathing and gives a soothing effect.

Expert Tips
- Roasting - I always dry roast ajwain in pan on medium heat until aroma comes out strong. I don't roast too much or it will burn and smell becomes bad, just roast until golden brown.
- Cooling - I let roasted ajwain cool complete before tying in cloth, if it is too hot it makes cloth uncomfortable to hold.Β
- Cloth selection - I use muslin cloth because it is soft and does not irritate baby skin, any thin breathable cloth also works.Β
- Potli size - I make small potli so that babies and kids can easily hold and play with it without dropping.Β
- Storage - I keep potli in container after two days aroma fade and make fresh one. Don't keep same potli for too long as aroma become weak and it not work good anymore.
- Safety - I always make sure knot is tight so that ajwain don't spill out, keep it away from baby mouth so that they don't put it in mouth. When baby is sleeping I keep potli near but not direct on face.
Serving and Storage
Serve Ajwain Potli to baby by keeping it near nose so that they breathe in aroma, or hold it gently during day when baby awake and playing. Serve at night by keeping potli near crib or pillow so that baby gets benefit while sleeping and congestion relief comes. Store potli in airtight container for two days only, after that aroma fades and it does not work, make fresh potli for continued benefit.
FAQS
1. At what age can baby use Ajwain Potli?
Ajwain Potli is safe from three months onwards as there is no direct contact with skin, just aroma inhale.
2. Can I use the same potli multiple times?
You can use for two days but aroma becomes weak after that, make fresh potli for better results and effectiveness.
3. Is Ajwain Potli safe for newborn baby?
Yes it safe as long as it far from baby face and no direct contact happens, aroma inhale is enough.
4. Can I use Ajwain Potli along with other medicine?
Yes Ajwain Potli can be used along with medicines, it is natural remedy and does not interfere with medicine given by doctor.
5. What if baby tries to put potli in mouth?
Make sure potli knot is tight and kept away from baby reach, if baby gets it in mouth just take out and wash hand and mouth.

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Ajwain Potli for Babies and Kids
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon ajwain / omam / carom seeds
Instructions
- Measure a tablespoon of ajwain seeds, dry roast until nice aroma comes. Let it cool down completely.
- Take a muslin cloth, add the roasted ajwain to it.
- Bring the edges to the center and putΒ a knot. Your ajwain potli is ready. Just inhale every now and then which helps in easy breathing and gives a soothing effect.
Notes
- Roasting - I always dry roast ajwain in pan on medium heat until aroma comes out strong. I don't roast too much or it will burn and smell becomes bad, just roast until golden brown.
- Cooling - I let roasted ajwain cool complete before tying in cloth, if it is too hot it makes cloth uncomfortable to hold.Β
- Cloth selection - I use muslin cloth because it is soft and does not irritate baby skin, any thin breathable cloth also works.Β
- Potli size - I make small potli so that babies and kids can easily hold and play with it without dropping.Β
- Storage - I keep potli in container after two days aroma fade and make fresh one. Don't keep same potli for too long as aroma become weak and it not work good anymore.
- Safety - I always make sure knot is tight so that ajwain don't spill out, keep it away from baby mouth so that they don't put it in mouth. When baby is sleeping I keep potli near but not direct on face.
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