Summer is upon us, and warm days are the perfect opportunity to get out and explore. While you should enjoy the sun as much as possible, it is important that your children are kept safe.
At First Steps Grimsby Ltd, this month’s blog offers tips to keep your child safe in the sun. For more details, call us in Grimsby on 01472 352 524.
Apply Sunscreen Properly
One incredibly important factor to keeping your children safe in the sun is ensuring they have the right amount of sun cream on. It should be applied generously. Furthermore, you should choose a sun cream with SPF 30 or higher.
Be sure to check the ‘UVA’ (ultraviolet A radiation) protection. The higher the star rating, the better. Sunscreen needs to be applied 30 minutes before going out and should be applied to the following:
- Ears
- Hands
- Feet
- Behind the neck
- Lips
- Any other areas exposed to the sun
In addition to this, it is important to apply certain creams every 4 hours. This is required more often if your child has been sweating or swimming.
Stay Hydrated
Dehydration can cause illness. It is important that you ensure your child remains hydrated throughout the hot weather. Keep fresh and cool water available at all times and prompt your child to drink throughout the day.
Stay in the Shade
The best way to avoid sun burn is by staying in the shade during the hottest hours of the day. This is between 11am and 3pm. Hot weather can also make existing health conditions worse.
Oversized t-shirts can also provide great protection.
Be Careful with Fair Skin
Children with fair skin need to take great care in the sun. As well as using sun cream, dress them in clothing the covers their arms and legs.
Babies younger than six months should also be kept out of direct sunlight.
Contact First Steps Grimsby Ltd
For more information about how you can keep your child safe in the sun, contact First Steps Grimsby Ltd. Call us today on 01472 352 524. Alternatively, you can send us a message via our contact form and we’ll be in touch.
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