Summer Care For Children: 10 Best Summer Care Suggestions For Children

Parents, Are you worried about taking care of your children, especially during the summer?

Summer is a perfect time for children to go on vacations, enjoy or travel with their friends, and participate in a variety of extra-curricular activities. Most importantly, it is a difficult task to keep our children safe and healthy throughout this season.

The climate has been changing day by day in recent times, and the temperature has been increasing as well. It is also time for parents to pay more attention to their children in order to keep them safe. You should also pay equal attention to their safety and health conditions when they are completely engaged in outdoor activities.

From my personal experience, this article discusses the 10 best summer care suggestions for children.

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10 Best Summer Care Suggestions For Children

1. Proper clothing

--> During the summer months, avoid using multiple layers of clothing on children because it will make them sweat excessively and make them feel hot. Use light-colored cotton clothing to provide a comfortable feeling for children.

--> For newborns, just wrap them in light-colored muslin or cotton cloth.

Note: Do not dress children in synthetic material since they will not absorb the water (sweat) from their body.

2. Hydrate... Hydrate... Hydrate

--> Make sure that your children drink sufficient water to compensate for the fluid they have lost in their body. Parents should remind their children to drink water at regular intervals.

--> Water should not be offered to children, especially newborns until they are about 6 months old. You can feed breast milk or formula milk more frequently during this time to keep them hydrated.

Note: Babies can get all the water they need to stay hydrated from breast or formula milk.

3. Frequently offer summer season foods

--> Summer season foods, particularly fruits such as watermelon and muskmelon, are high in nutrients and water content, keeping them hydrated and lowering body temperature.

--> To avoid unnecessary health complications, it is always a good idea for children to eat home-cooked healthy foods, especially during the summer.

Note: Instead of giving junk and fried food items to your children, you can give them fresh fruits, veggies, and vegetable salads or fruit salads to keep them healthy, hydrated, and prevent infections or health problems during the summer.

4. Give a cool bath twice a day

--> Allow your children to take a cool bath twice a day to lower their body core temperature.

Note: You may also take your children to a swimming pool to keep their body hydrated, and it is a fun way to keep them engaged during their vacation.

5. Wear sunglasses and a cap

--> Teach your children to wear sunglasses and a cap or hat whenever they go outside to avoid sunburn and heat rash.

6. Always use sunscreen

--> Sunscreen is made up of a variety of ingredients that protect the skin from harmful sun rays. Children's skin tone can be affected by sunburns and cause a variety of skin complications. Even if your children are not going anywhere, it is important to apply sunscreen on a regular basis.

Note: You can apply sunscreen to children (over 7 months old). Remember to use sunscreen that is appropriate for your child's age group.

7. Avoid going out or playing outside during the harsh sun time

--> It is not advisable for children to spend time outside for activities during peak sun time (between 10 am to 4 pm) because the temperature will be at its maximum and heat waves will be at their most dangerous.

Note: In case of an emergency, if you must go out during that time, do not forget to apply sunscreen, wear sunglasses, and a hat.

8. Summer Hygiene

--> To keep children comfortable throughout the hot summer months and avoid heat rash, use prickly heat talcum powder. However, using too much talc is considered harmful. Use only a small amount after bathing.

--> Washing hands using hand wash and leg wash is important once your children return home from outdoor activities.

--> Teach your children not to share their water bottles with others, because they may get infected by one another.

9. Baby Massage

--> Because of the hot weather, many babies find it difficult to sleep. Giving a gentle massage before bathing is the best way to get a child to sleep peacefully.

What type of oil is best for baby massage?

Coconut oil is best for baby massage since it has a cooling effect on the body and absorbs quickly into the skin.

Note: You can also massage your baby using sesame or almond oil.

10. Diaper Rash

--> During the summer, diaper rash is quite common among babies and infants. So, it is important to change nappies at regular intervals. When you are not traveling, you can use cloth nappies instead of diapers during that period.

What can you do to avoid diaper rash?

Whenever you change a diaper, wipe the area with wet wipes or Lukewarm water, then apply diaper rash cream or a very thin layer of virgin coconut oil. Allow more time for air circulation to help their skin breathe and recover from any rashes.

Final Thought

The above-mentioned suggestions are simple and are among the best summer care tips for children. Always give home-cooked healthy foods to your children. If you notice any symptoms related to summer health complications, it is recommended that you consult your child's doctor as soon as possible.

I hope. This article will provide you with enough information to take care of your children during the summer months.

Yes! Let us enjoy the scorching summer with our little one...!