Sun Safety for Kids
Summer is in full swing. It is a great time to play outdoors, splashing in a sprinkler head or the park. It is also an easy time for children to overheat or get tanned.
"Babies and children can overheat very quickly, often taking parents or caregivers by surprise," said Mridua Naik, clinical nurse manager for the Department of Emergency Pediatrics at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove . Medical Center "Be aware of children and time, and to take the necessary precautions to keep the whole world safe and cool all summer."
safety Tips Top sun:
- always wear sunscreen . It may not be their favorite, but babies and children should always wear sunscreen outdoors. babies can usually use sunscreen 6 months, but be sure to check with your pediatrician first.
Read the instructions carefully, as sunscreens can vary considerably. Even the same brand can have different directions depending on the type you have purchased. - Avoid the sun at midday . Come to play early morning or evening. The sun is hottest 10-4, so try to avoid being in the sun during these hours.
- Stay hydrated . Keep water handy for children, and be sure that babies breastfeed or take their bottles. You can give babies over 6 months a few sips of water between feedings if they are outside in the heat.
- Never leave children in the car . Children in cars can overheat very quickly, even in minutes.
When you're outside playing in the heat, be sure to keep an eye out for signs your little ones become too hot.
If your child shows any of the following symptoms, it is time to head inside and cool.
- Irritability
- skin congestive red
- Do not listen
- Refusing to drink
- dark urine
- Headache
heat stroke can occur quickly when playing in summer heat without proper precautions. If your child has any of the following, consult a doctor immediately:
- Fainting
- Throbbing headache
- Vomiting
- Respiration Quick
- unconsciousness
- Lethargy
- Confusion
- seizures
- rapid heartbeat
Stay fresh and safe this summer. Be sure to talk with your pediatrician about additional tips to heat and sun safety for your children.
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