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You’d like to better stay indoors in summers, to avoid the sun. However, summers are best enjoyed relaxing and chilling under the sun itself. No fun in remaining indoors when it such a warm splendid scene outside. Moreover, some sun exposure is essential to get the natural dose of Vitamin D as well. Add to that, summers allow us to engage in numerous activities like swimming, sunbathing, beach escapades etc., and with the longer days and shorter nights, you have plenty of time do it all.
But then, the apprehensions of stepping out are understandable. Along the positives, summers do bring with itself a few problems as well.Summers are harsh on the skin, especially that of babies. It is therefore, extremely important to protect baby’s supple skin from any sun damage- break outs, irritation, rashes or skin burn.
Here are a skin care tips to protect the child from harsh sun exposure:
Avoid direct sun exposure
The first and foremost thing to do is to keep your little one out of direct sun rays. Let him or her play in the shade. Long exposure to direct sun rays damage skin to an irreparable extent, sunburns can happen. Sunburn not only burns the skin but causes other skin related problems.
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Sunscreen to rescue
During summers, a day at the beach can be so much fun. Make this fun an enjoyment for a lifetime by applying sunscreen on his or her skin every time your child goes out in the sun. Even if the sun screen is water resistant, keep applying it every 2 hours on your kid for best results. Also apply sunscreen 30 minutes before exposing your baby to sun rays. Try and opt for a sunscreen with SPF 30.
Protect from Insect Bites
Summers also increase the risk of insect bite. Since all insects come out of their hibernation stage, it is essential that you keep your house clean in order to avoid any irritation to your little angel due to insect bites. Keep your baby covered with a wide brimmed hat and full sleeve clothes so that he or she is not exposed directly to heat or insects.
Baby Foot Care
The basic of summer skin care tips for kids also involves taking care of baby feet. It is advisable to use light and open foot wear during summers so that the skin can breathe properly. Closed and tight footwear lead to more sweating, causing bacteria formation and hence bad odor as well as irritation and itchiness. Since babies mainly perspire through their hands and feet so choosing breathable footwear during summers is of utmost importance.
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Keep the Baby Hydrated
Monitor your little one on his or her water consumption. Enough water intakes will keep your baby’s skin healthy. Also include water rich diet in his or her meal as that will soothe your kid in warm sunny days keeping their skin hydrated; thus preventing any skin problem.
