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Stay informed
- Make sure always to keep track of weather updates, both locally and when you're traveling.
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Stay informed
- This will help you plan your day accordingly and avoid exposing your children to extreme heat, especially during peak hours.
© Shutterstock
2 / 31 Fotos
Maintain proper hydration
- Ensure that your kids drink plenty of fluids, such as water and fresh fruit juices, regardless of their activity level.
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Maintain proper hydration
- Avoid carbonated drinks and caffeine, as they can lead to dehydration, and encourage your children to drink water at regular intervals. Also, avoid hot meals as they may increase body heat.
© Shutterstock
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Dress appropriately
- Choose lightweight, light-colored, and breathable fabrics for your kids. Cotton and linen are ideal choices, as they allow for better air circulation and can help keep the body cool.
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5 / 31 Fotos
Dress appropriately
- Avoid synthetic and dark-colored clothes, as they can trap heat and make your child uncomfortable.
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6 / 31 Fotos
Use sunscreen
- Exposing children to excessive sunlight can lead to sunburn and potential sun-related skin damage. To keep their delicate skin protected, use broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
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Use sunscreen
- Apply the sunscreen generously to your child's face, neck, arms, and legs at least 30 minutes before going outdoors. Reapply every two hours or after swimming, sweating, or towel drying.
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Encourage water play
- Encourage water-based activities, so your kids can stay cool. Set up a small inflatable pool or a sprinkler in your backyard or garden.
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Encourage water play
- Ensure that you supervise them at all times and follow necessary safety precautions.
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Stay indoors during peak hours
- The sun is at its strongest between 10 am and 4 pm. Keep your kids indoors during these hours, and plan outdoor activities for the early morning or late evening.
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Stay indoors during peak hours
- If your kids must go outside during peak hours, ensure they wear a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for protection.
© Shutterstock
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Provide a cool environment
- Maintain a comfortable indoor temperature using air conditioning and fans. You can also create a makeshift air cooler by placing a bowl of ice in front of a fan.
© Shutterstock
13 / 31 Fotos
Provide a cool environment
- Keep curtains and blinds closed during the day to block out sunlight and heat.
© Shutterstock
14 / 31 Fotos
Take cool showers or baths
- Make sure your children take a cool shower or bath during the day to help regulate their body temperature.
© Shutterstock
15 / 31 Fotos
Take cool showers or baths
- This can provide immediate relief from the heat and help prevent heat-related illnesses.
© Shutterstock
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Opt for indoor activities
- When the temperatures are exceptionally high, opt for indoor activities. Visit museums, art galleries, or indoor play areas where they can have fun and stay cool at the same time.
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Opt for indoor activities
- Alternatively, organize indoor games, arts and crafts, or movie sessions at home to keep them entertained.
© Shutterstock
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Ensure proper ventilation
- Open windows and doors during the cooler parts of the day, such as early morning and late evening. This will allow fresh air to circulate throughout your home.
© Shutterstock
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Ensure proper ventilation
- Proper ventilation can also help regulate indoor temperatures and create a more comfortable environment for your kids.
© Shutterstock
20 / 31 Fotos
Use cool packs and ice
- Place packs or frozen water bottles in your child's lunchbox or backpack to help keep them cool throughout the day.
© Shutterstock
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Use cool packs and ice
- Doing so can provide additional relief from the heat and ensure your kid's food and drinks stay cool as well.
© Shutterstock
22 / 31 Fotos
Teach your child about heat safety
- Teach your kids about the importance of staying hydrated, wearing appropriate clothing, and seeking shade when outdoors.
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Teach your child about heat safety
- Encourage them to take breaks and rest when they feel too hot or tired. By instilling these habits early on, they'll learn how to protect themselves during extreme heat.
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Know how to identify heat-related illnesses
- It's crucial to know the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke in children. Common signs include dizziness, headache, nausea, excessive sweating, rapid pulse, and cool skin.
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Know how to identify heat-related illnesses
- If you suspect that your child is suffering from a heat-related illness, move them to a cool place, remove any excess clothing, and give them fluids.
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Keep an eye on vulnerable children
- Some kids are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses, such as infants, young children, and those with chronic medical conditions.
© Shutterstock
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Keep an eye on vulnerable children
- Keep a close eye on these vulnerable children, and take extra precautions to ensure their safety during heat waves.
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Seek medical advice
- If you have concerns about your child's health during a heatwave, don't hesitate to consult a medical professional.
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Seek medical advice
- They can provide guidance on how to manage any heat-related symptoms and ensure that your child remains safe and healthy. Sources: (Save the Children) (UNICEF) (The New York Times) See also: The most intense heat waves in history
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Stay informed
- Make sure always to keep track of weather updates, both locally and when you're traveling.
© Shutterstock
1 / 31 Fotos
Stay informed
- This will help you plan your day accordingly and avoid exposing your children to extreme heat, especially during peak hours.
© Shutterstock
2 / 31 Fotos
Maintain proper hydration
- Ensure that your kids drink plenty of fluids, such as water and fresh fruit juices, regardless of their activity level.
© Shutterstock
3 / 31 Fotos
Maintain proper hydration
- Avoid carbonated drinks and caffeine, as they can lead to dehydration, and encourage your children to drink water at regular intervals. Also, avoid hot meals as they may increase body heat.
© Shutterstock
4 / 31 Fotos
Dress appropriately
- Choose lightweight, light-colored, and breathable fabrics for your kids. Cotton and linen are ideal choices, as they allow for better air circulation and can help keep the body cool.
© Shutterstock
5 / 31 Fotos
Dress appropriately
- Avoid synthetic and dark-colored clothes, as they can trap heat and make your child uncomfortable.
© Shutterstock
6 / 31 Fotos
Use sunscreen
- Exposing children to excessive sunlight can lead to sunburn and potential sun-related skin damage. To keep their delicate skin protected, use broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
© Shutterstock
7 / 31 Fotos
Use sunscreen
- Apply the sunscreen generously to your child's face, neck, arms, and legs at least 30 minutes before going outdoors. Reapply every two hours or after swimming, sweating, or towel drying.
© Shutterstock
8 / 31 Fotos
Encourage water play
- Encourage water-based activities, so your kids can stay cool. Set up a small inflatable pool or a sprinkler in your backyard or garden.
© Shutterstock
9 / 31 Fotos
Encourage water play
- Ensure that you supervise them at all times and follow necessary safety precautions.
© Shutterstock
10 / 31 Fotos
Stay indoors during peak hours
- The sun is at its strongest between 10 am and 4 pm. Keep your kids indoors during these hours, and plan outdoor activities for the early morning or late evening.
© Shutterstock
11 / 31 Fotos
Stay indoors during peak hours
- If your kids must go outside during peak hours, ensure they wear a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for protection.
© Shutterstock
12 / 31 Fotos
Provide a cool environment
- Maintain a comfortable indoor temperature using air conditioning and fans. You can also create a makeshift air cooler by placing a bowl of ice in front of a fan.
© Shutterstock
13 / 31 Fotos
Provide a cool environment
- Keep curtains and blinds closed during the day to block out sunlight and heat.
© Shutterstock
14 / 31 Fotos
Take cool showers or baths
- Make sure your children take a cool shower or bath during the day to help regulate their body temperature.
© Shutterstock
15 / 31 Fotos
Take cool showers or baths
- This can provide immediate relief from the heat and help prevent heat-related illnesses.
© Shutterstock
16 / 31 Fotos
Opt for indoor activities
- When the temperatures are exceptionally high, opt for indoor activities. Visit museums, art galleries, or indoor play areas where they can have fun and stay cool at the same time.
© Shutterstock
17 / 31 Fotos
Opt for indoor activities
- Alternatively, organize indoor games, arts and crafts, or movie sessions at home to keep them entertained.
© Shutterstock
18 / 31 Fotos
Ensure proper ventilation
- Open windows and doors during the cooler parts of the day, such as early morning and late evening. This will allow fresh air to circulate throughout your home.
© Shutterstock
19 / 31 Fotos
Ensure proper ventilation
- Proper ventilation can also help regulate indoor temperatures and create a more comfortable environment for your kids.
© Shutterstock
20 / 31 Fotos
Use cool packs and ice
- Place packs or frozen water bottles in your child's lunchbox or backpack to help keep them cool throughout the day.
© Shutterstock
21 / 31 Fotos
Use cool packs and ice
- Doing so can provide additional relief from the heat and ensure your kid's food and drinks stay cool as well.
© Shutterstock
22 / 31 Fotos
Teach your child about heat safety
- Teach your kids about the importance of staying hydrated, wearing appropriate clothing, and seeking shade when outdoors.
© Shutterstock
23 / 31 Fotos
Teach your child about heat safety
- Encourage them to take breaks and rest when they feel too hot or tired. By instilling these habits early on, they'll learn how to protect themselves during extreme heat.
© Shutterstock
24 / 31 Fotos
Know how to identify heat-related illnesses
- It's crucial to know the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke in children. Common signs include dizziness, headache, nausea, excessive sweating, rapid pulse, and cool skin.
© Shutterstock
25 / 31 Fotos
Know how to identify heat-related illnesses
- If you suspect that your child is suffering from a heat-related illness, move them to a cool place, remove any excess clothing, and give them fluids.
© Shutterstock
26 / 31 Fotos
Keep an eye on vulnerable children
- Some kids are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses, such as infants, young children, and those with chronic medical conditions.
© Shutterstock
27 / 31 Fotos
Keep an eye on vulnerable children
- Keep a close eye on these vulnerable children, and take extra precautions to ensure their safety during heat waves.
© Shutterstock
28 / 31 Fotos
Seek medical advice
- If you have concerns about your child's health during a heatwave, don't hesitate to consult a medical professional.
© Shutterstock
29 / 31 Fotos
Seek medical advice
- They can provide guidance on how to manage any heat-related symptoms and ensure that your child remains safe and healthy. Sources: (Save the Children) (UNICEF) (The New York Times) See also: The most intense heat waves in history
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How to keep kids safe during a heat wave
The best ways to care for your children in extreme heat
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Anything but fun in the sun, heat waves can be extremely uncomfortable and pose serious health risks. This is especially true for the most vulnerable, like infants and children. Without taking the proper precautions, extreme heat can lead to heat stroke and even worse, fatalities. Therefore, it's important for families to adopt effective measures to ensure their kids remain safe during a heat wave.
Click on for tips on how to keep your little ones protected in extreme heat.
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