With the hot summer we have been having many of us are heading to the beach, pools or water parks to keep our kids cool, but being outside can pose a big risk to our children.
Protecting your child’s Skin
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, even one or two blistering sunburns can significantly increase a child's risk for developing skin cancer later in life, With that said, you don’t need to hide indoors during daylight hours to protect your kids. Here are some tips for how to keep your kids skin healthy:
- Schedule your play times before
10am or after 3pm
- Pay close attention to cheeks,
backs of hands, and the tops of feet when applying sunscreen
- Wear hats and t-shirts to
protect faces and bodies
- Sit in the shade under a tree
or an umbrella
- Choose a sunscreen with an SPF
(sun protection factor) of at least 15 or higher
- Remember just because you have
sunscreen on doesn’t mean children can’t get burned
- Apply sunscreen 30 minutes
before leaving the house
- Reapply after swimming or
perspiring even if sunscreen is waterproof, or reapply every 2 hours.
Apply the appropriate amount of sunscreen. A quarter size dollop will cover one toddler arm. Stock up on sunscreen. During the summer months you will go through a lot to keep the kids protected.
Teach your kids to apply sunscreen regularly and you will be protecting and teaching them good healthy skin protection habits.
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