05/26/2022
☀️Some sun safety tips for your littles this spring and summer:
✔️Choose SPF 30 or greater for children 6 months and older
✔️For infants under 6 months, choose shaded play and nap areas (as sunscreen is not recommended under the age of 6 months)
✔️ Use mineral based sunscreens over chemical based sunscreens (for example zinc oxide rather than oxybenzone)
✔️ Apply clothing that will help protect against burns, such as a wide brim hats, hats with back flaps, and light UV rated clothing
✔️Apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before sun exposure
✔️Reapply sunscreen every 2-3 hours and always after swimming
✔️Encourage good fluid intake while playing outdoors
✔️Consider playing in the shade at peak sun hours ⛱
Protecting children from getting too much sun is important, whether they are playing outside or are with you on an errand. The hot summer sun can be dangerous for children. A child can sunburn easily, even on a cloudy day.