Fun under the sun is always a great treat for your kids. However, no matter how much you want them to enjoy all those sunny afternoons without end, those bright rays are packing more than cheery sunshine. Even if you’re not worried about sunburn, prolonged exposure to those ultraviolet rays could lead to dryness, premature aging of the skin and other forms of skin damage. So make sure your children are sun-safe. Here are some tips from the Center for Disease Control, Abes Market and Kids Health to give you some handy pointers on how to make that happen:
Get Some Glasses
Eyeshades are great for keeping your children’s eyes protected from harsh UV rays that could cause cataracts years down the road. Pick out some sunglasses that block out as much of the sun as possible. The bigger those glasses are, the better.
Go for the Shade
The midday sun often gives off the strongest UV rays. So keep your kids indoors at this time. Plan indoor activities they can’t resist. Board games, painting lessons or even a couple of rounds of short storytelling sessions would be fun. Plus, these will keep their attention away from playing outside until cooler temperatures set in. If this simply isn’t possible, then soak up some shade by making sure you and the kids are all under a convenient cover of trees. If you’re at the beach, then going for a huge umbrella or a pop-up tent works too. Anything that keeps the sun off your children’s skin would be great.
Apply Sunscreen
Don’t forget the most important rule of all: apply sunscreen—consistently. Don’t have off days, especially if y tiny tots are out in the sun every day. If you’re all at the beach, apply it continuously. Brands like The Honest Company offer a water resistant, hypoallergenic and natural sunscreen that’s great for kids.
Want to know how to make sure the sunscreen is doing its job? Here are a few tips:
In Case of a Sunburn
If any of your kids do end up with a sunburn, despite your best efforts to prevent it, here are a few helpful tips for you:
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These are awesome tips! Thanks so much for sharing!
Great tips! It's definitely starting to get warmer here in GA with temps in the 70's. We always make my grandsons wear sunscreen whenever outside, and a hat, too!