New Dyce Medical Practice

☀️👶 Keeping Babies & Toddlers Cool in Hot Weather 🌡️

Little ones can overheat quickly, so here are a few simple ways to help keep them cool:

💧 Offer regular drinks to keep them hydrated (breastfed babies may want extra feeds).
👕 Dress them in lightweight, loose-fitting clothing.
🌳 Keep them in the shade and avoid being outside during the hottest part of the day.
🌀 Keep rooms cool by closing curtains or blinds during the day and opening windows when it's cooler.
🛁 A lukewarm bath or a cool damp flannel can help them cool down.
🚗 Never leave a baby or child alone in a parked car, even for a few minutes.

Keep an eye out for signs of overheating, such as feeling unusually hot, flushed skin, being very sleepy, irritable, or breathing faster than normal.

Stay safe and enjoy the sunshine! ☀️💙