We are all waiting for the summer. When the sun is out, it is the beach and pool time. Parents are looking forward to taking their babies out to the beach or that first swim. When it is fun to do all that, it is important to take extreme care of your children. The high temperature and UV rays on the beach might have adverse effects on the baby, but you cannot afford to leave them behind. In this article, we are going to discuss, tips that will help you take care of your baby at the beach. Read on.
Age Matters
Many parents are not sure of the appropriate age to take their babies to the beach. So far, there is no exact answer or age as to when babies should be taken to the beach. As we all know, a baby’s skin is sensitive in the first months, and excess exposure to the sun is not good for them. That said, it is safe to wait until your baby is ten months to take them to the beach. At this time, their skin will have grown, and it will not be as sensitive and irritable as it was when younger.
Consider Time
The sun and UV rays strike and damages more between 11:00 to 5:00 PM. It is recommended that you take your baby to the beach at any time outside this bracket. On the same note, your visits with the baby should not be more than 90 minutes. If you want to spend more time at the beach, you can take them in the room and get back for your moment.
Carry the Complete Care Kit
When you decide it is time to take the baby to the beach, carry with you the following:
- Spare diapers, towels, and ropers
- Cream for irritation and chaffing
- Sunscreen fit for baby
- A kid wagon
- Pacifiers, toys or teethers
Protection
Making sure that your baby is fully protected is essential. First of all, you must never let them leave your site. They might find their way to the water and drown.
On the other hand, you want them protected from the UV rays. Purchase sunscreen suitable for babies with the highest level of protection and apply on their exposed body parts. Also, you can cover their arms and legs with long-sleeved breathable fabrics.