{"id":9788,"date":"2017-06-11T15:56:22","date_gmt":"2017-06-11T14:56:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kidstart.co.uk\/blog\/?p=9788"},"modified":"2017-06-12T15:23:57","modified_gmt":"2017-06-12T14:23:57","slug":"10-sun-safety-tips-for-families","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidstart.co.uk\/blog\/10-sun-safety-tips-for-families\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Sun Safety Tips for Families"},"content":{"rendered":"

After months of grey, cold weather in the UK, spring has finally arrived!<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

Here are a few tips on being sunshine ready:<\/span><\/h4>\r\n1.<\/strong> Small pop up tents<\/strong> are a great investment for shady play on beaches and in gardens.\r\n\r\n2.<\/strong> It is advisable to keep very small babies out of the sun<\/strong> by using a pram parasol or sun shade.\r\n\r\n3.<\/strong>\u00a0Hats<\/strong> are a must in very sunny weather and your children are more likely to wear one if they see you wear one too.\r\n\r\n\"Mamas\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nGet this adorable sun hat from Mamas & Papas and get 2% KidStart Savings back<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n4.<\/strong> A high SPF factor (30+)<\/strong> sun cream is vital for your children and the best time to put it on is first thing, before they get dressed, with top-ups throughout the day. There are lots brands on the market so find one that suits your child\u2019s skin type and remember that not all brands suit everyone\u2019s needs. You may need to invest in different creams for different family members.\r\n\r\n5.<\/strong> Remember that a\u00a0 small amount of sun is good for us as it helps us produce vitamin D<\/strong>, important for healthy bones and immunity. The important thing is to avoid sunburn and overexposure.\r\n\r\n6.<\/strong>\u00a0UV sunsuits<\/strong> for children are another great investment if you want to avoid having to constantly top-up on sun block.\r\n\r\n\"Mothercare\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nGet this Peppa Pig\u00a0sunsuit from Mothercare\u00a0and get 2.5% KidStart Savings back<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n7.<\/strong> A little sunshine lifts our spirits and it is thought that it helps the brain produce feel good chemicals called endorphins<\/strong>. So enjoy a little sunshine while it lasts!\r\n\r\n8.<\/strong> If your child\u2019s head or neck is exposed to hot sunshine for an extended period of time, they may develop sunstroke where the body cannot regulate heat properly. Children can become dehydrated quickly and may develop a high temperature, muscle cramps, rapid pulse and breathing and other symptoms of sunstroke. Make sure your child keeps hydrated by drinking lots of water<\/strong> and if you suspect sunstroke, seek medical attention immediately.\r\n\r\n9.<\/strong> If you or your child gets sunbur<\/strong>n, move into the shade immediately. Reduce the heat in the skin by applying cool compresses, or taking a cold shower or bath. Make sure the person with sunburn drinks lots of water and is offered a painkiller such as Calpol if needed. Aloe vera is a soothing after sun treatment for skin so do apply some if required. cases of severe sunburn should be referred to A&E.\r\n\r\n10. Don\u2019t forget about eye care in bright sunlight<\/strong>. Direct sunlight and bright light reflected on water can be damaging to the eyes if exposed for a long time, potentially causing scarring on the retina. When shopping for sunglasses, look out for the CE mark and British Standard, a statement about 100% UV protection and a UV 400 label on the glasses.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\"Sunglasses\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nGet these cute sunglasses from the Sunglasses Shop and get 2% KidStart Savings back<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nIn short, keep the Sun SMART code <\/strong>in mind:\r\n\r\nS<\/strong>pend time in the shade between 11am-3pm\r\n\r\nM<\/strong>ake sure you never burn\r\n\r\nA<\/strong>im to cover up with a t-shirt, hat and sunglasses.\r\n\r\nR<\/strong>emember to take extra care with children\r\n\r\nT<\/strong>hen use factor 15+ sunscreen.\r\n

Now, go play!<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

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