{"id":185,"date":"2025-07-21T14:30:47","date_gmt":"2025-07-21T21:30:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.babyoftheyear.org\/?p=185"},"modified":"2025-07-28T14:56:35","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T21:56:35","slug":"summer-baby-safety-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.babyoftheyear.org\/summer-baby-safety-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Baby Safety Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n
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Summer is a great time for you and your baby to enjoy the outdoors, but it’s important to know how to keep them safe in the heat and around water. This summer baby safety guide will help you understand how to protect your little one during the summer months.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Staying Cool in the Heat<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Babies can get too hot easily, especially if they are under six months old. There are several ways to help keep you and your baby safe<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The simplest way is to avoid the hottest times of the day. Stay indoors or in the shade during the middle of the day when the sun is the strongest if you can. Dress in light, loose clothing that lets their skin breathe. Cotton is a great option, as are hats.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Hydration is super important, especially for little ones. Offer breast milk or formula more often than you usually would. If your baby is already eating solids, offer fruits like watermelon\u2014they have a high water content.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Never leave your baby in your car. It seems like a no-brainer, but we\u2019ve all read the stories, and a reminder can help. It gets dangerously hot inside a vehicle very quickly, even on mild days.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

And, watch for signs of overheating. More on this a little later.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Sun Protection<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Protecting your baby’s skin from the sun is very important. Here’s how. Shade is the best. Utilize trees, umbrellas, canopies, portable play pens with a canopy, etc. Older babies, over six months, can use a baby-safe sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. If you\u2019re headed to the beach, consider a reef-safe option. Check out this guide for safe sun protection options<\/a> for the whole fa<\/span>mily. Apply sunscreen to all exposed skin, reapply every two hours, and after water play. You can also use a wide-brimmed hat and dress them in light, long-sleeved shirts.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Water Safety<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Water can be fun, but it’s crucial to be safe. Here are some water safety tips<\/a>:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n