As you're getting out into the sunshine, here are some basics to protect your little ones sensitive skin this summer!
1. COVER UP - children less than 1 year of age should be covered up from the sun in long sleeves and pants, and a sun hat of course. Children under 6 months of age should not wear sunscreen - they are very sensitive to absorbing anything at this age.
2. AVOID the sun during the peak hours of 11am-4pm.
3. SLAP on a wide brimmed sun hat - something that will cover their ears and back of neck.
4. SLOP on a safe sunscreen (look for natural options from the health food store, or buy online)! Apply it 20 minutes before sun exposure and every 2 hrs during the day (more frequently if your child is swimming or sweating).
For after-sun care, try our Olive Baby Body Butter to soothe their delicate skin from wind, heat and sun...a natural and gentle approach!
Dr. Anna Falkowski HBSc, ND
Naturopathic Doctor & Founder
www.OliveBaby.ca
Naturally Gentle & Simple
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