Children prefer summertime especially because they are on holiday and are able to spend time together with friends both inside and outside the house. A new season implies new routines, adding new activities to your schedule, and taking on a different diet tailored to new temperatures. Summertime is the warmest period of the year and it poses numerous challenges to parents as children spend more time without anyone watching them and they are thus exposed to an increased number of perils. The parents’ worries double as they have to make sure that their little ones are safe, and that they keep on being educated, relaxed, and healthy.

Here is some advice that ensures a beautiful, healthy summer for your children and your family:

1.    Protect your family against the sun

How many times have you heard one of your family members saying they did not need sunscreens because they would sit in the shade, only to find that they would later be in pain due to sunburn, heatstroke or due to other conditions associated with prolonged exposure to the sun?

Anticipate these events by taking responsible measures, such as:

·         Picking light, bright summer clothing, so that the temperature exchange is performed easily and so that the body is allowed to perspire.

·         Carefully scheduling the time spent outside, so that your family is not exposed to the sun when it is at its highest point. Mornings and evenings are recommended for open-air activities.

·         Seeking medical assistance when the first symptoms of sun–related conditions emerge.

·         Constantly using sunscreen and ensuring that everybody wears hats and sunglasses.

2.    Keep every member of your family hydrated

Kids are prone to dehydration and this risk is proportionate to rising temperature. A child’s water requirements depend on age, activity level, and weight; therefore, a conversation with their pediatrist is necessary to acquire this kind of information. Equally, many adults face the same issue, namely the amount of water to be had in one day. Be a role model for your entire family and set up healthy water intake.

3.    Set up notifications of your family’s doctor appointments – be preventive!

Home prevention measures must be supplemented by medical assistance as the absence of pain or discomfort does not entail a lack of disease. Annual medical examinations and recommended visits to your doctor both for you and your children are advised, so that you all can enjoy a beautiful summer together. To ensure you follow all procedures and have access to top medical services, reach out to a private health insurance consultant. They will guide and offer you the advice you need to gain access to the best doctors, and to receive all the attention you need.