Stress provoked by heat, how to fight it
Summer is synonymous with many things: beaches, swimming pools, vacations and heat. Temperatures rise at this time of year, causing people to feel overwhelmed and bored, which makes it difficult to continue with the routine. A situation that is worse in the smallest, whose skins are more sensitive to their environment, causing them an upset that makes them live with stress.
To prevent stress derived from heat, from LIGHTS Sant Joan de Déu, a series of tips are given to detect stress caused by high temperatures. When not being able to take care of themselves, it is important to watch the children very closely to avoid that they may suffer from sunstroke or become dehydrated.
Exposure to heat
From FAROS Sant Joan de Déu it is reminded at first that babies under six months of age should be kept out of direct sunlight. The skin of these small presents low levels of melanin, pigment that gives the skin, hair and eyes their color, and provides some protection against the sun king. This is why they are more likely to be burned by this exposure.
In the case of babies over age They should also stay out of the sun as much as possible, especially in summer, when the sun is at its strongest. For situations where light is exposed to this light, it is recommended to apply a high sun protection factor to the baby's skin.
For older children, who are exposed to Sun constantly in activities such as visits to the pool, or stays in camps, we must be attentive to the possible symptoms that indicate the presence of stress caused by heat:
- Bad look. Pale face, lost vision
- Character more irritable than normal. The child does not participate in the games and shows a constant bad mood.
- The child has drier skin and refuses to drink.
- The occasions in which the child goes to the bathroom to urinate are reduced.
What to do with these symptoms
To prevent this heat stress, parents can help by equipping their children with light clothing Let them loose. It is preferable that they are made of cotton fabrics and avoid synthetic materials that retain heat and can make them feel uncomfortable, leading to rashes.
To reduce the sensation of heat, you can also sponge them with warm water, or try a bath, it is convenient not to use cold water. At bedtime, you have to choose the place more fresh of the house for babies or small children, making sure that the air circulates around where they are lying.
The case of walks with children in the pram, be very careful when this is taken out of the trunk of the car as it could have overheated and cause discomfort in the baby. And of course, always have a bottle of water handy so that the little ones can maintain their hydration constantly and prevent their liquid levels from dropping.
Damián Montero
