Tips for the first summer with your baby
The arrival of a son It is good news in every way. A new member in the family also means facing a world that has hitherto been unknown, especially if you are a first-time father. There are many Doubts that arise with the arrival of summer since in this season we must take care and precautions with newborns.
If this is your case and you are a parent, pay attention because we are going to show you some recommendations to spend the first summer with your child. Advice that responds to some of the most widespread doubts among those who initiate paternity in summer, for example, if it is good to bathe a baby on the beach or at what age it is advisable to travel with them.
Frequent doubts about the baby's first summer
As we have said facing fatherhood means having to face questions that we have no answer to a priori. Even more so if it happens in summer, time in which if anyone should take extreme precautions, a person as small and delicate as a baby should do more. Some of these most frequent doubts in parents and mothers during the summer are:
1 Can you take a baby to the beach? It is usually not recommended to take a baby to the beach until he is six months old because sun exposure will be too hard for his skin. Even once that age has passed, you should avoid exposure to this light in the hours of greatest danger and it is always advisable to wear clothes suitable for the heat, such as a cap and stay under the umbrella.
2 Can the baby be bathed in the sea? It is not advisable to put a baby in the sea water if it is less than six months old. The amount of salt that this water contains and the magnifying effect that occurs inside it is a bad combination for the sensitive skin of newborns. It is also advisable to bring an inflatable pool so that the child can enjoy the water without being scared by the waves.
3 At what age can you start traveling? 15 or 20 days after arriving in the world, the baby can begin to travel. But it is recommended that these routes be short and include several stops to meet the needs of the child. You should also bring plenty of water to ensure that the little one is continuously hydrated.
4 Beach or mountain? As we have seen the beach may be less advisable for those babies under six months. If this is your case, a mountain destination may be more advisable. Of course, make sure that in the vicinity of the place where you live these days there is a health center to go in case of problems. If you opt for a swimming pool area, remember that submerging the baby in this area will cause skin irritation due to chlorine.
5 What cream factor is recommended? As we have said throughout this article, the baby's skin is extremely sensitive, so extreme precautions must be taken when walking. Therefore it is recommended to use infant creams with the highest factors. In addition, a cap and lightweight cotton clothing that helps protect you from the influence of the sun's rays should never be missing from your baby's baggage.
6 Should the air conditioner be used? Never expose the baby directly to the cold air jet ejected by these machines. However, in days of too much heat you can connect the air conditioner to a temperature of 24-25 degrees when the child is not in the room and then bring it inside once this temperature is reached.
7 Which means of transport is the most recommended? The bus is ruled out by its narrow dimensions and the little facility it offers to carry the luggage that a baby requires. The train although it offers more space for both things is not advisable for the inconvenience that can be generated in other passengers and the inability to stop if the need arises to do so. For this reason it is best to opt for a car trip, as long as the destination is not too far away.
8 Can insect repellents be used? As we have said, the skin of the baby is very sensitive so the use of repellents should be the last option since it can generate reactions on your skin. It is preferable to use mosquito nets in your room or to wear clothes that cover your skin. If you finally opt for these products, make sure that the packaging indicates that they can be used in children of this age.
Damián Montero
