Winter is the busiest season for doctors and nurses because a lot of bugs and germs spread easily at this time of the year. Winter flu and cold bugs are common, and our children, with their developing immune systems, are susceptible to catching them and becoming poorly. Here are some tips that will help keep your children feeling healthy over the winter so they can enjoy this special time of year.
Skin Care
Kid Skin Care is especially important during the winter months when skin can dry out and become cracked. Take time to do some research and create a skincare routine for your child. Each child will have different needs, so look for products that will work well with their skin. Remember that washing regularly is important to stay clean, but it is also vital to thoroughly dry yourself, especially in the winter. While in the summer months, a child will dry off in the sunlight, this is less likely during the winter, and staying damp can cause rashes.
Keep Them Cosy
Due to a child’s body size, they cannot retain heat as well as bigger adults. Hypothermia is a life-threatening condition that is the result of becoming too cold. While it might sound extreme cases still occur in children every year across the world. Taking time to purchase high-quality thermal hats, scarves, and jackets will ensure your child can enjoy building snowmen while you have peace-of-mind that they are warm. If your house is not well insulated, then make sure their rooms are kept warm at night by turning up radiators or putting them on a timer for when your child goes to sleep. If temperatures plummet, put an extra blanket on their bed so they can keep cozy when they are dozing off.
Exercise Daily
The advice from The Physical Activity Guidelines For Americans, 2nd Edition is for children between the ages of 6-17 to partake in an hour of moderate to vigorous physical activity every day. However, it can be a challenge to be active when the cold weather comes. Many sports teams take a break over the winter period. Try to find an indoor activity that will motivate your children, such as swimming or gymnastics. These activities will help keep your kid active if their outdoor sports are taking a break. Other than this, wrapping yourself up and going out for a long family walk can also provide exercise and give you quality time with your children. Try to set a good example and demonstrate the importance of exercise. There are several online yoga sessions that you could do with your young ones to keep them moving.
Finally, remember that at some point your child will likely get ill. Sickness can happen, no matter how many things you do to prevent it. If they do get sick, then take time to care for them with plenty of sympathy and comfort. If you are in any way concerned about their health or wellbeing then always seek medical advice.
