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INDUSTRY INSIGHT
CHILD CARE
SPONSORED CONTENT
Playing it Cool
W
hen the summer sun blazes bright, children often spend
more time outdoors—running, jumping, climbing,
biking and being active. It is important to remember that
physical activity in excessive heat can cause a variety of health issues
including sunburn, heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps and
heat rash. Below are a few tips that can help prevent your child from
experiencing any of these heat-related illnesses. (Please note: If you
feel that your child is experiencing symptoms of a heat-related illness,
dial 911 and seek medical attention immediately.)
• If you are aware that the day is going to be excessively hot, try
to limit outdoor play time to the morning and evening hours
(before 10 am and after 4 pm).
• Sunglasses and hats with brims help protect against the sun’s
harmful rays. Always apply a sunscreen with SPF 15 or above
that protects against UVA and UVB rays before your child heads
outdoors. Apply liberally and reapply every two hours and after
swimming or sweating.
• Lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing should be worn
in a single layer to help absorb and facilitate sweat evaporation.
If your child should sweat through their clothing, have them
change into a dry outfit before continuing their activity.
• Fluids, fluids, fluids! Children should be well hydrated before
they go out to play and have access to drinking water while
participating in outdoor activities.
• During prolonged outdoor activity, like a sports game or
practice, children should be given frequent breaks (in 20-minute
increments) to recover (in the shade) and rehydrate.
This Industry Insight was written by Mark & Jennifer Rebstock.
Prior to opening The Goddard School in Wexford, Mark Rebstock
was training manager for a national utility company and Jennifer
worked in early childhood education.
3000 Brooktree Road, Wexford, PA 15090
724.935.1100 or www.goddardschool.com.
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Programs and ages may vary. © Goddard Systems, Inc. 2013.
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