link How to keep your baby cool this summer, tips and hints:

I came across this article and thought it was worthy of sharing. Most of the information seemed obvious to me, but a few things did surprise me. For example, it said:

Do not use massage oils, petroleum jelly or other moisturisers

In the hot summer months, it is safer to avoid massage oils as they can cause prickly heat or infantile eczema if not washed off properly. However, if you would like to continue massaging the baby in summers too, you could switch to olive oil or coconut oil, traditionally referred to as cooling oils. Ensure that it is washed off completely and not left on your baby’s skin. Also avoid excessive use of moisturisers and lotions on your baby.

Good to jot down some notes on how to better protect your baby this summer during the hot weather. Keep cool and stay healthy.

12 months ago

June 5, 2011
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