29/04/2026
❓Did you know 10–15% of UK children experience hay fever, according to Allergy UK?
Symptoms like itchy eyes, sneezing, and a runny nose can really impact sleep, school, and everyday life — and sometimes, hay fever is mistaken for a virus!�
If symptoms last more than a couple of weeks (especially from March–September) and improve in winter, it’s likely allergies.
✅ Top tips to help reduce your child’s pollen exposure:
👉Keep windows closed at night�
👉Wraparound sunglasses�
👉Vaseline around the nostrils�
👉Wash hands, face, and hair after being outside�
👉Change clothes after outdoor play�
👉Keep car windows shut�
👉Avoid grassy fields�
👉Use air filters at home�
👉Watch for worse symptoms early morning & evening on sunny days
There are hay fever medicines available — but always check they’re child-friendly or ask your pharmacist if you're unsure.
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