06/05/2025
☀️ Summer is here and it’s warming up outside! Let’s protect our kids’ skin from sunburn! 🌞
*Sunburn is a skin reaction that happens when a person has too much exposure to the sun.
*Symptoms of sunburn usually show up three to five hours after being in the sun and can include: Redness; Pain; Hot to the touch; Itchiness; Peeling.
*A little bit of sun exposure is good for you and helps your body produce Vitamin D which is important for your bones, teeth and immune system… But too much sun exposure can increase the risk of skin cancer.
*Sunburns often happen on bright, sunny days. But they can also happen on cloudy days!
So, how do we prevent sunburn in kids??
*Limit your time in the sun during the middle of the day (from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) when the sun's rays are strongest.
*Find shady spots to play outside, such as under an umbrella, tent or trees.
*Wear sun-protective clothing, including sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, a long-sleeved shirt or long pants.
*Wear sunscreen on all parts of the body that are not covered by clothes. Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours, or every 80 minutes if you are sweating or swimming.
*Choose a sunscreen that has an SPF of 30 or greater and provides broad spectrum coverage against UVA and UVB rays.
*Wear lip balm that has an SPF of 30 or greater.
Can babies go in the sun?
*Babies' skin is particularly sensitive, which is why babies can get more severe sunburns.
*If your baby is less than 1 year old and gets a sunburn, call your pediatrician.
*Help prevent sunburn in babies by keeping them out of direct sunlight and dressing them in a hat and loose clothing that covers their skin but won't make them too hot.
*Best to avoid sunscreen on babies, however, If you are unable to fully keep your infant out of the sun, it is okay to apply a small amount of SPF to small areas of skin, such as their face and or the back of their hands.
How to treat sunburn in kids?
Most sunburns can typically be treated at home by:
*Using cool compresses or soaks
*Taking a cool shower or bath
*Taking over-the-counter pain medicine like Tylenol or Ibuprofen
*Using lotions/creams for treating sunburn such as aloe vera
*Staying out of the sun until redness/pain go away
*Avoiding picking at the skin
*Drinking plenty of water
How long does it take for a sunburn to heal?
Symptoms including pain and redness are usually the worst 12-24 hours after being in the sun, and then start to get better. Sunburn typically fades after about three days.
Remember that most sunburns get better with home remedies or over-the-counter medication and do not require a trip to the doctor. However, if your child is displaying additional symptoms like confusion, seizure or loss of consciousness, they may be experiencing heat stroke, which is a medical emergency. 🆘 ‼️
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to give us a call - day or night! #435-266-0500. 
