04/17/2026
As the weather warms up, kids are spending more time outside—and that means tick season is here.
Ticks are most active in the spring and summer months and can live in grassy, brushy, or even backyard areas . The good news? A quick daily check can make a big difference.
🕵️♀️ Make tick checks part of your daily routine:
• Check your child after outdoor play—even in your own yard
• Pay close attention to hidden areas: behind ears, scalp, under arms, belly button, behind knees, and around the waistband
• Showering after being outside can help wash off ticks before they attach
👕 Prevention tips:
• Wear light-colored clothing to spot ticks more easily
• Use EPA-approved insect repellents when appropriate
• Avoid tall grass and wooded edges when possible
Finding and removing ticks early helps reduce the risk of tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease.
👉 Learn more about tick bites, prevention, and what to do if you find one here: https://legacypediatrics.com/child-health-library/healthwise/?DOCHWID=tp23585spec
