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Children in the heat often complain of poor health, fatigue and lack of appetite. A few simple recommendations will allow you and your baby to easily transfer hot summer days. Find out how you can help your child during a fever.


When the degrees go wild

Summer heat for a baby can be a real challenge. A child in the heat can feel bad and act up.

Of course, the most easy option However, we will immediately discard this option due to its unsafety for the health of the baby. We will tell you about other, simpler and more unpretentious ways to help your baby in the heat.

Cancel daytime activities

If it's too hot outside, then it's better to spend this time at home. On such days, you should go out early in the morning or in the evening, when the sun is not so active.

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How to dress?

If you, nevertheless, decided to go outside, then the baby must have a hat that will protect his head from overheating. Still not enough to get which for the baby can be disastrous! Clothing for walking should be made of natural fabrics that freely allow air and moisture to pass through.

Save yourself from dehydration

One of the biggest dangers in hot weather is dehydration. And for a child, this condition is even more dangerous than for an adult. If you have a baby, then make sure that, in addition to milk, he also drinks water.

Bathing in the heat

On a hot day, bathing will help relieve the condition. Put the baby in a basin or bath, you can even douse a cool shower (only for a short time). If you add a little (1-2 drops) of eucalyptus essential oil to the bathing water, then the baby's skin will not sweat, since eucalyptus has a slight cooling effect on the skin. Insofar as essential oil does not dissolve in water, it is recommended to first dissolve it in liquid soap and then add it to water.

What to feed a child in the heat?

As you know, in the heat, not only in children, but also in adults. Therefore, you should not force the child to eat the entire portion if he does not want to. It is better to refuse hot dishes (especially liquid ones), giving preference to vegetable and fruit salads, dairy products and cereals.

In the Khabarovsk Territory, the number of cases of serious viral meningitis is growing. And most of them are children. All of them became infected while swimming. Doctors warn that now almost all water bodies are dangerous to health, so the beaches are officially closed. But people tired of the summer heat do not pay attention to prohibitions.

Alexey Elash transmits from Khabarovsk. NTV report.

The Children's Infectious Diseases Hospital of Khabarovsk is full house. Almost all patients with one diagnosis - serous viral meningitis. In total, 50 people have already become infected with enterovirus infection in the region. They are mostly children, and, as a rule, they fell ill after swimming in a river or lake.

Artyom Perepelitsa: “It was hot. We went swimming, then got out, were near the fire. Then they went home."

Doctors assure: this is quite enough to infect the body. Now in the region - the heat is over 30 and high humidity, so people, without thinking about the consequences, climb into the water.

Tatyana Gorbatko, Children's Infectious Diseases Clinical Hospital. A. K. Piotrovich: “Basically, this is bathing. They bathe everywhere: in the Ussuri, in the Amur, in stagnant reservoirs. In the countryside, they can get sick. Vodichka is standing, the child was in the country, he fell ill.

It is because of the heat in the reservoirs that bacteria are activated, which are the carriers of the infection. Despite this, there is still no ban on swimming in the Khabarovsk Territory. True, there is not a single officially permitted beach either.

Experts are in no hurry to talk about the outbreak of infection, referring to the fact that this is a seasonal problem in the region. Even despite the fact that the incidence of enterovirus infections in the Khabarovsk Territory is 20% higher than the national average.

Meanwhile the heat is gathering on central beach Khabarovsk crowds of vacationers. People not only sunbathe, but also swim, and right under the prohibition poster.

Kirill Ratushnyak: “I'm not really afraid. Hot. Swim hunting.

Doctors say: it is now possible to become infected in such a heat not only by swimming, but simply by drinking water. So, in the recreation camp "Youth" in the suburbs of Khabarovsk, a woman was hospitalized accompanying a group of children. The first inspection of Rospotrebnadzor revealed that drinking water does not meet sanitary standards. By a court decision, the camp was closed for 90 days, the children were settled in other squads.

Ilya Andreev, the press service of the Khabarovsk Regional Court: “If the camp provides evidence to the court that the water quality complies with SanPiN standards, and also presents a mandatory conclusion for such institutions on compliance with sanitary and epidemiological rules and regulations, then in this case the court may decide on the termination of the imposed punishment.

In order not to spoil yourself summer rest, experts urge not only to refrain from swimming, but also to pay attention to drinking water Be sure to wash vegetables and fruits before eating. As for the heat, all hope is on the weather forecast. Now the inhabitants of the region have received a small respite - it has rained, and the temperature has dropped a little. But in a few days, according to weather forecasters, the heat will return.

In hot weather, we dream of relaxing by the pond. And as soon as the opportunity arises, we grab swimsuits and hurry to the beach, and then immediately into the water. This is where the problems begin, doctors say. According to them, in any case, during the heat, you can’t dive into the water ... But what about then? Well, don't look at the water...

What rules should be followed on the beach and how to swim in the heat?

No one says that in the heat you can not go into the pond or swim. You can't dive! To understand the reason for such a reservation, imagine what happens to the body under conditions abrupt change environment. First you warm up well in the sun, and then dive into the cool water.

In this case, the body experiences a sharp temperature drop (often more than ten degrees). And this is a colossal load, a very strong stress for the body. First of all, the blow falls on the cardiovascular system. Vessels first react to a very sharp temperature drop, they begin to spasm. Under such conditions, a person may even lose consciousness, or experience a heart attack due to a jump in blood pressure.

By the way, the widespread opinion that this threatens only the cores is erroneous. Of course, people with hypertension, tachycardia, angina pectoris, those who have suffered severe heart disease should be extremely careful while relaxing on the beach. But absolutely everyone, even children, must follow the safety rules. 'Cause heart problems Lately develop during adolescence.

Therefore, parents should carefully monitor the behavior of children. Note that it is especially dangerous to jump into the water after playing ball. The body at such moments is too warm not only under the influence of sunlight, but also against the background of physical activity.

Only the cardiovascular system does not tolerate such tests?

If you do not follow these rules, at least you can suffer from driftwood. The cause of convulsions is a violation of blood circulation. In such situations, do not panic, call for help and try to straighten your leg strongly. On the shore, rub the affected area well.

In addition, there is a threat to "earn" a cold. This is especially true for people with weakened immune systems. Also at risk are people with chronic diseases, those who often suffer from inflammatory processes (for example, we are talking about the lungs, kidneys, bladder, ovaries in women). Due to sudden hypothermia, your condition may worsen.

So how to go into the water so that this does not happen?

After the game, you need to sit in the shade for a while so that your heartbeat and pressure return to normal. In any case, first I advise you to perform a few light exercises (although turns with your body), then slowly go into the water up to your knees and wipe your body with water (first the arms, shoulders, then the face, torso). And then you can go into the water, again, slowly. Only when the body has adapted, you can swim.

It is also important to add that in summer often health problems occur due to hypothermia in the shower. During the heat, you really want to take a cold shower, but in no case should you do this without preparation. It is better to wash with warm (or at least a little cool water), and at the end pour yourself (first on the legs, and then on the whole body) with cool water. According to the rules, the temperature of the water for this purpose can be reduced by a degree. Be healthy!

Summer, summer ... long-awaited. But this long-awaited summer brings with it a hard-tolerable heat. And although it lasts only 2-3 weeks, it seems that it will never go away. And if an adult is not very comfortable in the heat, then the baby is even more so. How to help the baby in the heat? How to protect it from overheating?

How to cool a newborn in the heat. We help the baby survive the heat at home - The very first steps of help:

1. Protect your home from annoying flies, mosquitoes and other insects. To do this, just hang a regular grid on the windows.

2. Protecting the baby's room from direct, bright rays of the sun. To do this, you can simply close the windows with blinds or curtains. We close in the first half of the day, when the sun's rays shine more brightly and they create heat.

3. Getting rid of dust. After all, with the windows open, it instantly appears in our apartments. BUT The best way dust control - wet cleaning! The ideal option will carry out wet cleaning at least once a day.

4. We soften the stuffiness in the apartment. Stuffiness can be brought down a little by placing water containers on top of cabinets. In addition, you can spray the apartment with a spray bottle, you can spray the plants on the windowsills.

5. If you have air conditioning, do not refuse such a blessing. use it. But only when turned on.
air conditioner, it is better to place the child in another room to avoid drafts. And after a while, you can go into an already slightly chilled room with a baby and enjoy :).

Whether to walk with a baby in the heat? How to cool the baby in the heat on the street?

1. Children in the summer are encouraged to spend as much time as possible on the street. But when the air temperature rises above 30 degrees outside, it is worth limiting your time outside a little. Walking with a baby on hot days is better before 11.00 am and after 17.00 pm. At that time Sun rays not so hot and
light with less intensity than at lunchtime. If you cannot adapt to such a walk mode, then going outside closer to dinner, choose a place for walking in the shade, it can be parks and a small forest.
It is advisable to walk away from roads where cars drive so that the baby breathes less exhaust gases.

2. We dress the baby. The most suitable clothes for babies are light onesies made from natural fabrics.
cotton and linen types. Such materials are well ventilated, as a result, the skin of the baby breathes, and in addition to this, such clothes will not miss ultra-violet rays. And of course, do not forget about the headdress. He saves well
overheating. If the baby is not yet walking, then it is better not to wear shoes and socks, let him sit on your arms or in a stroller with bare legs. If the baby is already stomping, you can also arrange barefoot walks for him, but just make sure that there are no dangerous, sharp objects in this space where he walks in order to avoid cuts to the baby's feet. Disposable diapers - it is better to refuse them for a while, they are very uncomfortable and hot.

If the child does not eat well in the heat? baby is not eaten in the heat?

1. On hot days, babies have a decrease in appetite - this is normal. Because for the proper metabolism of the baby
You need more fluids and less food. Babies who are on breastfeeding, you need to apply to the chest more often. Yes, he himself often asks for breasts. This comes from the fact that in the heat they eat in small portions, and mother's milk will help the baby quench thirst in addition to food.
2. ordinary boiled water is also necessary for babies. Give him some water to drink.
3. If you are already feeding your baby, or are just starting to introduce new foods into the baby's diet, introduce them in small portions and gradually. Especially if these products can cause allergies such as: strawberries, currants, cherries. In the hottest hours of the day, it is better to give the baby light foods (fruits, vegetable soups, kissels), and give heavier food in the late afternoon (meat purees, cereals)

Bathing a child in the heat. How many times to bathe a baby in the heat?

1. On hot, stuffy days, water helps a lot.. Bathe your baby often. Maybe even 4-5 times a day.
With frequent bathing, you do not need to use soap and shampoo. Just use water. If you notice that the baby is very reddened and sweating at the same time, do not wait for the prescribed hours for bathing, collect water and pack up. The bathing procedure can take only 5 minutes, and the baby will already feel more comfortable.

2. If there is not enough time and energy for swimming, you can arrange wet wipes. Take a soft terry towel, dip it in water at room temperature, wring it out and wipe the parts of the child's body one by one.
Rub first one pen, after it dries, rub the other. Then rub the legs in the same way,
baby's back and tummy.

3. If you decide to go with a baby to relax on the sea, keep in mind that newborns and babies get used to the new climate at least in a week. Therefore, going on vacation, it is better to make it longer. (1 month). AND bathing a child in the first year of life in open water (in a river, lake or sea) is not worth it. At this age, the baby can easily pick up some kind of infection.

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