Heat rash occurs when an infant's pores become blocked, usually during hot, humid weather.
The University of Maryland Medical Center offers these suggestions to help prevent heat rash:
- Dress baby in clothes that are lightweight and made of cotton.
- Keep baby in an air-conditioned room during hot weather. Turn on a fan in baby's room when air conditioning isn't available.
- Skip ointments, creams or powders on baby's skin.
- Do your best to make sure that baby doesn't get too warm, and that the skin stays dry.
Health Tip: Take Care to Avoid Burns
Nothing can spoil the fun of preparing your favorite recipe like burning yourself or a child in the process.
The U.S. Home Safety Council suggests these kitchen safety precautions while cooking:
- Roll up shirtsleeves or wear a short-sleeved shirt.
- Wear long oven mitts that extend up the arm.
- Cook on back burners, with pot handles turned to the rear of the stove.
- Teach children to stay away from the stove, and use a mark (such as a piece of tape on the floor) that they can't cross.
- Don't let young children use the stove or microwave without supervision; make sure older children know how to use these appliances safely.
- Keep matches, lighters and candles where young children can't reach them.
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