Make this summer one you remember for the right reasons.
Get your kids into the habit of putting on sunscreen every time they go outside.
According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, even one blistering sunburn during childhood will double your kids' chances of developing melanoma, so make sure they put on sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) at least 15 minutes before heading outdoors.
Also, if you're not comfortable using chemical based sunscreens you can use a natural, mineral based sunscreen. Find a good list of ones for kids here.
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Encourage your kids to rock a hat and sunglasses.
These will not only protect your kids' skin from harmful UV rays, but their eyes, too, which is important because kids are more susceptible to retinal damage than adults.
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Be a stickler about pool safety.
It's smart to review safety rules (like "no running") before every swim, especially with younger kids. A great time for this is when sunscreen is being applied.
It's also important to remember that you're your kid's best defense against anything happening in the pool, so always supervise them without distractions, learn CPR for kids if you haven't already, and acquaint yourself with the dangers of secondary drowning.
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You can also play a game with pre-K kids that will teach them the importance of not getting into the pool without adult supervision.
All you need is a hula hoop. Learn more here.
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