Stay hydrated: It is important for children to have water readily available and drink it frequently when outside. Take a bottle of water with you when you go outside. Infants getting breastmilk in a bottle should receive an extra bottle of breastmilk on hot days. It is important to know that they should not be given water especially during the first 6 months of pregnancy. Infants receiving formula can receive an extra bottle on hot days.

Dress kids lightly: Light colored clothes can help kids stay cool and prevent excessive heat absorption.  Dark colored clothing provides slightly better protection against sun damage to the skin. Also, loose fitting clothing are a better option because it offers adequate ventilation and protects against direct sun exposure. It is important to use lots of sunscreen.

Plan for extra rest time: It is important to come inside regularly, cool off and reset and drink water. Heat can make people irritable and tired.

Cool off with water:  Give your child a cool bath or water mist to cool down when they feel too hot. Swimming is also a great way to keep cool while being active physically. It is important to note that children should be supervised frequently during swimming to prevent drowning.

Never leave a child alone in a car:  The inside of a car can be dangerously hot within a short time even when the windows are opened.