Skin deep

• Use a cool flannel to apply compresses to the skin. This allows for cooling relief
• Give plenty of fluids to limit the possibility of dehydration
• Do not break the blisters that may form
• Give paracetamol to control pain and an after sun soother to cool the skin.

Consult your doctor if you’re concerned about severe sunburn. But remember, prevention is always better than cure. Babies have particularly sensitive skin and you should keep them well shaded from direct sunrays whenever possible. If they’re crawling and will inevitably be in the sun some of the time, use high factor sun creams, a sun hat and keep as much of their body as possible protected with clothing. For more information, have a look at our article ‘Safe in the sun.’

read more:  previous | 1 |  2 |  3 | printer friendly send to a friend