Baby care tips during monsoon

The monsoon season is the rainy season in India and it lasts for about four months. During this period, you need to be extra cautious when taking care of your kids as they are more susceptible to getting diseases like chicken pox or measles. Following are some tips that can help you keep your children healthy throughout the monsoon season:

In outdoor activities

Monsoon season can be a tricky time to take care of a baby outdoors. The weather is unpredictable and can often be wet and humid. So there are some things that you need to keep in mind while planning any outdoor activity with your kids during the monsoon:

Less exposure

Avoid huge gatherings because your baby is more likely to get sick from exposure to more people.

Avoid dirty areas

Take your child for a stroll near your house and avoid a lot of grubby areas with plenty of trash or standing water because these are ideal spots for illnesses.

Check for allergies 

If your baby develops a rash or redness after being outside, contact your doctor right away because he or she may be allergic to pollen or another allergen.

Sanitizer

Carry a little portable disinfectant so that you may quickly and easily cleanse your hands before touching your toddler.

Clothing

Dress your baby in loose, comfortable clothing that is appropriate for the weather. Avoid dressing them in heavy clothing or layers as they will likely get sweaty and uncomfortable. Keep your baby as much as possible. If they get wet, make sure to change their clothes and dry them off as soon as possible.

Cope off mosquito bites

A mosquito swarm will be present if you take youngsters for a walk at twilight. Wear long sleeves and bring natural mosquito repellant.

Immunity boosters

Most doctors recommend a flu shot during the monsoon season to boost your baby's immunity.

Prepare for the weather

Do not take your babies out during heavy rains and thunderstorms as there are chances of them catching infections. If you have to go out during heavy rains and thunderstorms, use an umbrella or raincoat to cover the stroller and pram. Make sure your baby has a hat or cap to protect their head from the rain.

Food

Please be sure you bring a bottle of boiled water and a healthy home-cooked supper for your infant.

Clean

You need to ensure that you wash your child's hands after they have played outside in the mud or played with pets to keep them healthy.

Indoor 

Monsoon is the perfect time to snuggle up indoors with your little one. Here are some tips to make sure your baby stays comfortable and safe indoors during the rainy season. Here are some tips: 

Keep the humidity low

Humidity can cause skin irritation and respiratory problems in babies. So it’s important to keep the indoor air as dry as possible. Use a dehumidifier in your home, and avoid using humidifiers or vaporizers.

Keep the house clean

During monsoons, there's a higher risk of infection due to the wet weather. So, it's important to keep your home clean and free of dirt and dust. Vacuum regularly and mop the floors with a disinfectant.

Dress your baby in loose, comfortable clothing

Wet weather can make your baby's skin irritable. Dress them in loose, comfortable clothing that is made of natural fabrics like cotton. Avoid synthetic fabrics like polyester, nylon, acrylic, and rayon.

Make sure to apply special baby lotions that have mosquito repellants

Apply special baby lotions that have mosquito repellants. Mosquito repellants are a must for babies during monsoons because mosquitoes can cause serious health problems, especially to babies. There are many varieties of mosquito repellants available in the market and you should choose one according to your requirements. Just keep in mind that it may not be effective against all types of mosquitoes so check out the ingredients before purchasing them for yourself or your child!

Be extra careful with food

Monsoon is the peak season for foodborne illness. Cook food thoroughly and avoid giving them raw or undercooked foods.

Give them plenty of fluids

Babies can get dehydrated easily during monsoon. Give them plenty of breast milk or formula milk

Visit the doctor if they are sick

Take your baby to the doctor if your baby has a fever, diarrhea, or vomiting or even if it shows any tiredness. 

Keep your child clean at all times so that the chances of catching an infection are minimized

Wash your hands before and after eating, especially when you are in a public place. This can help prevent diseases such as MERS (Middle East Respiratory Syndrome).

Always wash your hands with soap and water before preparing food for your child or other family members; this includes after going to the toilet or changing nappies.

If your baby has any cuts on their skin, clean them with antibacterial hand gel immediately so that they don't turn into open wounds which allow germs to enter them easily!

And don't forget to change your baby's diaper regularly. It's best to avoid using diapers when you are staying indoors.

In conclusion 

Never allow the monsoon to leave your infant sick. Our little ones are prone to be sick. So it's important to take good care of the babies. You should be able to enjoy your first monsoon with your baby if you take these simple indoor and outdoor precautions!