Where we live, it is hotter than hot this summer. When I walk outside, I am full-on sweating before I even reach my car. My almost four year-old, who usually does not complain about rain, sleet, snow or heat, even said to me today, “Mommy, it’s too hot to play outside today.”
The summer sun can be ruthless, so it’s important to recognize the early signs of dehydration and other heat-related illnesses. Children are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses, because their bodies do not get rid of heat as efficiently as adults' bodies do. Check out these tips below on how to keep your kids from reaching the point of too much sun, and not enough water.
- When kids begin to complain with thirst or feeling hot while playing outside, or just seem irritable in the heat, they may have early dehydration. Get them out of the sun immediately and find a cool spot to sit and relax. Push fluids as well (water or sports drinks with electrolytes are best.)
- If you know your child has been outside in the heat and is experiencing one or more of the following symptoms, seek medical attention as soon as possible: few or no tears when crying, eyes that look sunken in the head, lack of urine or wet diapers, headache, extreme fatigue, dizziness or altered mental state.
- Encourage your child to drink water before, during and after outside activities when it is a hot day.
- Avoid giving your kids fruit juices, sodas and other caffeinated beverages when playing outside in the heat. These types of drinks can actually make dehydration occur more quickly.
- Find shady spots outside to take breaks from playing. Have your kids drink fluids every 20-30 minutes, or even more often if they ask for it.
- When playing in the heat, dress your children in loose, light colored clothing.
- Whatever you do, do not leave your children alone in a hot car, even for a few minutes.
Play it safe in the sun by staying cool and hydrated the rest of the summer!
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Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Beat the Heat this Summer!
Where we live, temperatures have been circling around 100 degrees and it is too hot to take the kids outside to play (unless it involves water.) In order to beat the summer heat, sometimes you have to get creative! Check out our top 10 ways to enjoy summer without melting away in the hot sun.
1. See a “dollar movie” or a free movie at a local cinema. Many theaters have a free summer kids program, too. Check out your local theater web sites for information on kids movie programs this summer.
2. Attend “story time” at your local library. Your kids will love hearing new stories, singing songs, and you can also check out some books while you are there!
3. Declare a board game day. Enjoy some family time by playing board games together in the cool air conditioning!
4. Set up your very own water park in the backyard. Have baby pools, slip-n-slides, and sprinklers going at the same time and enjoy watching your little ones run around outside while staying cool.
5. Make your own homemade ice cream. Your kids will love churning the ice cream maker, and will enjoy eating your cold treat even more!
6. Set your kids up with some (clean) paint brushes and water buckets and let them paint the town…literally! Your kids can “paint” the house, walkway, bikes, fence and porch! Throw some soap and wash rags in the mix, and you can have your very own car wash, too.
7. Host an arts-n-crafts extravaganza and invite your kids’ friends! Stock up on arts-n-crafts…crayons, markers, paper, glue, scissors, molding clay, and anything else that your kids can use to create a masterpiece. Watch your kids and their friends create beautiful artwork, and then hang their creations up on a bulletin board, refrigerator or clothes line to display for the week.
8. Throw a “pretend party.” Have your kids put on party clothes from the dress-up bin and then have the kids decorate for the party, as well as make simple, yummy snacks for the pretend party. You’ll be surprised how much fun they will have and how this one idea can take up a whole afternoon!
9. Encourage your children to write (or just make-up) a play. Have them make tickets for the play to sell to the audience (you and their favorite stuffed animals), create a stage with blankets, sheets or towels, and put together wardrobes for the “cast” from your dress-up bin. Then sit back and watch as your favorite stars put on a show for you!
10. Make homemade play dough together. It’s very easy to do and your kids will love playing with it afterwards.
All of these ideas will hopefully help you keep your kids busy and cool this summer. Good luck beating the heat!
1. See a “dollar movie” or a free movie at a local cinema. Many theaters have a free summer kids program, too. Check out your local theater web sites for information on kids movie programs this summer.
2. Attend “story time” at your local library. Your kids will love hearing new stories, singing songs, and you can also check out some books while you are there!
3. Declare a board game day. Enjoy some family time by playing board games together in the cool air conditioning!
4. Set up your very own water park in the backyard. Have baby pools, slip-n-slides, and sprinklers going at the same time and enjoy watching your little ones run around outside while staying cool.
5. Make your own homemade ice cream. Your kids will love churning the ice cream maker, and will enjoy eating your cold treat even more!
6. Set your kids up with some (clean) paint brushes and water buckets and let them paint the town…literally! Your kids can “paint” the house, walkway, bikes, fence and porch! Throw some soap and wash rags in the mix, and you can have your very own car wash, too.
7. Host an arts-n-crafts extravaganza and invite your kids’ friends! Stock up on arts-n-crafts…crayons, markers, paper, glue, scissors, molding clay, and anything else that your kids can use to create a masterpiece. Watch your kids and their friends create beautiful artwork, and then hang their creations up on a bulletin board, refrigerator or clothes line to display for the week.
8. Throw a “pretend party.” Have your kids put on party clothes from the dress-up bin and then have the kids decorate for the party, as well as make simple, yummy snacks for the pretend party. You’ll be surprised how much fun they will have and how this one idea can take up a whole afternoon!
9. Encourage your children to write (or just make-up) a play. Have them make tickets for the play to sell to the audience (you and their favorite stuffed animals), create a stage with blankets, sheets or towels, and put together wardrobes for the “cast” from your dress-up bin. Then sit back and watch as your favorite stars put on a show for you!
10. Make homemade play dough together. It’s very easy to do and your kids will love playing with it afterwards.
All of these ideas will hopefully help you keep your kids busy and cool this summer. Good luck beating the heat!
Sunday, June 21, 2009
School’s Out for Summer!
Now that school has let out and the kids are home for a while, the big question is…how do you keep your kids healthy, happy and busy this summer?
A lot of parents cringe when the kids begin uttering the words, “I’m bored” and it’s only the first week of summer! Beat the boredom blues this summer by trying some of the following activities!
Make it a movie day!
Many movie theaters across the country have either free or dollar matinees with G and PG rated movies for kids. This is an excellent way to beat not only the boredom blues, but also beat the heat!
Attend story time at your local library.
This is a great, free activity that your kids will love! Story time at the library is another inside, cool activity that is not only fun, but also educational. After story time, stick around the library and let your kids check-out some new books.
Wet and wild backyard fun!
Turn on the sprinkler and fill-up the plastic pool! Declare one day a Wet and Wild Backyard Fun Day! Make sure there is plenty of water, slip-n-slides, water balloons and water guns, plastic pools, sprinklers and sunscreen, and it is sure to be a day to remember!
Time to make a buck….
What kid doesn’t like having a lemonade stand? This is a great way to teach your kids some entrepreneurial skills, as well as provide a guaranteed day of fun! Start by giving the kids some “seed money” to start their business, and head to the grocery store. Have them help you pick out the supplies that are the most economical (all the while teaching them a lesson on saving money), and then it’s time to set up shop! Find a table, chairs, and make a big “Lemonade for Sale” sign. Once the lemonade stand is ready, begin making the lemonade and any baked goods that are going to be sold. Don't forget to man the lemonade stand with your kids, and you’ll both be having fun by the first sale of the day!
Nature’s calling your name!
Create a nature scavenger hunt for your kids. Make a list of 20 small things that are found in nature (and also in your neighborhood.) Some examples are: acorns, green leaves, sticks, pink flower petal, clover, and dandelions.) Then it’s time to explore! Have your kids explore the yard and other natural areas looking for these hidden treasures!
School will start back before you know it, so enjoy summer while it’s here! Pure and Honest Kids hope these “boredom busters” will help you and your kids have a fun and enjoyable summer!
A lot of parents cringe when the kids begin uttering the words, “I’m bored” and it’s only the first week of summer! Beat the boredom blues this summer by trying some of the following activities!
Make it a movie day!
Many movie theaters across the country have either free or dollar matinees with G and PG rated movies for kids. This is an excellent way to beat not only the boredom blues, but also beat the heat!
Attend story time at your local library.
This is a great, free activity that your kids will love! Story time at the library is another inside, cool activity that is not only fun, but also educational. After story time, stick around the library and let your kids check-out some new books.
Wet and wild backyard fun!
Turn on the sprinkler and fill-up the plastic pool! Declare one day a Wet and Wild Backyard Fun Day! Make sure there is plenty of water, slip-n-slides, water balloons and water guns, plastic pools, sprinklers and sunscreen, and it is sure to be a day to remember!
Time to make a buck….
What kid doesn’t like having a lemonade stand? This is a great way to teach your kids some entrepreneurial skills, as well as provide a guaranteed day of fun! Start by giving the kids some “seed money” to start their business, and head to the grocery store. Have them help you pick out the supplies that are the most economical (all the while teaching them a lesson on saving money), and then it’s time to set up shop! Find a table, chairs, and make a big “Lemonade for Sale” sign. Once the lemonade stand is ready, begin making the lemonade and any baked goods that are going to be sold. Don't forget to man the lemonade stand with your kids, and you’ll both be having fun by the first sale of the day!
Nature’s calling your name!
Create a nature scavenger hunt for your kids. Make a list of 20 small things that are found in nature (and also in your neighborhood.) Some examples are: acorns, green leaves, sticks, pink flower petal, clover, and dandelions.) Then it’s time to explore! Have your kids explore the yard and other natural areas looking for these hidden treasures!
School will start back before you know it, so enjoy summer while it’s here! Pure and Honest Kids hope these “boredom busters” will help you and your kids have a fun and enjoyable summer!
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Bathing Beauties...It's Time for Swimsuit Season!
With summer approaching us, and people flocking to the beach and to the pool, it’s time to start thinking about what bathing suits your little ones will be wearing this summer!
Pure and Honest Kids has some fantastic swimsuit options for you to choose from…check out some of our favorites below!
Happy swimming from Pure and Honest Kids!
Kiwi Kisses Baby Swim Suit
$34.00
Sweet Kiwi Kisses! From Sweet Potatoes Big Fish line, this adorably cute little swimsuit is perfect for days in the sun. Overlay styled in fun vibrant greens and blues. Bottom snaps for easy on and off.92% Polyester 8% Spandex. Machine wash.
Strawberry Fields Bubble Swimsuit and Matching Infant Hat
Swimsuit- $44.00; Infant Hat- $24.00
This vintage looking strawberry pattern is the bee's knees! Pretty polka dot ruffles and bows accentuate this super-feminine silhouette. Stuffed fabric strawberries dangle and delight. 80% nylon, 20% spandex. Hand wash.
You must also check out the matching infant hat! A vintage strawberry pattern makes this sun hat extra special. Feminine details like dainty little ruffles decorate the brim of this hat that is perfect for shading little cheeks from the sun. A pretty polka dot bow and two stuffed fabric strawberries complete this lovely topper. 100% cotton. Machine wash.
Be My Bumble Bee Double Ruffle Swimsuit
$34.00
What an adorable swimsuit for the little ones! Cutesy dots and stripes fabrics are accented with a daisy flower and a sweet bee design. 100% nylon. Hand wash.
Petshop Pirates Glam Swimsuit $38.00
Chic! This sweet swimsuit will have you making waves! Nautical striped fabric is trimmed and belted in pink. The ruffly flounce skirt adds a feminine touch. 100% nylon. Hand wash.
Fisherman’s Wharf Circle Print Boardshorts and Matching Hat
$32.00
He'll be easy to spot on a crowded beach in these bold graphic swim trunks from Bobby Mack. Drain holes on the pockets ensure you don't get overloaded with water or sand. An elastic
waistband means these trunks stay in place. Lined. 100% cotton. Machine wash.
Also check out the matching reversible hat, also available at Pure and Honest Kids, for $24.00.
Fishy Fishy Print Swim Trunks
$28.00
Fishy Fishy! Covered in a school of green fish and dotted with a few blue fish, these shorts are so much fun. Ready for the water, these swim trunks feature attached inside briefs. Big Fish by Sweet Potatoes. 100% cotton. Machine wash.
Paradise Printed Cargo Swim Trunks
$24.99
He'll be ready to hit the waves with these great Hawaiian flower print board shorts from Sweet Potatoes Big Fish line! With a side cargo pocket for his collected treasures, these shorts get him ready for fun in the sun! Back elastic waist. Velcro and zipper fly. 100% polyester. Machine wash.
Also check out the matching Paradise Tye Dye Palm T-shirt, available at Pure and Honest Kids for $19.99!
Pure and Honest Kids has some fantastic swimsuit options for you to choose from…check out some of our favorites below!
Happy swimming from Pure and Honest Kids!
Kiwi Kisses Baby Swim Suit
$34.00
Sweet Kiwi Kisses! From Sweet Potatoes Big Fish line, this adorably cute little swimsuit is perfect for days in the sun. Overlay styled in fun vibrant greens and blues. Bottom snaps for easy on and off.92% Polyester 8% Spandex. Machine wash.
Strawberry Fields Bubble Swimsuit and Matching Infant Hat
Swimsuit- $44.00; Infant Hat- $24.00
This vintage looking strawberry pattern is the bee's knees! Pretty polka dot ruffles and bows accentuate this super-feminine silhouette. Stuffed fabric strawberries dangle and delight. 80% nylon, 20% spandex. Hand wash.
You must also check out the matching infant hat! A vintage strawberry pattern makes this sun hat extra special. Feminine details like dainty little ruffles decorate the brim of this hat that is perfect for shading little cheeks from the sun. A pretty polka dot bow and two stuffed fabric strawberries complete this lovely topper. 100% cotton. Machine wash.Be My Bumble Bee Double Ruffle Swimsuit
$34.00
What an adorable swimsuit for the little ones! Cutesy dots and stripes fabrics are accented with a daisy flower and a sweet bee design. 100% nylon. Hand wash.
Petshop Pirates Glam Swimsuit $38.00Chic! This sweet swimsuit will have you making waves! Nautical striped fabric is trimmed and belted in pink. The ruffly flounce skirt adds a feminine touch. 100% nylon. Hand wash.
Fisherman’s Wharf Circle Print Boardshorts and Matching Hat
$32.00
He'll be easy to spot on a crowded beach in these bold graphic swim trunks from Bobby Mack. Drain holes on the pockets ensure you don't get overloaded with water or sand. An elastic
waistband means these trunks stay in place. Lined. 100% cotton. Machine wash.Also check out the matching reversible hat, also available at Pure and Honest Kids, for $24.00.
Fishy Fishy Print Swim Trunks
$28.00
Fishy Fishy! Covered in a school of green fish and dotted with a few blue fish, these shorts are so much fun. Ready for the water, these swim trunks feature attached inside briefs. Big Fish by Sweet Potatoes. 100% cotton. Machine wash.
Paradise Printed Cargo Swim Trunks$24.99
He'll be ready to hit the waves with these great Hawaiian flower print board shorts from Sweet Potatoes Big Fish line! With a side cargo pocket for his collected treasures, these shorts get him ready for fun in the sun! Back elastic waist. Velcro and zipper fly. 100% polyester. Machine wash.
Also check out the matching Paradise Tye Dye Palm T-shirt, available at Pure and Honest Kids for $19.99!
Monday, May 11, 2009
Sun Safety Tips!
This past weekend, our pool opened for the summer. It seems like it gets earlier and earlier each year. Our daughter was ecstatic, and had a wonderful time splashing around the pool. Afterwards, she smelled like summer…sunscreen and chlorine from the pool!
It made me think about sun safety and how it is so important to protect our little ones from the sun’s harmful rays. We spend a lot of time outdoors in the summer, and so I researched some ways to keep our daughter safe in the summertime sunshine!
---If at all possible, avoid the strongest sun rays of the day, which usually falls between 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
---Remember that babies six months and under should not use sunscreen, and therefore, should be kept out of the sun as much as possible.
---For all-day outdoor activities, make sure to bring an umbrella for shade or a pop-up tent to play in so your children can take a break from the sun.
---Use sunscreen consistently. Don’t forget to reapply throughout the day. Remember to apply the first round of sunscreen about 30 minutes before going outside so it has time to soak in…this way a good layer of protection will form. Apply it generously all day long.
---If you are going to take your kids swimming, be sure to use waterproof sunscreen. Most waterproof sunscreen lasts up to 80 minutes in the water, so don’t forget to reapply during adult swim at the pool and take breaks at the beach for a sunscreen rubdown!
---Put on sunscreen yourself in front of your kids. Showing your children that you, too, protect yourself from the sun is a great way to stress the importance of sun safety.
---Have your little ones wear hats in the sun.
---Choose a sunscreen that has an SPF of 15 or higher.
---Drink lots of fluids, especially water, when spending a lot of time outdoors. The sun can easily dehydrate you, so remember to drink, drink, and drink!
Happy sunny weather to you all from Pure and Honest Kids and stay safe from the summertime sunshine!
Also, check out the Babysafe Sunscreen Towelettes that are SPF 30+, available at Pure and Honest Kids! This is an easy way to make sure your little ones are playing it safe in the sunshine!
Babysafe Sunscreen Towelettes
$26.00
Developed by Pediatrician Moms, Babysafe Sunscreen Towelettes make an outing with baby a walk in the park. These soft wipes are saturated with a gentle, sweat-proof, broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen that are enriched with Vitamins E and B5, marine silk, aloe and oat to protect, soothe and moisturize baby’s skin, made with a pediatrician’s knowledge and a mom’s loving care.
It made me think about sun safety and how it is so important to protect our little ones from the sun’s harmful rays. We spend a lot of time outdoors in the summer, and so I researched some ways to keep our daughter safe in the summertime sunshine!
---If at all possible, avoid the strongest sun rays of the day, which usually falls between 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
---Remember that babies six months and under should not use sunscreen, and therefore, should be kept out of the sun as much as possible.
---For all-day outdoor activities, make sure to bring an umbrella for shade or a pop-up tent to play in so your children can take a break from the sun.
---Use sunscreen consistently. Don’t forget to reapply throughout the day. Remember to apply the first round of sunscreen about 30 minutes before going outside so it has time to soak in…this way a good layer of protection will form. Apply it generously all day long.
---If you are going to take your kids swimming, be sure to use waterproof sunscreen. Most waterproof sunscreen lasts up to 80 minutes in the water, so don’t forget to reapply during adult swim at the pool and take breaks at the beach for a sunscreen rubdown!
---Put on sunscreen yourself in front of your kids. Showing your children that you, too, protect yourself from the sun is a great way to stress the importance of sun safety.
---Have your little ones wear hats in the sun.
---Choose a sunscreen that has an SPF of 15 or higher.
---Drink lots of fluids, especially water, when spending a lot of time outdoors. The sun can easily dehydrate you, so remember to drink, drink, and drink!
Happy sunny weather to you all from Pure and Honest Kids and stay safe from the summertime sunshine!
Also, check out the Babysafe Sunscreen Towelettes that are SPF 30+, available at Pure and Honest Kids! This is an easy way to make sure your little ones are playing it safe in the sunshine!
Babysafe Sunscreen Towelettes
$26.00
Developed by Pediatrician Moms, Babysafe Sunscreen Towelettes make an outing with baby a walk in the park. These soft wipes are saturated with a gentle, sweat-proof, broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen that are enriched with Vitamins E and B5, marine silk, aloe and oat to protect, soothe and moisturize baby’s skin, made with a pediatrician’s knowledge and a mom’s loving care.
Each wipe contains enough sunscreen to cover baby from head to toe, with no fuss and no mess.
They are a dermatologist-approved way to keep baby protected from UV rays at any age, anywhere, anytime.The American Academy of Pediatrics now recommends the use of sunscreen on infants younger than 6 months of age, if adequate clothing and shade are not available. Baby Silk Babysafe Sunscreen Towelettes are safe to use on babies (and adults) of all ages! Made in the USA. No animal testing. Hypoallergenic. Clinically tested. Pack of 15 wipes.
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Everyday Mix and Match with Daily Tea!
Looking for summer play outfits that are comfy, yet stylish? Look no further than the Daily Tea Collection, available at Pure and Honest Kids! Daily Tea’s mix-and-match knits are inspired by the everyday world of play. Stock up for the whole summer!
Perfect for outdoor play, lounging after the beach or pool, or for neighborhood picnics and barbecues, you’ll find Daily Tea knits are the perfect solution for summer play. The clothes are comfortable, yet chic and are sure to be a hit by both parents and children alike.
Check out some of our favorites for girls!
Daily Tea Vine Flower Dot Dress
Pretty and girly, this flower dot dress from Daily Tea is great for warm weather days. With sweet butterfly sleeves and shirring at the empire waist, this lovely printed dress is sporty, feminine and so very refreshing! 100% cotton. Machine wash. Vine.
$25.00
Daily Tea Chili Pepper Butterfly Top
Ideal for warm weather days, this tank top is screen printed with fun butterflies and finished with rib contrast trim and straps. 100% cotton. Machine wash. Chili Pepper (red).
$19.00
Check out some of our favorites for boys!
Daily Tea Stone Color Block Crab Tee
Sure to be a favorite for him this summer! Daily Tea's fun crab graphic tee is the perfect match to a pair of long short or cozy cargo pants. Snaps at collar on infant sizes. 100% cotton. Machine wash. Stone (light gray).
$19.00
Dolphin Tea Dolphin Romper
With a three button placket at the collar, diaper snaps for easy changing and a simple dolphin graphic, this one piece romper from Daily Tea has it all! Simple, soft, stylish and so easy to wear - what else are you looking for? 100% cotton. Machine wash. Indigo (blue).
$23.00
Looking for a Fourth of July outfit? Here are some great choices for you!
Daily Tea Dry Rose Star Flower Tank Dress for Toddlers
(Sizes 2-5)
Daily Tea Dry Rose Star Flower Tank Dress for Infants
(Sizes 3 months to 24 months)
Daily Tea Ultramarine Blossom Tank Dress for Infants
(Sizes 3 months to 24 months)
Daily Tea Ultramarine Star Flower Tank Top
Daily Tea Chili Pepper Ringer Tea
Check out the whole Daily Tea Collection at Pure and Honest Kids here.
Perfect for outdoor play, lounging after the beach or pool, or for neighborhood picnics and barbecues, you’ll find Daily Tea knits are the perfect solution for summer play. The clothes are comfortable, yet chic and are sure to be a hit by both parents and children alike.
Check out some of our favorites for girls!
Daily Tea Vine Flower Dot Dress
Pretty and girly, this flower dot dress from Daily Tea is great for warm weather days. With sweet butterfly sleeves and shirring at the empire waist, this lovely printed dress is sporty, feminine and so very refreshing! 100% cotton. Machine wash. Vine.
$25.00
Daily Tea Chili Pepper Butterfly Top
Ideal for warm weather days, this tank top is screen printed with fun butterflies and finished with rib contrast trim and straps. 100% cotton. Machine wash. Chili Pepper (red).
$19.00
Check out some of our favorites for boys!
Daily Tea Stone Color Block Crab Tee
Sure to be a favorite for him this summer! Daily Tea's fun crab graphic tee is the perfect match to a pair of long short or cozy cargo pants. Snaps at collar on infant sizes. 100% cotton. Machine wash. Stone (light gray).
$19.00
Dolphin Tea Dolphin Romper
With a three button placket at the collar, diaper snaps for easy changing and a simple dolphin graphic, this one piece romper from Daily Tea has it all! Simple, soft, stylish and so easy to wear - what else are you looking for? 100% cotton. Machine wash. Indigo (blue).
$23.00
Looking for a Fourth of July outfit? Here are some great choices for you!
Daily Tea Dry Rose Star Flower Tank Dress for Toddlers
(Sizes 2-5)
Daily Tea Dry Rose Star Flower Tank Dress for Infants
(Sizes 3 months to 24 months)
Daily Tea Ultramarine Blossom Tank Dress for Infants
(Sizes 3 months to 24 months)
Daily Tea Ultramarine Star Flower Tank Top
Daily Tea Chili Pepper Ringer Tea
Check out the whole Daily Tea Collection at Pure and Honest Kids here.
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