Tips to take care of baby in hot weather
Mothers with small babies and young children dread the coming of the hot weather. Excessive heat often makes the youngsters irritable, peevish and tearful. But if precautions are taken against baby becoming overheated; if his food supply is kept free from all contamination and his clothes are such as to permit freedom and comfort, then there is no reason why the hot days should not pass in peace and contentment for both mother and child. The greatest factor in keeping baby well during the hot weather is suitable feeding. In this respect infants who are breastfed have many advantages over those who are fed artificially. It is a well-known fact that a majority of summer ailments occur among the latter. Those who are obtaining a natural supply of milk being comparatively free from attack. Clean, Cool and Covered If baby is on artificial food special care must be taken regarding its preparation. Whoever undertakes the task should have scrupulously clean hands; milk must be obtained from a ...