Parts of the UK are expected to see temperatures of 33C as a heatwave continues to toast the nation. With limited access to air conditioning, Britons are already struggling to stay cool at home. For those with infants, though, there is the additional concern of making sure their little ones stay safe.
Healthline explains a baby’s skin is between 20 and 30 percent thinner than an adult’s, which means they are more sensitive to temperature.
This means that a cool bath for your baby is still warmer than you would run it for yourself.
For reference, the safest and most preferred bath temperature for newborn babies is around 37C.
According to BabyCentre.co.uk: “If you’re not using a thermometer, a quick way to check is to use your elbow rather than your hand to gauge the temperature. The water should feel neither hot nor cold.”
Dressing your baby appropriately for bed is also essential in keeping them comfortable at night.
If it is really hot, keep nightwear and bedclothes to a minimum.
The NHS added: “If your baby kicks or pushes off the covers during the night, consider putting them in just a nappy with a single well-secured sheet that will not work loose and cover their face or get entangled during the night.”
