Meyers knows this is the future for her kids. The reality is that their summers will be different from what she experienced. But it’s important for her to figure out how to keep their summers as normal – and as fun – as possible in the face of extreme heat. ...
These drinks are sometimes recommended if you're exercising and sweating for more than one hour. But if you're moving for less than one hour, water is enough. Kids who are inactive don't need any sports drinks at all. If needed for sports, try an electrolyte tablet or packet to add ...
Patel it like it is: How to keep kids safe in the summer heat wave ABC News' Dr. Alok Patel shares his safety tips for how to keep children cool while having a blast this summer. June 26, 2024 Additional Live Streams Live ABC News Live...
For example, if your brother is old enough not to play with his plastic bike, why not give it to another family who has a little kid so that they don't need to buy one? And one less large plastic toy doesn’t need to be produced. Recycling has never been easier. Many organizations...
Make time for your kids each day. Whether they need to talk with you or just be in the same room with you, make yourself available. Even as kids get older, quality time is important. It’s really hard for some people to come home after a tiring day of work, get down on the floor...
kit should be easy to find. But it should be kept in a high, childproof cabinet, far away from kids’ prying fingers. Keep one full-sized kit in a central spot at home, such as your kitchen or bathroom. Then put a smaller kit in your car or purse for when you’re on the road...
This summer’s record heat in Denver has produced a spike in smog, which forms when intense sunlight mixes with chemicals from fossil fuel combustion. The smog and wildfire smoke create a toxic stew that can trigger asthma attacks and increase the risk of heart and lung trouble even for healt...
Plant zinnias in an annual or mixed border garden. Smaller zinnias are suitable for edging,windowboxes, or othercontainers. Read Next Planting Choosing a location that gets full sun (6 to 8 hours of sunlight per day) is essential to getting plentiful blooms throughout the season. Additionally...
advises keeping babies inside if the heat index is above 90 degrees. Since babies overheat easier than adults, it may be too hot for babies, even if their parents feel fine. However, Ketchum reminds parents, “If you are feeling uncomfortably hot, your baby is definitely ...
Put the conditioner in her hair and cover with a plastic cap to start the process. Allow her to play for a bit and the heat from the activity will warm up the conditioner and your baby will be none the wiser. If your child is great about conditioning, then, by all means, sit her ...