{"id":1216,"date":"2019-05-20T18:29:26","date_gmt":"2019-05-20T12:59:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.untumble.com\/blog\/?p=1216"},"modified":"2024-12-10T18:51:35","modified_gmt":"2024-12-10T13:21:35","slug":"keep-kids-safe-from-monsoon-illness-7-precautions-to-take-during-the-rains","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.untumble.com\/blog\/keep-kids-safe-from-monsoon-illness-7-precautions-to-take-during-the-rains\/","title":{"rendered":"Keep Kids Safe from Monsoon Illness: 7 Precautions to Take During the Rains"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Rain, rain, go away,                <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come\nagain another day<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Little\nJohnny wants to play!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is just a childhood rhyme that most of\nus recited as kids. Now that we have our own kids to take care of, this sweet\nchildhood chant comes back to mind. Taking care of kids is not a fairly simple\ntask- it comes with its share of challenges. Take the example of monsoons;\nlittle ones are more prone to falling ill during the rains than us grownups!  Right from the common cold to leptospirosis\nand dysentery, monsoon time illnesses can be a nightmare for any parent!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However with some basic precautions and\nlots of care, you can keep your young son or daughter free from diseases that\nmake their rounds during the monsoon. Here are some tips to help you out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purified\nwater<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Water borne illnesses such as typhoid are rampant at this time of the year. So make sure you boil\/purify water at home, and let your kids drink only bottled water when they are out. Ensure that they eat and drink only from reliable places (definitely not roadside stalls!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rain\nprotection<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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If your child is prone to catching a cold ever so often, be sure to dress him\/her in appropriate raincoat, gum boots, etc. Even if they\u2019re not, it\u2019s good to keep kids covered completely during the rains with appropriate rainproof gear to keep flu and pneumonia at bay. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep\nmosquitoes out<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Water logging after heavy showers leads to creation of breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Use mosquito repellents and nets to protect your children from these deadly insects. Also keep windows and doors closed during evenings to keep the mosquitoes from getting inside. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hot\nshowers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When they get home wet from the rain,\nquickly get them into a hot shower. Staying wet for too long can lead to cold\nand flu, so it\u2019s better to get them to go for a warm bath with antiseptic\nliquid, and dry their body and hair as soon as possible. A cup of hot tea or\nsoup after helps too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check\ntheir skin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Kids\u2019 skin is delicate, and more prone to\ncuts or rashes. When they jump in muddy puddles or fall in rainwater, bacteria\nor viruses can enter their body through these cuts. So keep checking their skin\noften, and apply medicine or antiseptic cream as needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Build\nimmunity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Feed your little ones a variety of fruits\nand vegetables rich in Vitamin A, E, C, and B \u2013 Complex, minerals, antioxidants\nand phytochemicals. A well-balanced diet will build their immunity and help\nthem fight diseases not only during monsoons but all year long too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vaccinations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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It\u2019s always good to make sure your kids\u2019\nvaccines are up to date. Check with the doctor to ensure they are, and for more\nadvice on how to combat common childhood illnesses during rains. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apart from these tips, it\u2019s good to\npractice basic hygiene such as cutting nails short, staying out of muddy water\nas much as possible, and using a hand sanitizer to keep hands clean. With these\nprecautions, your little one can enjoy the rains while you stay stress-free!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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