Even if your child does not tend to burn, skin damage can occur. Be sure your child takes swimming lessons, not only for pleasure, but for safety reasons, too. Be sure to drink plenty of fluids throughout the day, especially water. Avoid sodas, as they can dehydrate you. When supervising children playing in the pool, never turn your back.
Accidents can happen in a second.
Be sure to wear hats. They can protect the ears and back of the neck from sunburn. Sunglasses protect the eyes. Even though it is summer and school is not in session, be sure to maintain some semblance of a schedule and make sure children get plenty of sleep. When travelling by car on a family vacation, be sure to have on a hand a first aid kit, some water, and some non-perishable snacks.