It helps keep families from drifting apart. Mary Richards shouldn't have tossed her hat away Keeping warm when the mercury dips low is a matter of staying dry, covered and layered, says Sherri Gahring, Minnesota Extension Service specialist and assistant professor of design, housing and apparel. Gahring offers an array of tips for denizens of the frostbite belt who want to ward off the chill. For instance, up to 70 percent of heat loss is through the head, so hats are important. Also, lined mittens are warmer than gloves, and two or three layers of clothing are warmer than one thick one because a ir trapped between layers is a good insulator.
Babies require special care.
They can easily get too hot if overdressed, so remove snowsuits and blankets when young children will be in a warm place for a long time. Use at least two blankets, including one heavy one, when carrying newborns outside, and protect babies' faces from windburn with a loose blanket or scarf. When 101 Dalmatians hits movie screens this holiday season, a puppy may be at the top of every child's wish list. U veterinarians suggest they consider the animal's breed tendencies and meet th e pet's parents if possible. By meeting the pet's mother, the potential owner will have some indication as to how the pet will act when it's grown.