To test the product, place a dab of lotion on your baby's wrist to make sure there is no allergic reaction. Buy sunscreens that are labeled waterproof or water resistant. If your child is playing in the water, reapply every two hours. Water Safety Surround your pool with a high fence and always keep the gate locked when the pool is not is use. Do not leave a child unattended anywhere near a pool.
Children can drown in the time it takes to make a sandwich or even answer the phone.
If you or your neighbors have a pool, it's a good idea for children to learn water safety at an early age. Speak to your doctor about the appropriate ago to start swimming lessons. Although floats and inner tubes are helpful, they are no substitute for direct, parental supervision. Burns Keep babies and toddlers away from barbecue grills. Their hands could easily get burned and, even worse, they could tip over the grill onto themselves or onto the ground and start a fire.