14/07/2026
🥵 With the hot weather, it’s so important to know the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke, especially if you’re caring for babies and young children as they can’t regulate their temperature as well as older children and adults.
✅ Knowing what to look for could help you act quickly when it matters most.
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A few simple ways to help prevent overheating:
🔸Offer regular feeds and drinks.
🔸Keep children in the shade where possible.
🔸Dress them in lightweight, loose-fitting clothing.
🔸Avoid being outside during the hottest part of the day.
🔸If you think someone has heat stroke, call 999 immediately. It’s a serious medical emergency.