Disclosure: This is a part of a sponsored collaboration with DiMe Media and Dreft. All opinions are 100% mine.
It is finally getting warmer here on the East Coast and when the temperature start to rise it is time to get outside and have some fun. We love to venture outside to play as soon as it starts to get warm. While we love the gorgeous spring weather, it also brings more allergies. Everyone in my family suffers from them. We all have super sensitive skin.
This is why I am so happy that Dreft is hypoallergenic and gentle on skin. Dreft is the number one baby laundry detergent choice of pediatricians to be gentle and hypoallergenic on baby’s skin. Trusted for over 80 years. Dreft comes with a baby scent beloved by moms, and it remains safe and hypoallergenic for baby.
Dreft has also created Blissful in wash scent boosters that are hypoallergenic and perfect for sensitive skin. You will find this combination of detergent and boosters in my laundry room all of the time. Dreft Blissful is safe for all colors, fabrics and loads and brings back that baby fresh scent long after the babies are grown up.
Lucky, for everyone I have a few tips on how to further avoid allergens this Spring from Dreft partner, Dr. Dyan Hes who is the Medical Director of Gramercy Pediatrics in New York City and was recently named a 2013 top doctor by New York magazine.
Dr. Hes suggests the following:
- Shade the sun: The long awaited spring season means increased outdoor time for parents and their babies. When heading outside, don’t forget to practice appropriate baby skin safety.
- For babies 6 months or older. If your baby is 6 months or older, liberally use sunscreen. Also, avoid exposing your baby to the sun during peak hours — generally 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — and dress your baby in protective clothing, a hat with a brim and sunglasses.
- For babies younger than 6 months. If your baby is younger than 6 months, keep him or her out of direct sunlight. Protect your baby from sun exposure by dressing him or her in protective clothing, a hat with a brim and sunglasses.
- Make bath-time beneficial: Over exposure to water can actually rob skin of natural moisture. Scaling back on tub time will help avoid resulting itch — about 10 minutes is plenty of time for water play and a quick scrub. Use warm water (vs. hot) and leave the suds to the very end. Use a mild cleanser to keep skin soft and itch-free. Gently pat skin dry and end with an after-bath moisturizer to seal in moisture and protect baby’s soft skin.
- Load up on liquids: Staying hydrated during the spring months is important as baby gets more active outdoor time and sun exposure. Start with the inside and ensure children get enough to drink throughout the day. Infants should nurse or take a bottle often; older kids should tote a sippy cup or reusable water bottle. Include plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables and smoothies in your child’s diet too.
- Choose the right fabrics and care for them properly: When it comes to fabrics, it’s extremely important to seek out gentle and hypoallergenic items to care for the items that touch baby’s sensitive skin. It’s also essential that fabrics be cared for properly. Wash baby’s items with a specially-formulated product such as Dreft, the #1 baby laundry detergent choice of pediatricians to be gentle and hypoallergenic on baby’s skin. Trusted for over 80 years, Dreft comes with a babyhood scent beloved by moms, and it remains safe and hypoallergenic for baby.
- Protect Problem Skin: Heat is a common trigger for eczema and as the weather warms up, there are a few things you can do to help prevent flare ups of such skin irritations. The sun is strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. so try to shield baby from direct sun exposure during those times. There are also apps available that can inform you of the hottest part of the day – which can be helpful for parents as they plan any outings with their little ones!
If you are looking for even more tips on how to avoid Spring allergens, join me.
- Join us for a Dreft Twitter Party and a chance to win fabulous prizes on Thursday, May 12th from 9-10pm ET! To RSVP, visit www.dimemedia.net #DreftSpring
Even if you can’t make it to the party. I am happy to say that one of my readers will win a Dreft Hypoallergenic Package, that includes:
- Dreft Product: Newborn, Active Baby and Blissfuls
- $50 AMEX Gift Card
All you have to do is leave a comment on this post and tell us what is your favorite spring time activity to do with you little ones?
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