Keep the kids
sun safe
 id you know that children and adolescents are most susceptible to sunburn? The highest prevalence of multiple sunburns in the summer occurs in people between the ages of 15 and 24. This results from higher levels of sun exposure combined with fewer protective behaviours.
A guide to success:
• Apply sunscreen that provides UVA and UVB protection, SPF 15 or higher. Sufficient amounts need to be spread evenly over the body every two hours. Don’t forget the ears, neck, top of feet and behind legs and knees
• Don’t count on sunscreen alone to provide complete protection from the sun. Sun-protective hats and clothing are simple and effective additions to reduce UVA and UVB exposure to the face, head, neck and body
• Avoid sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. when the sun’s strength is at its peak or find some shade; 65% of all UV rays hit the earth during these hours
• Babies’ skin is much more delicate, increasing the chance of sunburn. Keep babies under six months old out of direct sunlight
• Choose a baby specific sunscreen with SPF 30, 50 or 60. The higher, the better.
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And baby changes your world
 hortly after the baby is placed in their arms, many first-time moms realize their new, little bundle doesn’t come with an instruction manual. Nor do maternal instincts arrive without self-doubt. Enter: Caring For You and Your Baby, an online resource for moms of newborns up to toddlerhood. New moms can learn strategies for getting more rest, exercise and good nutrition, as well as recognizing the signs and symptoms of post partum depression.
First time moms with minimal baby experience will be relieved to learn about safe bathing strategies, keeping your home healthy and germ-free, and tips for diapering. Whether you’re concerned about your baby reaching developmental milestones or want tips on choosing childcare to suit your family’s needs, this site offers simple information in 12 languages. Brought to you by the Canadian Public Health Association (CPHA) in partnership with Reckitt Benckiser Inc.
you-and-your-baby.cpha.ca H&L
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