28/05/2026
☀️ Keeping Babies Safe in the Heat ☀️
Hot weather can be dangerous for little ones because babies overheat much faster than adults. Here are some simple ways to keep them safe and comfortable:
👶 Keep babies in the shade as much as possible
💧 Offer regular feeds — breastmilk or formula keeps them hydrated
🧢 Dress them in light, loose cotton clothing and a sun hat
🌡️ Keep rooms cool with fans, curtains closed, or cooler evening air
🚫 Never leave a baby in a parked car — even for a minute
🛏️ Check they aren’t too hot while sleeping (feel their chest or back, not hands/feet)
☀️ Avoid direct sun, especially between 11am–3pm
🧴 For babies over 6 months, use baby-safe sunscreen on exposed skin
Signs a baby may be overheating:
• Flushed skin
• Fast breathing
• Unusual sleepiness or irritability
• Fewer wet nappies
If you’re worried your baby is unwell from the heat, seek medical advice promptly.
Stay cool and stay safe this summer 💛
This page advises those working with children on how to reduce the risks of hot weather to the health of people they provide care for. This is part of the guidance for the hazard: heat.