Hello! We want to take a moment to thank you for allowing each of us to visit with you and your family in your home this year. We know that this year did not end as we thought it would, but we still valued our time together, even if it was by way of a video call. Thank you for taking a chance with online virtual visits and adjusting with us during this time. Thank you for your patience as we attempted to provide the same quality of service that you have received in the past. We hope that it was a valuable experience for you. It has been a true honor and a privilege to continue visiting you.
We look forward to connecting with you again in August, when school returns to see each of your and your families again and to see how everyone is doing. Have a great summer! We wish you well! Grandview C4 Parents as Teachers Sun Safety TipsAccording to the American Academy of Dermatology, it only takes one blistering sunburn during childhood to adolescence to nearly double a person’s chance of developing melanoma – the deadliest form of skin cancer – later in life. Babies under 6 months of age should be kept out of direct sunlight. Make sure your baby doesn’t get overheated and drinks plenty of fluids. The sun rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. During those times, take the follow action steps to protect your children and yourself.
When choosing a sunscreen, it's best to select one that does not contain the ingredient oxybenzone, since it is chemical that may have hormonal properties. Apply generously 30 minutes before going outdoors ----- apply to ears, nose, back of neck, carefully around eyes, hands, tops of feet, and back of knees (apply sparingly to face and back of hands of infants under 6 months), reapply at least every two hours if child is dry ----- apply a water-resistant sunscreen if child is in water and reapply more often (at least every hour) ----- you may want to apply lip balm that contains SPF Important Sunscreen TipsFor More Sun Safety Resources |
AuthorThe parent educators with Grandview Parents As Teachers have over 100 years of cummulative early childhood and home visiting experience. Archives
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