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Use the right insect repellent to protect your baby during the rainy season
The rainy season is the breeding season for mosquitoes and other insects, so it's important to know how to protect your kids from the diseases they carry. aFamilyToday Health will help you learn about insect repellents how to use them to protect your kids during the rainy season.
What do you need to know when using insect repellent for children?
Read the directions carefully before using any insect repellent. The time to work depends on the percentage of DEET ingredients . The higher the percentage, the less frequently used it - DEET concentrations can be as high as 50 percent (higher DEET concentrations above 50 percent will not increase the effectiveness of the drug). Therefore, mothers should be diligent in choosing which insect repellants have DEET ingredients to effectively protect their children.
How to use insect repellent to protect my child?
You should only apply or spray medicine on baby's clothing or areas of skin that are not covered by layers of clothing as directed on the product label. In particular, do not apply or spray on the skin covered by clothing such as the abdomen or chest.
You should not apply, spray insect repellent on wounds, cuts, or on irritated skin. Avoid getting the baby's eyes or mouth exposed to the medicine. You can apply a small amount around the baby's ear.
For facial skin, you should not spray the baby directly on the baby's face, but spray it on your hands, gently rub and then apply on the baby's face.
Do not apply too much, just apply enough to absorb on the skin. Too much of the drug needed does not increase the effectiveness or prolong the protection period.
If your baby has to use insect repellent for many days or must use it several times a day, you should wash your baby well after he comes home or before he goes to bed.
If your baby's skin shows signs of rash or allergies due to insect repellent products, stop using and rinse with mild soap and water, then take your baby to a medical center or hospital for tutorial. Be sure to bring the insect repellent that you used to tell your doctor.
You should not give your baby products that combine both insect repellant and sunscreen ingredients, but use separate products. Put sunscreen on your baby first then insect repellent.
Can I use insect repellents while breastfeeding mothers?
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the US Environmental Protection Agency, insecticides are safe for nursing mothers when used as recommended by their doctor ( This product is also safe for pregnant women).
By simply following the instructions above, you can protect yourself and your family from insects and diseases they cause during this rainy season.
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