2023-07-15 08:37:48
It’s not just the sea in life. Many people choose to go to the mountains for their summer holidays, in order to take advantage of the fresh air it provides. An equally conducive environment for babies, which can only do them good. However, you will need to take certain precautions to preserve the health of your little ones.
What attitude not to exceed with a baby?
Initially, it is strongly advised once morest going to the high mountains with a baby, due to the high risk of developing the acute mountain sickness syndrome (MAM), which causes headaches, insomnia and nausea at altitudes above 2,100 meters. Pediatricians generally recommend not taking an infant under 15 months to an altitude above 1,700 meters, and 1,500 meters for babies under one year old.
However, there are many low mountain resorts suitable for family holidays, and very suitable for infants thanks to milder temperatures than in the plains. Finally, it is recommended to take your baby to the pediatrician before leaving, because only he will be able to tell you if your child is fit for this trip. If you do not know which stations to look for, you can consult those recommended by the French label “Family Plus”.
Other recommendations for your baby in the mountains
On vacation in the mountains, the lack of oxygen, the altitude and the cold can cause inconvenience for your baby: ear infections, chapping or frostbite. Be sure to cover him well by dressing him warmly, avoid leaving him immobile for too long, and take regular breaks. Also protect your eyes from UV rays, which are much stronger and more harmful than outdoors, with a pair of glasses with a protection factor of 4.
Also be sure to have him wear a hat to protect his head from the sun. Bring light clothing, and brush it regularly with sunscreen suitable for its sensitive skin. Also remember to hydrate it regularly, the mountain air being drier than in the plain. This will also allow him to swallow more often and relax his eardrums, as altitude variations weaken babies’ ears.
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