On hot sunny days, keeping the baby cool and easy to sleep is the top priority of many parents. However, many people worry that using air conditioning will cause the baby to have dry nose and sore throat, while turning on the fan is afraid that the baby will get a cold or a cold.
In fact, both fans and air conditioners can be used for babies, but if used incorrectly, they can affect health. The important thing is to maintain a suitable temperature, avoid direct drafts and keep the baby's body stable.
Below is important information to help parents choose the right and use it safely.
Is air conditioning really harmful to children?
Air conditioning is not harmful if used properly. Common problems are parents keeping the temperature too low or letting the wind blow directly into the baby's face and body. This can cause the baby to get cold, cough, runny nose or dry skin.
In addition, air-conditioned rooms closed for a long time easily lack moisture, causing the baby to have a dry throat and discomfort, especially for infants with weak respiratory systems.
Is turning on the fan for the baby safe?
The fan helps air circulate and create a comfortable feeling. However, if the fan blows directly into the baby for a long time, the baby may have a cold stomach, catch a cold, or sweat but not dissipate heat properly.
For young children, fans should only be in a light setting, rotate evenly or face the wall to disperse the wind instead of blowing directly.
So should you turn on the fan or use the air conditioner for your baby?
On hot sunny days, air conditioning is a better choice because it helps control the temperature stably, avoiding the situation of the room being too hot, causing the baby to lose water and have difficulty sleeping. However, parents can still combine fans with air conditioning to make air circulation better, avoid stuffy rooms and reduce the feeling of stuffiness.
The most important thing is not to let the baby get cold suddenly and not to change the temperature too quickly.
Important notes when using air conditioners or fans for babies
Room temperature should be maintained at a pleasant level, not too different from the outdoor temperature.
Do not let air conditioning or fans blow directly into the baby's face and body.
You should dress your baby in loose clothes but cover your belly, and wear thin socks if necessary.
It is necessary to supplement enough water and monitor signs of dry nose and stuffy nose in babies.
Air-conditioned rooms should be cleaned regularly to limit dust and bacteria.
Whether using a fan or air conditioner, the most important thing is still how to use it correctly and observe the baby's reaction. When the baby sleeps well, does not sweat cold and there are no signs of cough or stuffy nose, parents can rest assured to maintain it.
