Over dressing or under dressing a child can lead to preventable illness and discomfort for a little one who can’t dress him or herself. Dress for the weather to keep kids healthy. That means anticipating changes in the weather as well.

In some places, the weather can change within the hour. Therefore dressing for the weather will take some planning and preparation. Winter is typically thought of as the season where weather related illnesses will befall a child. In some cases, it could be that the child simply isn’t prepared for rain, sudden temperature drops, and even ice and snow. Layers are a great way to make sure the child is snug. The child can add and remove clothing without much effort. If the weather will be wet, a pair of rubber boots will keep the feet warm and dry. There are many fun colors and prints that make wearing this bulky footwear fun. If waterproofing your child is just one more thing to keep up with, check with outdoors and camping stores. Many rain coats come with little compression bags that compactly carry a raincoat that easily fits in a backpack. These kinds of raincoats also make great little windbreakers.

It’s important that kids are dressed for the summer weather, too. Kids will run and play. An overdressed child can overheat and suffer dehydration. On the other hand, make sure the child is not over exposed to the sun. If the little one is fair complected, tanks may not be the best style. If your child insists, then put sunscreen on him or her, even on school days. Remind your children to drink plenty of water during warm weather. Also, make sure they wear the proper shoes for the proper activities. Little girls love flip flops. Don’t give in to that if the child will be running, climbing or playing in tall grass or wooded areas. Even closed summer shoes can be fun.