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A Friendly Guide to Applying Sunscreen on Little Ones
Ah, summer! The time for outdoor fun, but also the time for the dreaded sunscreen application on our tiny humans. If you’ve ever tried to slather SPF on a wiggly child, you know it can turn into a sweaty, chaotic circus. But fear not! Here’s a light-hearted, step-by-step approach to make this task a little easier.
- Prep Your Space: Start by vacuuming the area where you’ll be applying sunscreen. Trust me, this will minimize the mess of animal hair, crumbs, and miscellaneous debris that will inevitably cling to your little ones as they roll around.
- Naked Time: Strip down those kiddos! Not only will this help you cover every inch of skin, but it also prevents their clothing from soaking up all that precious sunscreen.
- Seal the House: Even if the weather’s perfect, close all windows and doors. You don’t want the neighbors hearing the inevitable screams and chaos that follow.
- Happy Tummies, Happy Kids: Make sure everyone is fed and in good spirits. Have a few bribes ready—like snacks or extra screen time—just in case their mood takes a nosedive.
- Breathe Deep: Take a moment to calm your nerves. Inhale, exhale, and maybe even repeat a mantra like, “It’s just sunscreen, it’s just sunscreen.”
- Set the Stage: Let the kids know it’s time for sunscreen. Remind them that the quicker they cooperate, the sooner you can hit the pool, park, or wherever you’re headed.
- The Chase Begins: Brace yourself for about 45 minutes of chasing half-naked children around the yard. It’s cardio, right?
- Take a Break: If you need to, sneak into the kitchen for a quick sip of something stronger. You deserve it after that workout!
- Lay Down the Law: Firmly tell them that if sunscreen doesn’t happen soon, the fun day is off! This might just jolt them into action.
- Make Progress: Start applying sunscreen to their arms and shoulders, peppering in some encouragement to keep spirits high.
- Ouch!: Just when you think you’re making headway, prepare for unexpected headbutts and knee strikes to sensitive areas. Breathe through the pain!
- Where’s the Stick?: Spend a good chunk of time looking for the sunscreen stick. Discover that the baby has been using it as a chew toy. Call poison control for reassurance—everything’s fine!
- Face Time: Apply the stick to their faces, which may require some wrestling. Don’t forget those ears!
- Relief!: Finally, the sunscreen is on (mostly). Send the kids off to play while you gather water bottles and search for your lost flip-flop.
- The Inevitable Pool Dive: Just when you think you’re in the clear, peek out to see them jumping into the baby pool, washing off all your hard work!
- Dress Them Up: Scour your drawers for oversized t-shirts and baseball hats to minimize the damage.
- Get Moving: Stuff everyone into their silly outfits and hit the road.
- Silence, Please: As you drive, secretly wish for a moment of peace to recover from the sunscreen saga.
- Sing It Out: If the backseat noise becomes unbearable, roll down the windows and blast some tunes to drown out the chaos.
- Destination Achieved: Before stepping out of the car, jot down some fun indoor activities for tomorrow. You know, just in case!
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Summary
Navigating the sunscreen application process with small children can be a wild ride, but with the right preparation and a sense of humor, you can make it work. From creating a mess-free zone to dressing them in silly outfits, every step counts in ensuring they’re protected from the sun while having fun.