Be sure to read this before installing a heater in the baby’s room; May cause skin and respiratory effects

• The heater dries out the air in the room, which is bad for the baby’s delicate skin.
• Dry and hot air can dry out the mucous membrane in the baby’s nose and make breathing difficult.
• Keeping the room too hot puts the baby at risk of sweating, discomfort and dehydration.

When it gets cold in winter, it is necessary to use heater in the house. In particular little baby in houses with It is the intention of the parents to get a warm environment, the baby does not get cold. But the indoor air produced by the heater can unknowingly affect the baby’s health. Babies’ skin is more delicate than that of adults, the protective layer of the skin is not yet fully developed, so moisture is lost quickly. So it responds quickly to this dry air. As a result, problems such as dry skin, itchiness, rashes or eczema can appear.

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Remember ‘these’ things

• If the hot surface of the heater comes within reach of the baby, there is a risk of burns. Hence oil fired (oil) heaters are considered relatively safer.
• Care must be taken to ensure adequate ventilation in the room, keeping the heater at a safe distance from baby’s cradle.
• Avoid leaving the heater on all night, it is safer to turn off the heater once the room has warmed up enough.
• Do not over-dress or cover the baby. It is necessary to check whether the baby is sweating by placing the hand on the baby’s neck.

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Effects on babies’ breathing only due to dry air

Not only does it affect the skin, dry nasal mucosa can increase the risk of nasal congestion, breathing difficulties, sleep disturbances or colds and coughs. Many parents think of it as a seasonal illness, but in reality the environment in the home may be the cause. Another overlooked winter hazard is overheating. If the room is too hot, the baby is at risk of sweating, discomfort, skin rashes and dehydration. So it is very important to keep the temperature of the room balanced. Generally 20 to 22 degrees Celsius is considered suitable for the baby.

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