Parents! As temperatures rise, so do your child’s hydration needs. 

Kids get so busy playing, they often forget to drink water; and dehydration can sneak up quickly! 

Watch for These Signs of Dehydration:

Weakness, tiredness, or unusual fussiness 

Dry lips/tongue or cracked lips Less frequent urination (fewer wet diapers/not peeing for hours)In infants: 

Sunken soft spot on the head, drowsiness, or extreme lethargy 

For Diarrhea or Illness:

The WHO-recommended Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) is a lifesaver! 

Dosage: 5 mL per kg of body weight per loose stool.(Example: A 10 kg child needs 50 mL after each episode.)ORS packets are available at pharmacies; stock up!

Prevention Tips:

Send kids outside with a labeled water bottle. 

Offer water-rich snacks (watermelon, cucumbers, popsicles!).

Remind them to sip water every 30–60 minutes during play.

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