Heat safety
Heat safety for babies and young children
Short answer
Keep babies and young children out of direct sun, use lightweight clothing, continue normal feeds and check them frequently.
What to do
- ✓Never cover a pram with a blanket.
- ✓Keep babies under 6 months out of direct sunlight.
- ✓Continue breastfeeding as normal.
- ✓Seek medical advice if you are worried or see dehydration or heat-illness signs.
Why it works
This advice follows NHS guidance and the underlying principles of babies and children.
Important exceptions
This page cannot diagnose anyone. Follow the linked health guidance and seek urgent help for emergency symptoms.
Sources & evidence
Reviewed 2026-08-21
- NHS: Keeping your baby safe in the sun ↗
Supports: Keeping babies and young children cool, hydrated and out of direct sun.
health guidance · Accessed 2026-08-21