5 Tips to boost your Child’s Immunity during Covid-19
The year 2020 had been a challenging year on the health front for everyone across the world. People were made to stay indoors to break the chain spread of the novel Coronavirus. However, the impact is still strong, and yet, the fight is on. The most vulnerable age groups are adults above 60, staff working on the front line and children. Many schools across India have now opened their doors to classroom education. Students have started attending their classes with the new normal precautions. This situation is more difficult for children and parents as they are now exposed to the outsides. Now, the chances of Covid-19 infections are greater.
While the vaccine is yet to be made in bulk, parents need to take care of their little ones even more. It is tough to make children follow the same routine everyday. Here’s a list of tips that can help you in boosting your child’s immunity. Being a reputed Primary School in Palghar, we want to make students and parents aware of tips to fight Coronavirus. These tips are not a cure but precautions.
These tips can reduce children’s chances of falling sick as they are stepping out for education. You can also try these tips for children staying at home.
5 TIPS TO BOOST YOUR CHILD’S IMMUNITY
Intake Vitamins, Naturally!
There is a reason our grandparents always say to eat fruits directly; over juices.
Eating fruits in their natural form is beneficial and helps in boosting immunity. Give your child enough protein through eggs, chicken, fish, etc. If you are a vegetarian, you can increase the consumption of Paneer, legumes, pulses to get enough protein. Many parents are afraid of giving lemons during winter. However, it is a good source of vitamin-c. Children must have lemons, oranges and other seasonal fruits. It helps their body to fight seasonal diseases and can boost immunity against Coronavirus.
Clean-Up & Mask-Up
We have been into this scenario for months now. Sanitisation and Masks are becoming part of our lives. However, kids are not so attentive about their hygiene. Ensure that your child washes hands properly and wears masks in public. Children have a habit of doing their own will when they get little freedom. Teach your child about the need for masks and self-care till the coronavirus pandemic gets under control. It’s difficult in the beginning, but children are adapting to this new normal world-wide.
Don’t Cover Up Too Much
Being an Indian Parent is a synonym for over-protective parenting. During the winters, parents tend to bundle up their child with layers of woollens. Well, we understand your concerns. This is indeed a time to be more covered and protective. However, a thick jacket, a sweater can work the best for your child. Avoid making them wear too many woollens at a time. It will create bad hygiene atmosphere for your child. Let them enjoy winters with essential winter protectors. A monkey cap/scarf, add-on socks is a good idea to escape winter chills and help them boost immunity.
Consult Doctors For Vaccine
Well, the coronavirus vaccine is a long road away. Parents must not skip their child’s regular vaccine schedules. It can work as protective layers for your child. Get your child vaccinated for Tuberculosis, Rubella, MMR, Chickenpox and measles. These vaccines build immunity and protect children from these diseases. Getting caught by any disease can severely impact Childs’ immune system. And at this moment, parents cannot risk a bit. So, connect to your doctor and discuss your child’s vaccine. It is an escape from sidelined disease that still exists along with the coronavirus pandemic.
Get back to Routine
Okay, since the past few months, you might be easy on your kids. The fun-time is good for their mental and physical health. However, a balance is needed as they are stepping out of the home. Make a daily routine for your child. Ensure they do their studies on time, eat healthy, play indoors and sleep on time. A proper 8-hours sleep is what will help your child stay active and maintain high immunity. Now is the time to take some steps and indulge your child in self-care. They will learn to stay happy, healthy and active from their early stage. This could turn into their lifelong hobby to stay fit. What else do parents wish for?
Sanskruti World School, a secondary school in Palghar, understands the times are difficult. We are trying our best to keep children safe and learning. While the school is yet to resume with the precautionary guidelines by the Govt., we urge the parents/guardians to maintain good hygiene practice, build your child’s immunity, and prepare them to live with this new normal. We shall meet soon!
