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Stay Cool and Hydrated This Spring! 

As the weather warms up and the days grow longer, staying hydrated becomes more important than ever—for both kids and adults. Warmer temperatures mean our bodies work harder to stay cool, especially when we’re active outside. Drinking enough water helps keep us energized, healthy, and ready for all the fun spring activities! 

Why is hydration so important?  

Water is like fuel for our bodies—it helps our brains think clearly, keeps our energy up, and even makes our skin feel good. When we don’t drink enough water, we might feel tired, cranky, or even get a headache. Staying hydrated helps us feel our best! 

Tips for Parents and Kids to Stay Hydrated: 

• Carry water everywhere! Make it a habit to bring a water bottle to school, sports practice, or even the park. 
• Choose water over sugary drinks. Water is the healthiest way to quench your thirst. 
• Eat water-rich snacks. Fruits like watermelon, oranges, and strawberries are delicious and full of water! 
• Keep an eye on the weather. On hot and sunny days, drink even more water than usual. 
• Fun Hydration Challenge: Here’s a fun activity for the family: Keep track of how many cups of water you drink each day for a week. Can you reach eight cups? Cheer each other on to hit your goal! 

Remember, staying hydrated helps everyone enjoy the sunny days ahead. So, grab your water bottles and let’s make springtime happy and healthy! 

Here are some additional tips to encourage healthy hydration for both parents and children: 

1. Flavor the Water: Add natural flavors to water, like slices of lemon, lime, cucumber, or berries, to make it more appealing. Try making "fruit-infused water" together as a fun activity. 

2. Create Hydration Routines: Drink a glass of water first thing in the morning to start the day right. Encourage kids to drink a cup of water before and after outdoor play or physical activities. 

3. Use Fun Containers: Give children their own colorful, reusable water bottle with fun designs or stickers. For parents, a stylish or insulated water bottle can help with staying hydrated on the go. 

4. Set Reminders: Use an alarm or timer to remind everyone to take water breaks, especially on hot days. Parents can encourage hydration by setting an example—make water breaks a family routine. 

5. Monitor Hydration Levels: For kids, teach them to check their pee color as a hydration guide: light yellow = hydrated and dark yellow = drink more water! 

6. Limit Dehydrating Drinks : Explain that drinks like soda or juice are okay occasionally, but they can’t replace water. Parents can offer milk or 100% fruit juice as alternatives but emphasize water as the main drink. 

7. Cool Down with Frozen Treats: Make homemade popsicles using water and fruit for a hydrating, tasty snack. Parents can enjoy these treats too—it’s a refreshing way to stay hydrated in warmer weather.