Basic methods
Each method for strengthening the immune system involves deliberate exposure of the child's body to cold.
Hardening of preschool children includes a whole system of procedures Photo: Getty The main procedures can be divided into 2 groups:
- Air bathing. This is done in shorts and a T-shirt at an air temperature of 17 ° C to 26 ° C. In this case, the child should exercise, for example, do exercises.
- Water treatments.The most effective method is contrast dousing of the feet and shins. To do this, alternate warm and cool water. In addition, it is useful to douse the child with a bucket of water at a temperature of 28⁰ C, then rub the body with a dry towel. Every 7 days, you need to lower the water temperature by 1⁰ C, gradually bringing it to 20⁰ C. Full dousing is suitable for children over 4 years old.
It is necessary to use one or another procedure,taking into account the individual characteristics of the child and the general state of his health. In any case, the process should bring only positive emotions and joy to the child.
How to temper at home and in kindergarten
In everyday life, you can strengthen your child’s immunity in the following ways:
- Let the child walk barefoot on the floor or on the carpet.
- In the garden and at home, it is better to use extended washing, that is, to wash your hands up to the elbows, neck and upper chest. First, do it with warm water, and then cool.
- As often as possible, you need to air the room or room, especially before bedtime. In good weather, leave the window open at night, but so that there are no drafts.
- For air baths and during sleep, lower the usual room temperature by 3⁰ C. For children over 3 years old, the ideal air temperature is 19-21⁰ C.
These simple steps will allow the childadapt to changes in temperature conditions. Thus, hardening takes almost no time and does not require special conditions. You can harden yourself both at home and in the garden.
General principles
The main principles are systematicity andgradualness. Hardening started at home should be continued in kindergarten. The procedures should be repeated daily and at the same time. The loads on the body should be consistent so as not to provoke serious diseases. It is important to take a comprehensive approach to the process, for example, after dousing you can go for a walk or go swimming. Teach your child a healthy lifestyle from an early age, this will be a good prevention of viral and bacterial diseases.
