Opt for a suncream that has a high sun-protection factor (SPF). Try Lavera’s organic SPF20 Baby and Child Sunspray (£18.50 for 200ml at So Organic). And remember, apply suncream even when it is cloudy.4 Dress for comfortNatural fibres, such as cotton, help

juices, fizzy drinks and milk. An oral hydration powder can also help.3 Monitor your childContact your doctor if your child wees less, has a dry mouth or sunken eyes. Also get advice if a baby is ill for more than 24 hours.4 Isolation rulesKeep your child

as well as general fitness.5 Maintain a healthy dietEating healthily is important, as weight gain can lead to back pain in the future. For more advice, visit Backcare.More health tips by Junior:Five Ways To Cope With An Upset TummyFive Ways To Protect Skin

Most babies love to suck: it’s a proven way to soothe and comfort a fretful baby, but there can be drawbacks. You may want to think twice about giving your baby a dummy, especially if he’s a boy. It could stunt his emotional development by robbing

There’s nothing as cute as a baby’s foot – soft, pink and perfectly formed. But how can you ensure your child’s feet stay as healthy (if not as adorable) as in her early years? There is a lot parents can do to keep tiny tootsies in tip-top condition

focused and calm. With practice, this age group can stay focused on a meditation for up to 20 minutes. More health from Junior:How to keep your child's smile bright and healthyYour child's hereditary traits explained

-motion videos and discovered that babies walk with a rocking heel-toe motion (just like adults), and their ankles are perfectly stable. This shows that bare feet are best for babies.More health advice from Junior:How to cope with hayfeverHow to read your child

■ There’s no need to wash your tiny baby’s hair with shampoo. Holding her securely, place your hand firmly behind her head and, making lots of reassuring eye-to-eye contact, rinse her scalp with warm water. ■  Try a shampoo that is specifically

be eaten in one go – ten squares of chocolate at once is ten times better than ten squares spaced throughout the day.Wean babies onto water or milk. If your child has already got a taste for juice, switch to well-diluted `Toothkind' at mealtimes only. Use a

-up by leaving fresh pyjamas beside the bed. Make sure your child washes thoroughly afterwards and use a gentle moisturising cream to counteract any skin irritation that may occur.  More health advice from Junior:Ways to cope with an upset tummyWays to protect