Should kids wear sunscreen to school?
We all know that being smart about sun exposure is important, especially for kids, but should we be applying sunscreen every morning before sending them off to school?
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I don’t think sunscreen is necessary for the 30 minutes my kids spend outside for recess in a day.
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Kids should wear sunscreen, however, my kids rarely do. Sometimes I try to put a lotion with sunscreen on their faces but they will wipe it off. It is a losing battle most mornings.
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Neither do mine. Given how frequently sunscreen needs to be reapplied, I feel like it wouldn't be all that effective by the time recess and lunch roll around!
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I only do it on the days they have special outdoor activities, such as the annual fun run and field days. On typical days they go out for recess for such a short time and so many hours into the school day that I don't think sunscreen is necessary.
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It may depend on where you live and how sunny your weather is on a daily basis. If I know it will be sunny and my kids will be outside for field day for example, then they will sunscreen for sure.
