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Lottie Gibbons

Mum reveals why you should NEVER cover baby's pram in hot weather

Families all over the UK have been out enjoying the glorious Easter sunshine with their families.

In Scotland, record 24C heat saw kids and adults out in force to make the most of the stunning weather before the inevitable rain returns.

But as temperatures soar, one mum has shared why you should NEVER cover a pushchair to keep your little ones cool.

Although it may seem like a simple solution, Facebook page Mothering Matters warned parents to be careful, according to The Echo .

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This is because covering your baby increases the risk of heatstroke, dehydration and SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome).

The reduced airflow that covering the buggy causes means the temperature inside the buggy very quickly rises to dangerous levels.

One study found that the temperature inside a covered buggy in 22C heat rose to 34C within 30 minutes.

After an hour, the the heat rose dramatically to a sweltering 37C - dangerously hot for a young child.

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And when covered, ventilation inside the pram is also largely reduced, limiting access to fresh air.

There are buggy shades available but the Lullaby Trust advises not using any of these covers either. Instead, a buggy parasol and appropriate loose light clothing to cover delicate skin are the best options, they say.

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