Introduction
Many children dread the thought of bathing in the morning because of the cold water or due to laziness. Most of the children simply dress up after brushing without going through a proper bath while children don't even like to brush their teeth, waking up early in the morning before going to school. All these situations can cause a hygiene barrier in children, leading to various health issues and awkward situations in school.
Kids need to maintain a proper hygiene routine, which is essential for their presentation and health. Children following proper hygiene routines can avoid infections and skin diseases very easily. Parents should know about various other aspects of their children's daily hygiene routine.
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Understanding Hygiene
Hygiene can never be compromised because our body works in a clean way. Skipping out a hygiene routine can easily become a habit due to convenience, which is not actually convenient. For example, going through a proper bath routine can take more than 30 minutes, but skipping a bath time gives the child an extra 30 minutes of sleep. However, this extra 30 minutes of sleep can cause the children to be sweaty and smelly while sitting next to someone in class.
Also, the child can face rashes, skin diseases, and other problems such as tanning or dust accumulated in the skin, making it rough and itchy. There are many disadvantages of not following hygiene properly just because of convenience. Hygiene is one of the most important aspects kids should learn early to have a healthy lifestyle.
Benefits Of Hygiene Routine
Here are the benefits of following a healthy hygiene routine before school:
- Children should always follow a healthy hygiene routine, not just for themselves but also for others, as the child is in a group/class were smelling weird or awkward can disturb the whole class, making the child embarrassed.
- Following a proper hygiene routine is also necessary for a child, as it helps them avoid infection and any external diseases.
- Children following a proper hygiene routine will also feel more refreshed and active going to school rather than sleepy.
Daily Hygiene Routine For School-Aged Children
Get to know about this simple routine that every child should follow without being lazy about it:
Step 1: Toilet
First of all, children need to be potty trained at an early age before they go to any kind of preschool or kindergarten early in the morning. Clearing bowel movements and being refreshed are essential for kids to be active and happy. Kids who are constipated or script this routine are usually irritated with gasses in the stomach.
Step 2: Brush
Brushing is also one of the most important things because bathing cannot clean the inside of the mouth. Children should always blush to get optimal dental hygiene after waking up and before sleeping. Make sure that children follow everything in a sequence to find a quicker way to wrap up everything without getting irritated of the hygiene routine.
Step 3: Gargle
Caring about the food track is also essential. Gargling after brushing and using mouthwash is one of the most important aspects aside from flossing, which can be done once a week. Gargling with hot water can also help the child with flu and cold.
Step 4: Bath
After the child clears all their insides and cleans their mouth, it's time to wash up. Make sure your child is aware of personal hygiene and how important it is to clean the body parts thoroughly with soap before school to avoid any kind of weird smell. Having a regular bath also makes the child refreshed every morning without making them feel sleepy for school.
Step 5: Shampoo
It is important for children to also care for their hair and scalp because they also go through pollution throughout the day, along with their skin. Shampooing the hair carefully is very important to ensure the hair stays in a healthy state. Children should always be careful while washing hair because excess shampoo can also make hair dry. Parents should consult the doctor for a good shampoo for kids for everyday use.
Conclusion
Now that you know about various aspects of having a proper hygiene routine for school-aged children, parents must make the child follow the proper regime. Oral hygiene, self-hygiene, and personal hygiene are some of the important aspects that children should know about and focus on daily for a healthy life ahead. Any kind of infection, skin disease, or other problems can be easily avoided by following this routine. Humans are civilized people, and a child cleaning after themselves is a basic need to live.
The views expressed are that of the expert alone.
