9 Tips for Helping a Kid With Allergies Love Summer

Take Allergy Medicine

Children who suffer from allergies should take allergy medicine before heading outdoors to play. Most medications work best when they are taken before exposure to pollutants to prevent the body from releasing histamine and similar chemicals that produce symptoms. Antihistamines and nasal sprays work best when they are taken daily by children with known ragweed, pollen and grass allergies. Giving children their medication one to two hours before heading outside to play is also a good idea.

Trim The Garden

Keeping the lawn and garden mowed and trimmed is a good way to reduce unnecessary allergens because it will prevent pollen from the flowers and trees from accumulating on the blades. Try not to cut flowers from the garden to display indoors as this will cause more dust in the air. Instead, buy flowers that have already been cut from a local florist because these are more likely to be pollen-free and can be safely displayed in the home.