It is well said that elders know better, and that is why when it comes to fighting the summer heat, I always share the remedies my grandmother taught me. Trust me, the secret tips that grandparents share offer quick relief. When I was a kid, the summer heat used to irritate me greatly.

Whenever I felt low on energy or gloomy, I knew where to go. After years, I am still making sure to follow these remedies, and today I want to share them with you so you can keep your kids safe and healthy during a heatwave.

Tips You Must Follow: Straight From Grandma’s Kitchen

1. Mint Leaves Are Your Best Friends: As soon as summer arrived, my grandmother started buying mint leaves. You can also use mint leaves to beat the summer heat by simply grinding them and adding them to cold water with some black salt. This makes the best cooler drink your kids will definitely love. Moreover, you can make a spray by boiling mint leaves; once the water cools down, apply it to your kids' skin. They will feel super refreshed.

2. Lemons, Lemons, and Lemons: One thing I learned as a kid is that life is going to throw lemons, and all you should do is collect them to make a refreshing and energizing lemonade. I had a lemon plant, and my grandmother and I used to pick them and make a jar of lemonade—best memories!

3. Stay In One Place: The worst thing you could do to your kid during a heatwave is let them move around outdoors. Please ask your kids to stay indoors only and encourage them to take a midday nap. My grandmother always said that you need to keep your body temperature stable. If you are constantly switching between hot and cold places during summer, it can make you fall sick. So, just stay indoors in a cool area.

4. Umbrellas Are Cute: Oh, the colorful umbrellas during the summer look so pretty! But you can also save your kids from heat stroke when stepping out. That’s the power of a colorful umbrella—not letting any ray of sun touch your kid’s skin.

5. Get A Champi: If you don’t know, let me tell you that you can give your kids a nice oil head massage with coconut oil so they can feel refreshed. Trust me, oil massaging is one of the best ways to release stress and tension from the body.

6. Eating Basic Yet Nutritious Meals: Another thing you should make sure of is to feed your kids healthy and nutritious meals. Ensure that the portions are light so they don’t feel heavy and sluggish after eating.

7. Your Skin Will Love Cotton: Our grandparents loved cotton, and I'm sure your kids will love it too. The fact that cotton is a summer-perfect fabric—as it's breathable, light, and airy—makes it skin-friendly for your little ones. Now, if you are looking for some stylish kid’s wear made with 100% organic cotton, then check out Spunkies’ ‘New Arrivals’ and shop for the best clothes that are made just for your lovely kids

Stay Thanks To Your Grandma!

I cannot thank my grandmother enough because she taught me so many great things. I am still following her steps because they kept me safe and healthy in my childhood. What’s better than this, you tell me? Also, make sure that you share this piece with someone who has a little kid.