Summer Ideas 2025

1. School’s out, but learning doesn’t have to take a vacation! Summer is a great opportunity to help your child stay curious and engaged without relying on screens. Try building a daily routine that includes both unplugged play and reading time. Establish screen-free zones during meals and before bedtime, and don’t forget about your local library! A simple library card opens the door to summer reading programs and fun incentives. Make this summer a season of reading adventures!

2. Summer is made for splashing, swimming, and soaking up the sun – but let’s make sure our little ones remain safe. Did you know choosing a bright, neon color for your child’s swimsuit could be lifesaving? Neon orange, yellow, and pink stand out best, making spotting your child in lakes and swimming pools easier. On the other hand, colors like blue, green, and black can make swimmers harder to see, especially in deep or murky water. Enrolling your child in swimming lessons is a great way to build confidence and water safety skills.

3. Summer adventures call for snacks and lunches on the go. Try easy, nutritious options like fruit kabobs, cheese cubes, turkey or chicken roll-ups, hard-boiled eggs, homemade trail mix, and colorful raw veggies paired with hummus. For a refreshing treat, freeze yogurt tubes, blueberries, or banana slices dipped in peanut butter. Just remember that bacteria grow quickly in warm weather, so be sure to keep perishable foods in an insulated cooler with ice packs. Want more tips for healthy summer routines? Let’s chat at your next visit to Promise Pediatrics!