How does spring affect babies? 2026

A priori, the idea of ​​the arrival of good weather, longer days and outdoor activities fill us with joy and happiness. However, all these seasonal changes and adaptation to the new climate have consequences that alter both our organism and that of the little ones.

It is normal that the phenomenon known as spring asthenia, very common at this time of year, causes irritation, sleep disorders, irritability, tiredness, nervousness, lack of appetite and, ultimately, a worse mood in children.

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To minimize the problems and consequences that the arrival of spring has on the health of babies, the online store Bebitus has selected the most important recommendations to take into account to enjoy this time of year in the best possible way.

Allergies

For many, spring is synonymous with allergies. More and more children are affected by health problems typical of this season. According to the Spanish Pediatric Association, pollen allergy is one of the most common complications in children. To check if your child suffers from it, you need to carefully observe the changes that occur in his or her body depending on whether he or she is in a closed or open space.

If on sunny days when the child goes outside, the child sneezes, coughs or itches in the eyes and, on the other hand, these symptoms disappear on rainy afternoons and when he or she stays at home, it may be an indicative sign of a possible pollen allergy. In this case, the pediatrician should be consulted as soon as possible.

skin diseases

For its part, the baby's skin also suffers seasonal change. At this time of year, it is very common for skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis and other skin disorders such as megaloerythema (a benign disease that manifests itself with a characteristic reddish rash on the baby's cheeks) to intensify. To prevent them from becoming more acute, good care of the child's skin and, above all, adequate hygiene is recommended and necessary. Special attention must be paid to the baby's diaper area, since it is the most sensitive and prone to possible skin irritations.

Sun protection

It is also necessary to remember the importance of preventing babies from being directly exposed to the sun, especially those under six months old. To do this, it is advisable to dress them in long-sleeved clothing and hats to protect them as much as possible from direct solar radiation. For those parts of the body that may be exposed to light during sunny hours, it is advisable to apply sun protection with SPF +50.

Hydration and diet adapted to the climate

Water must be another of our great allies to adapt ourselves and the baby to the new climate. The increase in temperatures, outdoor activities and the intensification of physical activities increase the risk of dehydration. Therefore, it is necessary to give more fluids to children at this time of year.

Likewise, we can take advantage of this change of season to vary and improve our children's diet. Seasonal vegetables such as spinach, peas, beans, asparagus or leeks can be the perfect option to introduce new and healthy flavors into children's diets.

However, Bebitus also warns of the danger of offering babies seasonal fruits such as strawberries, cherries or plums, as these are the ones that cause the most allergic reactions. Special care must be taken with them, so it is not recommended to include them in the diet of babies up to 12 months.

Clothing

As for the little ones' clothes, in the middle of the season it is better to choose to dress the children with several layers of clothing. In this way, we can add or remove layers from the baby depending on the ambient temperature, which, in spring, tends to be very changeable depending on the time of day we are in. Natural and breathable fabrics, such as cotton, are ideal for baby clothes. These types of fabrics provide warmth, but at the same time they allow sweat to escape.

Spring asthenia

We have already commented on its existence before, but the common phenomenon of the time, spring asthenia, especially affects children, women and the elderly. It is about the effects of seasonal and climatic change on the body and the body's own adjustment to the increase in daylight hours.

Lack of appetite, sleep problems and irritability are common in babies during this change of season. But there is no reason to worry, this adaptation only lasts a few days. While this spring asthenia occurs, it is advisable to have fixed and immutable meal and sleep schedules. This way the baby will be able to better adapt to the change.