Spring is one-thing that most of us look forward to. Everything looks a little more beautiful in spring! The warmer weather, beautiful sunshine, colorful flowers, chirping birds, greener grass, there is no doubt why we hang out a lot in spring. However, the added spring perks include the allergies that come along with it's beauty. It becomes inevitable to take necessary steps to keep ourselves, out of these allergens. If you are a mom, it becomes a double trouble, as protecting baby’s sensitive skin is extremely important all round the year and not just during spring. As parent it's your duty to look for ways to reduce baby’s exposure to allergens in every possible way. First of all, start washing baby clothes with a hypoallergenic baby laundry detergent. Not just any, but specially-formulated, most-trusted, very effective - Dreft, the No.1 choice of pediatricians for over 80 years now! The reason is very simple, clothes are constantly in direct contact with baby's super-soft sensitive skin and choosing the most-trusted, No.1 dermatologist recommended hypoallergenic detergent is just SMART! Possibly, the ultimate shortcut to your journey towards better parenting.

I was so amazed to learn that Dreft products are individually formulated for different stages - the one for new born babies and the other for babies in more active stage. Dreft Stage 1: Newborn Detergent is specially made for newborn babies’ delicate skin. Dreft Stage 2: Active Baby Detergent is specially designed with your developing baby in mind. That’s why it helps remove 99% of baby food stains and all the messes baby finds while crawling in grass and dirt.

I was also super stoked on sniffing the magical Dreft blissfuls - in-wash scent boosters, truly a wonderful product that makes the clothes smell amazing. The Dreft blissfuls are to be used in any load of laundry for lasting freshness that you can enjoy with every wiggle and tickle of baby’s fabrics. I am sure every time you sniff Dreft blissfuls, it would bring back the memories of your child as a new-born.

Dreft has teamed up with Mom, Pediatrician Dr. Dyan Hes to talk more about spring allergy season and how we can help keep our babies protected and comfortable this time of year. Here is the sneak-peek of some of the coolest tips from Dr. Dyan Hes!

1. Protect Problem Skin: Heat is a common trigger for eczema and as the weather warms up, there are a few things you can do to help prevent flare ups of such skin irritations.
The sun is strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. so try to shield baby from direct sun exposure during those times. There are also apps available that can inform you of the hottest part of the day – which can be helpful for parents as they plan any outings with their little ones!

2. Load up on liquids: Staying hydrated during the spring months is important as baby gets more active outdoor time and sun exposure.
Start with the inside and ensure children get enough to drink throughout the day. Infants should nurse or take a bottle often; older kids should tote a sippy cup or reusable water bottle. Include plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables and smoothies in your child’s diet too.

3. Make bath-time beneficial: Over exposure to water can actually rob skin of natural moisture. Scaling back on tub time will help avoid resulting itch — about 10 minutes is plenty of time for water play and a quick scrub. Use warm water (vs. hot) and leave the suds to the very end. Use a mild cleanser to keep skin soft and itch-free. Gently pat skin dry and end with an after-bath moisturizer to seal in moisture and protect baby’s soft skin.

Want to know more?
Make sure to join @dreft & @gramercypeds on Twitter as they host a twitter party to share more interesting and informative tips on ensuring that your baby is protected, comfortable during the spring allergy season.  

RSVP HERE -> bit.ly/1RMCLle
When: Thursday, May 9th at 9-10PM EST
Hashtag: #DreftSpring
Prizes: Winners will be selected at random, for a total of four (4) winners:

Prize 1: Toddler Hypoallergenic Pillow ($25) and Pillowcase ($10) + Dreft ($65 ARV)
Prize 2: Hypoallergenic Bamboo Baby Washcloths ($15) + Hooded Towel ($25) + laundry basket ($30) + Dreft ($95 ARV)
Prize 3: Spring picnic basket ($33) + Picnic blanket ($19) + ($100) Little Me gift card for Spring outfits ($150 ARV)
GRAND PRIZE: $250 AMEX + Dreft ($280 ARV)

Giveaway Time - Enter the giveaway tool below for your chance to WIN the DREFT Hypoallergenic Package! Good Luck!

Feel free to share your thoughts on Dreft products & your ultimate tips to beat the Spring Allergies!!


Disclaimer:
This post and giveaway are being sponsored by iConnect and Dreft. I was compensated for my participation in this campaign. , but all opinions expressed here are 100% mine.