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Summer's here and so is that familiar stress: trying to get your little ones to drink water when they'd rather do literally anything else. In this episode, Charlie shares her tried-and-tested tips from raising five kids through many hot summers. From sneaky hydrating foods to warning signs every mum should know, this episode will help you keep your kids safe and hydrated without turning into the water police.

What You'll Learn in This Episode

☀️ Why hydration stress is so real for mums (and why your toddler keeps dodging that water bottle)

🍉 Hydrating foods that do the work when water won't: watermelon, cucumber, frozen grapes, yoghurt, ice lollies, smoothies and more

🥤 Simple tricks to make drinking more appealing: fun cups, flavoured water, pour-it-yourself stations, and family hydration reminders

⚠️ Early and serious signs of dehydration to watch for (and when to seek help)

🌡️ Timing and temperature tips: avoiding the hottest part of the day, finding shade, and keeping little bodies cool

💛 How to enjoy summer without the constant worry

Mentioned in This Episode:

* Back to Me — my 5-week programme for moms ready to feel like themselves again. Learn more https://stan.store/Charliesparentingpages/p/back-to-me--34toq9xg

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