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Unlimited Playtime at Monkey Joe’s: Air-Conditioned and Sunburn Free

Posted on Jul 18, 2016

If you have ever spent time in Missouri during the summer months, then you know that the days can get co-co-crazy hot! We at Monkey Joe’s in St. Louis would like to share a few parent hacks to keeping your family sunburn free and ready to play! Whether you are swimming at the pool, exploring a new city on a family vacation, or playing at Monkey Joe’s bouncy playground, make sure your kids are protected from the sun’s powerful rays!

Have a safe summer playing in Monkey Joe's jungle!

  1. Drink water- Before the kids go out to play, make sure that they drink plenty of water and eat a balanced meal. It is recommended that children under 8 years old drink at least 5 glasses (1 litre) of water per day and kids 9 to 12 years old drink at least 7 glasses per day. If your little ones are not fans of plain water, try adding a fusion of flavor to their drinks with slices of fresh fruit or flavored ice cubes to their drinks.
  2. Watch your children- Accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. Remember to always watch your children when they play, especially if they are playing in a pool, lake, or other body of water. Inflatable toys are helpful, but cannot be depended on to prevent accidents.
  3. Use sunscreen- It is recommended that children wear sunscreen with at least SPF (sun protection factor) 30, preferably higher. Sunscreen should be applied about 30 minutes prior to going outside and should be reapplied every few hours, especially if children are playing in water.
  4. Avoid the afternoon- The hottest part of the day is between 12pm and 3pm. Avoid heat related illnesses by bringing playtime inside to places like Monkey Joe’s in St. Louis! We provide a safe, clean, air-conditioned environment for kids 2 to 12 years old to enjoy. Parents- while the little ones play, enjoy access to our free wi-fi and grab a snack from our concession area while you watch your little ones from close by.

Our St. Louis location is open 7 days a week, rain or shine. So when the weather is just too hot to play outside, head over to our bouncy playground for indoor fun! Invite a friend and beat the heat at Monkey Joe’s!