For all parents they have been days of doubts and uncertainty because we knew that from Sunday the children could go out on the street, but we did not know the time or where … in short, they knew “something” but they did not know the terms. The children also showed some disbelief about it. Now, we have more information on how children can go outside.
We are going to explain some of these measures so that you know how you should proceed from Sunday so that, when you take your children out on the street, you do so taking into account the law and safety measures.
Definitive measures
The definitive measures are indicated for children under 14 years of age as of Sunday, April 26, 2020. Children will be able to go outside for less than one hour a day and always avoiding rush hours. The chosen schedule is from 9 in the morning to 9 at night. They can take with them some type of children’s toy such as a ball or a scooter, but always complying with social distancing.
The distance may not be more than 1 kilometer from the habitual residence, so they must make use of the closest places. Children who live in rural areas may go to fields or forests. An adult may be responsible for a maximum of 3 children. The adult can be a sibling who is of legal age, but in all cases, it must be an adult who lives with the minor.
Families who live in neighboring communities, children may use the common areas as long as their use is agreed in advance. Children must always be accompanied by an adult and cannot play with other children or share their toys.
Minors will not need to wear masks or gloves if they are in open spaces, on the other hand, when they are in a closed space, they should use these individual protection equipment. Before leaving home they have to wash their hands and on the way back as well, although what experts recommend in addition to washing their hands is to remove their clothes and shower.
What if there are symptoms?
If someone in the family has symptoms and they think they may have coronavirus , no member of the household will be able to leave. Even if they have not been tested, if they do not know if they may have the virus, they will not be able to go outside. Nor can you go out if you have a fever. Children who are over 14 years old, may go out to do the same activities that adults were authorized.
What if the children are afraid?
Many adults are afraid, and therefore, so can children. In this sense, how to explain to children that they will be able to leave but that it will not be at all like before the pandemic? Because yes, you can go out … but nothing to do with leading a “normal” life. What if the child is afraid? How to explain the conditions to children? They are limited outings and children need to understand it to know what to do.
It is important to allow the child to express their doubts and concerns and, above all, to answer their questions. Children have been confined for more than a month and the trips they make must be well prepared.
In addition to explaining what is happening, there is a story entitled ” Coronavirus and children (Part 2: Going out on the street) ” that can go well for younger children to understand what the exits should be like. It is normal for them to miss their friends, but above all, in more moved children, special care must be taken. This story can help you understand it.