When are you allowed to go to the sauna ? Can a human being do that? too young for the sauna ? Good question and that's why we're devoting ourselves to this topic today!

When are you allowed to go to the sauna?

Is there an age limit in the sauna? Well, let’s get the information from the German Sauna Association! The following is written in the press release!

On the one hand, it is allowed to take a sauna during pregnancy. Once the baby is born, it can From the 3rd month you can have a sauna in Finnish style. At least that's what the study by the Otto von Guericke University in Magdeburg says. Prof. Dr. med. Gerhard Jorch, director of the Magdeburg University Children's Clinic described the infant's vitality after the sauna session as very stable! The baby was doing great :). The German Sauna Association from Bielefeld also recommends taking a sauna from the age of four months. We have these for you too linked again ! The question is when can you go to the sauna? is now answered! Only for heart, blood pressure, kidney, etc other diseases You have to avoid taking a sauna! A doctor can provide clarity before visiting the sauna!

The sauna process for babies/toddlers

A normal sauna session for an average adult lasts around 15 minutes. This depends on the temperature and condition, but this number is often used as a guideline. OK, but how many minutes is enough for the little ones? Babies and small children should not spend longer than 3 – 6 minutes in the sauna! The first sauna session should last a maximum of 3 minutes. On Infusions should also be avoided for the time being. Get your little one used to sweating in a dry Finnish sauna atmosphere at a maximum of 60 degrees! More explicit information about baby saunas is available in this article!

It is important to ensure the constant vitality of the infant/toddler at all times. Of course, taking a sauna is only permitted under supervision. The sauna of this length refers exclusively to that Finnish sauna ! After Sweat go out into the fresh air. Shower your child carefully with lukewarm water. Do this very carefully and shower your legs and arms first. Then the upper body and head. Afterwards, a drink in the form of water or compatible tea should be served straight away. Completely exhausted, the little one will now just want to crawl under a blanket and cuddle with his parents!

Once the little rascals have gotten used to regular saunas, the time can be increased. However, the 6 minutes should never be exceeded.

Of course it's easiest to go with your whole family Home sauna to go. If this is not an option, you will have to contact public operators Sauna landscapes inquire. It often states on its website how old you are allowed to enter. Operators may set a minimum age, as some guests find children disrupting the relaxed atmosphere in the sauna. Of course, the sauna area is not a playground and children have to behave like young adults there. There are also sauna areas that offer baby and children's days for parents.

Positive effects for small children

Babies and children who spend a reasonable amount of time in the sauna then sleep better. You appear more relaxed and balanced. Your organism gets to know extreme temperatures early on. This builds a healthy immune system.

Conclusion: When are you allowed to go to the sauna!

From how old are you allowed to use the sauna? Well! It turns out that hardly anyone is too young or too old for sauna pleasure! The fear that the temperature will become too high, even in the short term, is unfounded. Critical internal body temperatures are only found above 40 degrees. These temperatures are not reached during normal saunas. The body is only internally warmed up by 1 – 2 degrees in the sauna.

When are you allowed to go to the sauna? So it's answered today! However, I would still always ask a doctor for advice in advance. After all, every organism is different! We wish you and your children a great sauna stay!