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As a northern who migrated (ha!) to the south I have a few tips, but it isn't as different as you would think!

85 degree isn't that hot, especially if it isn't too humid. Just make sure that your LO doesn't over heat, which is easy to control when they are that little. Keep her cool by staying in the shade, indoors, or a short dip in the pool. I don't know what the general consensus is about pools, but I say you could take her in for a little bit. Just make sure she doesn't get any water in her mouth.

If you suspect she is dehydrated, nurse nurse nurse. That's the only thing you can really do at that age.

I also don't remember the rules for sunscreen. I know that they aren't suppose to get it before 6 months, but my pediatrician actually told me to put it on DS before he was 6 months old because he is so fair skinned. We just attempted to keep him out of the sun and used floppy hats.

Have fun! It sounds like it will be awesome!!

Im in south florida, where the weather is about 80 degrees.
Like Mamabehr said, just breastfeed as much as possible. (Women breastfeed babies in much warmer climates)

If the pool is heated or really warmed by the sun it is probably ok. I plan on starting LO in swim class here at 3 mo. If it is too cold, that could be an issue? Also i might be a bit apprehensive that his first time in a pool is on vacation, just in case he has a reaction to the chlorine. Is there a indoor pool you could try near you first? Im sure its fine though.

I would buy baby sunglasses before you go, and maybe a tiny umbrella, because even though they have them on the beach they may not have them at the pool.

We're heading off for a tropical vacation next week and I hope to blog (if I have time) about tropical vacationing with babies.

I may be in the minority, but I didn't take either of my girls into the pool until 6 months. In fact, my second daughter had severe eczema when we did bring her in at 6 months. I think the chlorine can be kind of harsh for tender skin.