Sunburn Saviors for Babies

The summer months mean warmer weather. They mean barbecues and pool parties. And, if you’re lucky, they can mean a few trips to the beach. However, while the summer can provide lots of sun and fun, it can also mean some dreaded and painful sunburns.

As an adult, you’ve probably had to lather your scorched, lobsteresque body with aloe a few times. With a bad sunburn, sleeping, wearing clothes, and drying off after a shower are all nearly impossible—just about all of us have been there. However, once you add a baby to the mix, you no longer have to only worry about yourself getting burned. And, we all know babies do their fair share of crying as it is. Throw a sunburn into the mix, and you’re getting yourself into some serious trouble. But, just like you can protect yourself from the sun, there are a few ways you can protect your young one as well.

A Sun Suit
This SPF-infused style of baby clothing can greatly reduce the exposure to UV rays. Additionally, with a sun suit, you don’t have to worry about re-applying sun screen.

Sunglasses
Whenever you find it appropriate to pop on your shades, you should make sure your baby is doing the same. And, no, toy sunglasses won’t do the trick. In fact, toy sunglasses can make exposure worse since they dilate a baby’s pupils without providing UV protection. Make sure you seek out “100% UV Protection” for your baby’s sunglasses.

Hats
A hat can go a long way. It’s nearly impossible to keep a young one under the cover of an umbrella or blanket, but most will settle with a hat. Hats are a simple but effective way to protect your baby’s scalp and face. You can even find a hat to match their sun suit. Now, they’ll be stylish and protected.