The Importance of Baby Sun Hats
April 22, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
Nothing makes happier, healthier children than them being outside, playing in the sun. Whilst the benefits are plenty, as parents, it is also vital that you stay aware of the potential harm from the sun’s UV rays. Baby Sun Hats are an important part of your child’s summer wardrobe and ideally your child should not be outside for any length of time without one.
Luckily, children’s sun hats now come in a wide range of styles and colors, so there is one out there to suit any occasion or taste. There are three main categories of baby sun hat to choose from and each has their merits, depending on the age of your child.
Legionnaire Hats
The legionnaire style sun hat for babies is a very popular choice for younger children, as it not only protects their head and face, but also their neck and ears. They are also very easy on the eye, usually coming in a range of striking colors, to help make your baby look adorable on the beach.
Bucket Hats
Bucket hats are a good example of older kids sun hats, where the styles and colors are perhaps more fashionable, whilst still having the practicality of the downwards sloping brim to protect their eyes and face. A hat that looks good is important at this age, as they are likely to want to wear a fashionable, stylish bucket hat without any fuss and getting them protection from the sun is of course key.
Toddler Sun Hats with UV protection
It is now possible to buy sun hats for babies, which are made from material that is UPF50+ rated. The UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) indicates how much ultraviolet radiation is absorbed by the fabric. UPF50+ is the highest rating that can be applied to clothing and essentially means that the fabric blocks 98% of the suns harmful rays.
As well as classic hats and caps, you should also be able to find both the legionnaire and bucket styles available in UPF50+ fabric, and the extra protection offered tends to give parents even more peace of mind. Of course, it is important that you choose your toddler sun hat with care and from a recognized brand.
Baby sun hats you can trust
You do not want to risk your child’s safety when it comes to purchasing children’s sun hats. Kids sun hats are generally not expensive anyway, so there is no benefit in trying to get something cheap, as the chances are it will not protect your child properly.
Baby Sunscreens and Hats
June 27, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Here is a list of some of the safer sunscreens we have found:
TruKid’s SunnyDays sunscreen – Safe and affordable.
California Baby SPF 30 + Sunblock Stick – No Fragrance – Our top pick for kids! This is a non chemical sunscreen. It uses non-penetrating titanium dioxide (no nano particles) to protect against the sun. It is also made with organic & sustainably grown ingredients.
California Baby SPF 30 – This is specially for children to be safe and it a favorite among many natural parents. We have used this on my own kids and I really like it. I usually opt for the fragrance free versions.
California Baby SPF 30 + Bug Repellent – This is a good sunblock/bug repellent combo that is DEET free.
Badger Face & Body Sunblock SPF 30 – There was huge run on this sunscreen not long ago and you could hardly get it. It is known to be one of the safest sunscreens out there.
Miessence Organics Reflect Outdoor Balm SPF 15 – We have some if this and I like it…very clean smelling and not sticky. It is also made by a great company with organic ingredients. It has added antioxidants and beta carotene to help nourish skin and protect it.
Lavera Baby and Children Sun Screen Lotion, SPF 30 – Contains organic peach seed, apricot seed oil and calendula and protects against UV A, B and C rays with waterproof protection.
Jason Natural – Sunbrellas Chemical Free Sun Block SPF30+ – Chemical, Fragrance and Paraben Free Complete UVA & UVB Protection Ideal for Sensitive Skin.
Dermalogica Ultra Sensitive Faceblock SPF 25 – Another chemical free sunblock using non-penetrating titanium dioxide. This has a hint of color…most likely to hide the streaky whiteness of the natural titanium dioxide.
Sunscreen SPF 30 by Soleo Organics – Made with Zinc Oxide, it provides 3 hours of water resistant protection without the use of chemical UV-absorbers or synthetic preservatives. This sunscreen is made with nano particles.
Also don’t forget your protective gear…so you won’t need sunscreen as much:
Legionnaire Hats – These hats for kids have flaps on either side that protect the face, head, and neck areas from getting burned. They are also made with UV protective fabric.
Sunday Afternoon’s Kid’s Play Hat UPF 45 – Made of lightweight water-resistant supplex fabric, blocks UVA and UVB rays, rated 45 UPF. Full veil covers back of neck, mesh panels for ventilation, down-sloped flexible brim shades face.
Baby Banz Sunglasses – 100% UV/UVA & UVB ray protection. You can also get a sunglasses/hat combo.
Also Frubi Shades. I have used both of these brands with my own kids and I like them.
