If you're heading outside with your baby, protecting your little one from the sun's bright rays is extra important because that sensitive baby skin is extra susceptible to serious burns.
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The best form of sun protection is prevention, so try to stay inside or in the shade when the sun is at its strongest, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. If you do need to go outside in the sun during those times, take extra precautions, including applying sunscreen.
Here's some advice about when babies can start wearing sunscreen and how to choose one that's safe.
Sunscreen recommendations are different for younger and older babies, so consider your baby's age before you start slathering.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends keeping babies under 6 months out of direct sunlight. Trusted SourceAmerican Academy of PediatricsSun Safety: Information for Parents About Sunburn & SunscreenSee All Sources [1] However, when shade is not available, it's okay to apply a minimal amount of baby-safe sunscreen with an SPF of 30 to 50 (and no lower than SPF 15) to small areas of your baby's body, such as the face, the back of the hands, and the tops of the feet, starting when the child is a newborn.
The best type of sunscreen for a baby under 6 months is a mineral sunscreen ' i.e. one with either titanium dioxide and/or zinc oxide as the active ingredients. These tend to be more gentle and less irritating for sensitive skin.
Apply SPF 30 to 50 sunscreen made for children to all exposed areas of the body.
Apply a small amount of the sunscreen you're planning to use on a patch of your baby's skin 48 hours before you go out to test for potential irritation. If your child develops a rash, talk to your pediatrician about special sensitive skin formulas.
Be extra cautious around your child's face. If your little one is squirmy, wait until she's calmer or distract her with a toy before applying. If sunscreen does get in her eyes, wipe them gently along with her little hands using a clean, damp cloth.
One more thing to note: Sunscreen should be used year-round. Even in winter, the snow's glare and the sun's rays can combine to cause serious burns. And remember, clouds don't block UV rays, they just filter them. The bottom line? Sunscreen is a must any time your baby is outside.
It depends on your child's age:
Spread a liberal amount of sunscreen, about half a shot glass worth, all over any exposed skin 15 to 30 minutes before you go outside. Don't skimp ' in this case, more is definitely better.
A small amount of sunscreen on exposed areas is the recommendation. Pay special attention to the nose and ears, and protect the lips with lip balm that has SPF 15 or higher in it.
Reapply sunscreen about every two hours if it's waterproof and more often if you're outside for long periods of time, if your baby gets wet, or the sunscreen isn't water-resistant.
Just keep in mind that sunscreen wears off after swimming or sweating, even if it's waterproof, and can take up to 30 minutes to be effective after it's applied.
Some sunscreens are better for your baby than others. Here are a few tips for buying a product that's both safe and effective:
Planning to spend some quality time outside with your baby? Protect her from the heat and sun by taking the following steps:
Finally, be smart about spending time in the hot summer sun. Watch for signs of dehydration (fussiness, redness, excessive crying) and signs of sunburn. If your child's skin does get red or burned, move her to the shade right away and apply a cold compress to the pink patches as soon as you can.
If your baby does look like she may have gotten a sunburn after some time has passed, or you have other questions about baby sun exposure, talk to your pediatrician.
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When you go outdoors with your infant, whether for a quick stroll in the park or a day at the beach, it's important to keep your little one out of the sun. But should you put sunscreen on your baby to protect them from the sun's bright rays? Not usually.
Your infant's sensitive skin is vulnerable to serious burns. But sunscreen isn't the answer, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. That's because infants are at greater risk than adults of sunscreen side effects, such as a rash.
The FDA and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend keeping newborns and babies younger than 6 months out of direct sunlight. The best sun protection for these infants is to stay in the shade. Look for natural shade, such as under a tree. Or create your own shade under a beach umbrella, a pop-up tent, or a stroller canopy.
It's especially important to keep your baby out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., when the sun is at its strongest and ultraviolet (UV) rays are most intense. If you do need to be outside in the sun during those times, be sure to take extra precautions. And check with your pediatrician before applying sunscreen to children younger than 6 months.
The AAP suggests dressing infants in lightweight clothing, such as long pants and long-sleeve shirts. Babies should wear a hat with a brim that shades the neck to prevent sunburn. Not baseball caps, which don't shade the neck or ears, both of which are sensitive areas for a baby. And for fabrics, tight weaves are better than loose ones.
Summer's heat presents other challenges for babies. Our sweat naturally cools us down when we're hot. But younger babies don't sweat like adults do. Their bodies haven't fully developed that built-in heating-and-cooling system, so they can become easily overheated ' and have a greater risk of becoming dehydrated.
Here are some things to keep in mind this summer when outside with infants younger than 6 months:
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