November 2008 Weddings
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When to go to the beach
So, I am just wondering what you all have heard about taking a baby to the beach? Sadie will be 8 weeks on Saturday and DH's work got a Beach house for all the manager's and We want to take her to the beach.
We have a sun tent to keep her under, and hats for her to wear. What else do we need? What about sunscreen
Re: When to go to the beach
I have heard NO sunscreen, even baby sunscreen until 6 months of age b/c of the chemicals...and then there are certain brands that are better (even if some are labeled as baby safe, they still have nasty chemicals that absorb into their skin). I know Neutrogena for baby sunblock is "safe" and what our pedi recommended - but I am pretty sure you have to wait until 6 months.
Sorry if that made no sense. I feel like I should win an award for run on sentences.
That being said, sunscreen is better than a sunburn if you absolutely must be outside.Here is a list of the safe sunscreens. We buy L the California Baby sunscreen at Target. It's pretty expensive, about $18 for 2.9 oz but worth it, IMHO.
Oooohhhh, I love the California Baby brand, too!
Our ped said no sunscreen until 1 year, most say none until 6 months. However, I know plenty of people who did use it (we started at 4 months) with no issues. I'm with you--I'd rather not give her a sunburn.
I would recommend the UV protectant clothing for her. Our ped swears by them, and he has 8 kids. Just get one of the wet suit style outfits, keep her under a tent, use a hat and a little sunscreen.
I'm using Neutrogena baby sunscreen on Bebe lately and like it, although I think it is a little more oily than the California Baby stuff.
The Neurtogena sunblock is ok to use from birth according to our dermotologist. If you dont feel comfortable using sunblock yet I would dress her in cotton long sleeved shirt and pants. If you are in the sun tent I think she should be fine.
Yes, All the bathing suits have like SPF or UVA/UVB protection. I thought that, but there is a TON of skin that is still exposed. I have hats too that have protection in it.