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Sun Safety Tips for Infants

Here are some things to keep in mind this summer when outside with infants younger than 6 months:

Keep your baby in the shade as much as possible.
Talk to your pediatrician before using any sunscreen on your baby.
Make sure your child wears clothing that covers and protects his or her sensitive skin. If you hold the fabric against your hand and it’s sheer enough to see through it, it probably doesn’t offer enough protection.
Make sure your baby wears a hat that provides shade to the face, neck, and ears.
Watch your baby carefully for warning signs of sunburn or dehydration. These signs include fussiness, redness, and excessive crying.
If your baby is becoming sunburned, get out of the sun right away and apply cold compresses to the affected areas. Call your baby’s pediatrician right away.
Hydrate! Give your child formula or breast milk if you’re out in the sun for more than a few minutes.
Remember to pack a cooler to store the liquids.