Taking A Baby To The Beach.

[Miss_Courtney]

I'm planning on going this Monday, she's 4 months. Of course, I'm going to have her attached to my hip. I just need to put some sunscreen on her, shade her, & keep the sand out. Other than that, it's okay, right?

[Miss_Courtney]

Haha, I'll definitely look into the baby tent. That sounds like a good idea.

[smichellec]

They make little baby tents to keep them out of the sun and wind:) ive seen people use packnplay with a fitted sheet over top too! also, I use baby powder to rid my body of sand when we beach camp. Strip down naked and douse myself with powder. It takes the sand right off!

[Miss_Courtney]

Thank you! :)

[xxtashaleexx]

There is sunscreen suitable for children under 6months as i have sampled it before just can't remember brand names sorry. Its definitely fine to take ur bub to the beach i did when my lil one was 3months old =) u know what u have to do so its absolutely fine have fun =)

[Miss_Courtney]

Oh, I see. Okay, thanks for that. I'll look into it. I didn't know sunscreen could affect their skin. I guess so, because of the chemicals & what's in it.

[GeekMom1213]

AFAIK babies should not have sunscreen applied before they are six months old so staying shaded at all times (whether under an umbrella, a shade tent, or full coverage UV-blocking clothing and a hat) would be important. But you should check with your pediatrician on that to make sure, as I may not be recalling that correctly from when my son was an infant.

[Miss_Courtney]

Of course! But it's fine, so we're good.

[Tricia0818]

And hydrated! Other than that yes it's fine