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Sun Hat
Wide-brim hat with a chin strap.
- Priority
- Essential
- Ages
- 0-5 years
- Category
- Clothing
When you need it
A sun hat is useful from the first weeks for outdoor time, since babies have sensitive skin. It stays useful up to about 5 years and beyond, for beach days, playgrounds and summer walks.
What to look for
Look for a wide brim, a neck flap or full coverage at the back, and a breakaway or adjustable chin strap that keeps it on without being tight. Breathable, sun-protective fabric is ideal, and a hat that can go in the wash is a plus. Check that it fits snugly without pressing, and that the brim does not flop into your child's eyes. Ask your pediatrician about sun protection for young babies.
Sun Hat: common questions
- Do I need a sun hat?
- Yes, a sun hat is close to essential if you spend time outside in sunny weather. A stroller canopy and shade help too. It is one of the simplest ways to protect a baby's face and neck.
- When does a baby need a sun hat?
- A baby needs a sun hat whenever they are outside in strong sun. That can be from the first weeks onward.
Ages
- Newborn essentials (0-3 months)
- 3 Month Old essentials (3-6 months)
- 6 Month Old essentials (6-9 months)
- 9 Month Old essentials (9-12 months)
- 1 Year Old essentials (12-18 months)
- 18 Month Old essentials (18-24 months)
- 2 Year Old essentials (2-3 years)
- 3-5 Year Old essentials (3-5 years)
On these checklists
- Newborn Essentials Checklist
- Baby Registry Checklist: What You Actually Need
- Diaper Bag Checklist: What to Pack
- What to Pack for Daycare
- Beach With Baby Checklist
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