I have been told that I shouldn`t put sunscreen on my baby until she is 12 months
Hi, I have been told that I shouldn`t put sunscreen on my baby until she is 12 months old. Unless I never take her outside this is hard to achieve. Could you explain the theory behind this and what alternatives you could suggest. Thanks
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Answer:
Hi,
The Cancer Council recommends that you talk to your doctor first about using sunscreen on babies less than 6 months old. Babies and children have sensitive skin so sun protection is really important. Infants under six months of age should be kept out of the sun as much as possible. When outdoors use a range of strategies to give your baby the best protection: use a pram cover, a broad brimmed, legionnaire or bucket style hat and clothing. Keep your baby in the shade whenever possible and try to avoid the middle of the day when UV levels peak. If you use a number of strategies, your baby should be well protected and may only need sunscreen on areas that can’t be protected such as their feet, under their chin.
Good luck!
The Cancer Council recommends that you talk to your doctor first about using sunscreen on babies less than 6 months old. Babies and children have sensitive skin so sun protection is really important. Infants under six months of age should be kept out of the sun as much as possible. When outdoors use a range of strategies to give your baby the best protection: use a pram cover, a broad brimmed, legionnaire or bucket style hat and clothing. Keep your baby in the shade whenever possible and try to avoid the middle of the day when UV levels peak. If you use a number of strategies, your baby should be well protected and may only need sunscreen on areas that can’t be protected such as their feet, under their chin.
Good luck!
Answered:
29 Nov 2007