How to protect DC from sun while in carrier?

SeaSoul · May 2009

It's 90 degrees & sunny here and Cal's wearing a short-sleeved onesie to stay cool. We just went for a walk w/ him in the Ergo and although he had a sun hat on, his limbs were exposed to the sun. Our pedi advised not to use sunsreen until 6 months old. So, how else do we protect him from the sun? I hate to keep him indoors, or with longer clothing when it's so hot out. All I can think of is to rig up some kind of sheet over the Ergo.

sixres · May 2009

My friend uses this: https://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2302843

She loves it, says it breathable, so it's not so hot in the carrier. Good luck!

InACitySoNice · May 2009

I carry an umbrella.

kittylove · May 2009

I use CA baby sun screen because what your Dr is concerned about is all those harsh chemicals on your child's skin, and CA baby has none of those.

roaringrock · May 2009

InACitySoNice:
I carry an umbrella.

love it! now I'll be able to recognize you!

InACitySoNice · May 2009

LOL!! I know I look crazy, but Asian women do it to protect their skin, right? I see people with blankets over their carriers, but it always seems to me the baby must be baking! I want her to be able to feel the breeze ... even though it's New York air!

SeaSoul · May 2009

i like the umbrella idea too...does everyone understand i mean a wearable carrier?

InACitySoNice · May 2009

Uhhh ... I don't think so ... Angel

SeaSoul · May 2009

Sorry, I wasn't talking about a stroller, but an Ergo baby carrier. Or a Moby or a Bjorn or a Snuggli or sling, etc.

sixres · May 2009

Ohhhhhh! oops! Sorry, I don't know then.

Thought you meant the carseat (carrier).

NYBrideInWI · May 2009

I use my nursing cover over DS when I have him in a front carrier in the sun - it works really well IMO. It lighter weight than a blanket, stays in place because of the neck strap and is the perfect size for covering his legs and arms.

If you don't have one, they are super easy to sew, I made my own using this pattern. I would bet you could even make one without a sewing machine.

SeaSoul · May 2009

NYBrideInWI:

I use my nursing cover over DS when I have him in a front carrier in the sun - it works really well IMO. It lighter weight than a blanket, stays in place because of the neck strap and is the perfect size for covering his legs and arms.

If you don't have one, they are super easy to sew, I made my own using this pattern. I would bet you could even make one without a sewing machine.

Oh, great idea! I have one that a friend made for me, but I've never used. It's pretty flashy (and femmy), but it'll probably do the trick! Thanks!

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