Is it safe to take my 3 month old to the beach?

Alaina - posted on 06/24/2012

I live by a beach, I have my whole life. My son who is 3 months has been going for a while now. Bring milk, also bring baby juice. My pediatrician said its okay to give baby juice (like 2 oz at a time). Also an umbrella to shade him and baby sunscreen and baby milk. I also bring a cloth diaper, and have it wet and 'hanging out' in my cooler. Every now and then I will take it out and pat the nape of his neck with it. Sometimes his feet too. It will keep them cool if they're a little hot.

Charlie - posted on 10/31/2009

I took my son to the beach he LOVED it , i used baby milk sunscreen on his skin , a protective swim shirt and shorts , we also had a beach tent and he loved the water and giggled a lot i also went only in the mornings before it got too hot !!

oh and keep hydrated , hope you have fun .

Julie - posted on 10/31/2009

We took our twin boys two times, once when they weren't even three month and once when they were 3 1/2months. Make sure you take an umbrella and they will be fine

Beth - posted on 10/31/2009

Take the baby. I took my oldest to the pool when he was three months old. Even took him in the pool. Just use some common sense, as is shade, plenty of liquids, etc. He's a healthy 28. My youngest was a bit older before I took him in the pool, as he was born in July. But he was out a lot. And he's 22, and healthy.

Sharon - posted on 10/31/2009

Take the baby. Our kids have been to the lake, hiking, various canyons etc, before they were even a month old.



No sunscreen. Shade, Shade, SHADE



Watch the baby's temperature. They still aren't very good at regulating their temp.

Lydia - posted on 10/31/2009

Im with the majority - If you wanna take bub to the beach then do it. Just make sure that she is well covered/shaded. I would also recommend doing it early morning/late afternoon and avoiding the heat of the day - although that also depends on what temps you have whereever you are :)

Lisa - posted on 10/31/2009

sorry vivian but i disagree if she feels comfortable takin her little then i say go!!! i took my son to the pool at about 4 months n he is fine he is now 5

Vivian - posted on 10/31/2009

sarah sarah, are you realy thinking? it is so many things in this world alone that a young child can catch less lone to carry the baby to the beach. do you know all the things that she might be allegery to? don't expose her to early the the elements. what's the hurry? if you want to go for a big girl relaxation day, leave the baby with a family membe, give her a chance in life. i think the best lil girl relaxation day is to go on the patio, and give her a beautiful messacre, with soft music, or read a child story book, she will listen to everthing you are telling her and doing for her. she will feel that bond. she very well could catch a collick or a fresh cold, you sound like you are very young, you will have time to enjoy her, and see her run and play in the sand, and say look mom, when she's pointing at her diaper, on the ground that she decide to pull off when it is wet lol. give babygirl a chance.

Kristina - posted on 10/31/2009

It's safe & fun! Also be aware at sand in any creases. Be sure to rinse her off well!

Ligaya - posted on 10/31/2009

yes it's safe, fresh air and sunlight between 7:30 am to 8:30 am here in the Philippines

Gemma - posted on 10/31/2009

use baby milk.. its like sunscreen for babys

Amy - posted on 10/31/2009

i took my little one to the beach at two months... just make sure they're not too hot... keep them in the shade, and make sure she drinks a lot ( which with mine was never a problem! :)

Reeta - posted on 10/31/2009

Baby can`t use sunscreen at all, so you have keep her in shade all time. Babies skin is so thin that they can burn easily. Fluids are important. (at least I got such a advices from hospital)

Amy - posted on 10/31/2009

NO suncreen of course but a nice big Umbrella for shade and the fresh beach air would be wonderful for you oth!!!

Gemma - posted on 10/31/2009

dont use sunscreen.. use baby milk i think its called, because sunscreen drys babys skin. Ask the pharmacy what they recemend.

BethAnn - posted on 10/31/2009

keep all skin coverd by shade and sunscreen...make sure she doesnt over heat and go either early (between 9am and 11am) or later (2pm and 5pm)

Becky - posted on 10/31/2009

If you feel comfortable taking her, then I would go. Take a few extra clothes, blankets and such. But MOM knows best, go with your gut. I had no choice but to take my daughter with me everywhere I went.

Monica - posted on 10/31/2009

If you cant go out any buy a tent take an umbrella to angle in the sand to shade her

Phoebe - posted on 10/31/2009

Lots of sunscreen!!!!! lots of fluids!!!!! they make those baby tents too - get one! a hat or bonnet - did I mention sunscreen?? have fun!!