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Gidget Gear For Lil Beach Blanket Beauties

babysugar — Wed, 13 May 2009 12:00:43 -0700

Let's go surfing now, everybody's learning how, come on and shop for baby with me... After dusting off all of those Summer toys for the tot's amusement, it's time to suit her up for some hot action! Whether you're headed to the pool, beach, or backyard, baby girl needs to be dressed and accessorized for the occasion.

Protect her from harmful UV rays with child-friendly sunscreen and sunglasses. Safeguard wee feet with petite sandals and safeguard foreheads with brimming hats. Active sports who delight in boogie boarding and riding the waves can stave off rashes with body tees and board shorts. Tots sporting bikinis and swimsuits should have a cover-up for lunch by the pool or building sandcastles. And don't forget a towel to keep that tush from getting too sandy on the way home.

Junior Jetset: Sunbusters

LilSugar — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:00:22 -0700

Before you and your tot hop a plane to a sunny destination, make sure you throw some sun protective clothing in your suitcase. While the garments shield your child's tender flesh from 99 percent of all harmful UV rays, they also keep them cool when they are out of the water and walking around in the heat. Last week, my husband and I took our kids on vacation and their Sunbusters clothing came in handy. Being from San Francisco, we are used to a mild climate so when temperatures hit 111 degrees, my daughter was more than happy to trade her swimsuit for a pink and lime long sleeve all in one ($46). My son opted for a pair of board shorts and a long sleeve rash shirt ($38). The garments are made of a quick drying fabric that is resistant to chlorine and provided our wee ones with 50+ sun protection so all we had to do was lather lotion on their limbs and faces.

Cast a Line and Teach a Tot to Fish

LilSugar — Wed, 20 May 2009 05:00:06 -0700

The image of a father standing behind his child and teaching him to cast a line is as iconic as a Norman Rockwell painting. But any parent that has tried to introduce their kiddo to the sport of fishing knows reality isn't as picturesque. From hooks caught on clothing to tangled lines, it's all worth the memories so get out there and catch dinner with your darlings! Here are some tips:

Length of trip: The length and location of the fishing trip should be determined by the age of the participants. Wee ones aren't likely to last more than an hour, but engaged kindergartners may sit for quite a while. Local creeks, docks and lakes may be a better fit for these age groups than an afternoon boat trip.
Choice of rod: When selecting a fishing rod, consider the actual goal of the outing. While there are many fun, character-enhanced rods, a good, ultra-light rod and reel will actually allow kids to bring in a fish, rather than breaking.
Bait: If worms and squid make your small fry squeamish, consider using cut-up hot dogs, chunks of cheese, dough or cooked corn kernels.
Casting the line: Position yourselves far away from other anglers, as youngsters tend to be a bit wild when casting their lines. Don't worry if the line doesn't go far, the kids will be just as excited.
Reel it in: Allow tots to attempt to reel in the fish themselves. It's all about the action, not the result.
Catch and release: Practice catch and release techniques with your kiddo unless you plan to eat the finned creature. To make the catch more exciting, consider holding the fish in a spacious bucket or container filled with water where children can watch it swim. Then, set it free.

To see more fishing tips, including several safety ones, read more.

Remember that even though you may only be fishing in a foot-deep creek, each member of your pint-sized party should wear a personal flotation device.
Carry a first aid kit with medical supplies that can care for all types of cuts, scrapes, bumps, bruises and insect bites.
Bring plenty of cold drinks (water, juice, etc.) to accompany your snacks. Being on the water in heat will require hydration.
Wear proper shoes. If you will be fishing on or near rocks, be sure kids wear shoes with good traction and covered toes. This will prevent unnecessary slipping and scraped up feet.
Be safe in the sun. Aside from reapplying sunscreen on a regular basis, remember to pack UV sunglasses for the kids. The reflection of the sun off of the water can be dangerous for lil eyes. Wide-brimmed hats will also help protect their faces, ears and necks from the sun’s damaging rays.
Pay careful attention to the ingredients of your insect repellent. While the lotion or spray may prevent bites and stings, some contain DEET, which should not be spread on tot’s skin.

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Kiddie Wellness: Sunburn

LilSugar — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 08:00:18 -0700

It gets hot, hot, hot in the summertime so it's important to keep lil ones out of the sun between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. when its rays are the most powerful. If you are venturing out, keep your child protected with appropriate clothing, shades and sunscreen. And, in the event that you or your youngster gets burned, follow these sunburn instructions from WebMD to stop the UV radiation and relieve discomfort. It said:

Get out of the sun
Cover exposed skin
Ask you pediatrician which, if any, medications are useful, especially when started early.

To see the rest of the tips, read more.

For mild sunburn, cool compresses with equal parts of milk and water may suffice. You may also use cold compresses with Burow solution. You can buy this at a drugstore. Dissolve 1 packet in 1 pint of water. Soak gauze or a soft clean cloth in it. Gently wring out the cloth and apply to the sunburned area for 15-20 minutes. Change or refresh the cloth and solution every 2-3 hours.
Anyone raised in a beach community knows the secret of aloe-based lotions. There are many commercially available types. Ask the pharmacist at your local drugstore. Tearing apart your aloe plant in the yard and applying the cool jellylike substance inside the leaves is no longer necessary
Cool (not ice cold) baths may help. Avoid bath salts, oils, and perfumes because these may produce sensitivity reactions. Avoid scrubbing the skin or shaving the skin. Use soft towels to gently dry yourself. Don't rub. Use a light, fragrance-free skin moisturizer
Avoid lotions that contain topical anesthetic medications because you can become sensitized and then allergic to that medicine.

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Fashion Week: Cabana Life

LilSugar — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 05:00:09 -0800

If you're headed to the beach or the pool, you MUST lather your lil one up with SPF. Did you know that the average tee only provides an SPF of 5? So if you think covering your tot up in a long-sleeve shirt is going to protect him, think again.

Melissa Papcock founded the Cabana Life line of SPF 50+ UV protection clothing after being treated for melanoma when she was in her twenties. Unable to find stylish sun-protective clothing, she used her fashion background to create a line of beach essentials inspired by Mediterranean summers. To see more of the line, read more.

The spring collection, which hits stores like Giggle, Nordstrom and the company's website in late February, includes hats, cover-ups, tunics and pants for boys and girls. Cabana Life also had moms and expectant women in mind with their mommy and me matching tunics. The products range from $28 for tee-shirts to $44 for embroidered tunics.

Father Charged With Criminal Abuse For Son's Sunburn

LilSugar — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 15:00:12 -0700

Lather your kids with lotion or be charged for sunburn. A Kentucky father was arrested and charged with criminal abuse after failing to protect his 2-year-old son from the sun's intense rays with proper clothing, sunscreen or shade. The shirtless tot was outside playing with his dad for at least 90 minutes and suffered second and third degree burns on his arms and back. Bobby Jones, 27, is currently in jail and cannot see his son for at least two weeks while the investigation continues.

Flower Beach Wrap - $25.00	Daisy Appliqué Two-Piece Swimsuit - $30.00
Stripe Straw Sunhat - $14.75	Toddler Girls' Hello Kitty Beth Flip Flops - Pink - $7.99
Baby Silk® Babysafe Sunscreen Towelettes - $7.50	Polka Dot Bow Sunglasses - $9.50
Girls Ruched Rashguards - $12.50	Polka Dot Board Short - $22.75
California Baby No Fragrance Sunscreen Lotion SPF30 - $19.99	Girls' flutter paisley tank - $88.00
Toddler Girls' Circo Berdie Butterfly Flip Flops - Purple - $6.99	Women's Printed Canvas Totes - $19.50
Greendog Girls Terry Coverup Dress - $24.00	Seahorse One-Piece Swimsuit - $16.50
Flower Swim Cover-Up - $26.75	Nike Sunray Protect Sandals - $32.00