20 Essentials That Will Keep Your Baby Cool This Summer

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May 26, 2023

By: Allison McHale

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Help Baby Beat the Heat

Keep your kiddo cool this summer with these clever solutions. From gadgets to gear, this top-to-bottom list will keep your baby comfy both at home and on-the-go as temps begin to rise.

Stroller Fan

Strollers can be a cozy nook to nap and laze, but they can also be major heat traps. Keep air circulation going with a portable clip-on fan. This one comes with rechargeable batteries as well as a USB charging cord. It fits perfectly on handlebars and canopies alike and has 360-degree rotation.

BUY IT: Amazon, $26.99

Sun Shade for Strollers and Car Seats

Even the best strollers seem to lack adequate sun coverage, which is why this sun shade is a key addition for sunny, warm-weather months. The adjustable straps securely wrap around the stroller, and the stretchy fabric (complete with UPF 50+) allows you to easily maneuver the canopy down as far as needed to keep your child protected from the sun.

BUY IT: Amazon, $28.99+

Breathable Sheet Set

Keep your sleepy, sweaty baby comfy with breathable bedding. This flat sheet, fitted sheet, and pillowcase set is hypoallergenic and made of soft microfiber material. Plus, the trio comes in plenty of colors and creates a comfortable, calming sleep environment.

BUY IT: Amazon, $11.99+

Convertible Car Seat Shade

This shade is a breathable, 100-percent cotton cover that attaches to front and back headrests of your car, creating a sun-blocking canopy over your child’s car seat. It’s compatible with infant, front- and rear-facing seats, and sits high enough for your child to see out the window.

BUY IT: Amazon, $22.99

Mini Misting Fan

For those scorch-the-earth days, this misting fan blows a cool, moist breeze directly onto your little one. It comes with rechargeable batteries as well as a USB cord for charging. The fan can be handheld, clipped on or stood upright.

BUY IT: Amazon, $23.99

Memory Foam Crib and Toddler Mattress

If your baby runs hot while sleeping, a heat-wicking mattress might be your answer. Serta's Perfect Slumber dual-sided crib and toddler mattress is nontoxic, waterproof, and designed with a breathable memory foam that regulates your child’s body temperature.

BUY IT: Amazon, $79.99

Crib Mattress Protector

Mattress protectors can often hold heat, which makes sleep super uncomfortable. This extra-soft crib mattress protector is breathable and designed with moisture wicking material for a cool and comfy sleep. It is 100-percent waterproof and machine washable.

BUY IT: Target, $29.74

Moisture-Wicking and Antimicrobial Performance Bodysuit

Sometimes, the cutest baby clothes are made with materials that don’t breathe very well. BonnBonn Baby’s moisture wicking onesies are made with soft, jersey knit fabrics that keep babies cool in warm months and looking super cute any time of the year.

BUY IT: BonnBonn Baby, $21.00

Sunglasses

These shades may not keep your kiddo cool, but they’ll sure look that way! With polarized, shatterproof lenses, these sunglasses from Babiators offer 100-percent UVA/UVB protection and have bendable rubber frames to prevent snapping.

BUY IT: Babiators, $38.00

The Noggle

There’s nothing quite like roasting in the backseat of the car while front seat passengers complain they’re too cold. The Noggle can fix that! This clever tube attaches to your dashboard vent and funnels cool air to the backseat. Bonus: It can be used in winter months to distribute heat, too!

BUY IT: Amazon, $79.95

Ergo Carrier

Baby-wearing in warm months can be a sticky situation for babies and parents alike, which is why the Ergo360 Breathable Carrier is an award-winning must-have. A lightweight mesh helps keep babies comfy and cool, and a UPF 50+ tuck-away hood protects them from overhead rays. An added bonus, the carrier can be used from birth with an infant insert and can last all the way up to 36 months.

BUY IT: Amazon, $120.36

Evaporative Cooling Towel

What parent doesn’t love a quick fix? Run this cooling towel under water for about a minute and it becomes an easy way to cool your babe down on hot summer days. Drape it around your little one’s shoulder or gently pat along their forehead to keep cool.

BUY IT: Amazon, $7.50

Spout Adapter for Water Bottles

Have you ever tried to give your toddler a sip of water from a full-sized bottle, only to find it has spilled from the chin down? Oops! In a pinch, this bottle adaptor transforms a full-sized spout into a kid-friendly sippy cup.

BUY IT: Amazon, $3.99

Cotton Muslin Sleep Sack Wearable Blanket

Sleep sacks are a comfy way to tuck in at night but can be too many layers in warmer months. Halo’s breathable sleep sack is made with a 100-percent cotton muslin that helps keep your baby cool and cozy in the crib.

BUY IT: Amazon, $39.99

Purifying Fan

Figuring out where to put a fan in your child’s bedroom can be a real head-scratcher. You want to keep them cool, but not feeling drafty. You want to circulate air, but only if it’s clean. This Dyson two-in-one personal sized fan checks all those boxes with a built-in air purifier. It circulates cooled, clean air in a bladeless unit, which is ideal for children’s rooms and their grabby hands.

BUY IT: Dyson, $299.99

First Aid Cool Pack for Babies, Toddlers and Kids

Your baby can snuggle up to this soft stuffed animal and still keep cool on a steamy summer day. It has a discreet ice pack inside for bumps and bruises.

BUY IT: Amazon, $9.99

Chair with Sun Canopy

Great for backyard BBQs, camping and sporting events, this indoor-outdoor chair can hold children who are up to 75 pounds and collapses conveniently to fit into a carry-on bag. A five-point harness keeps children secure, and a convenient sun canopy keeps them protected from overhead rays.

BUY IT: Amazon, $59.99

Wetsuit Baby Carrier

Explore the waters this summer with a clever wetsuit baby carrier. Made with neoprene, this lightweight carrier can hold tots who are up to 33 pounds and is fast drying – making a great addition for all of your summer adventures.

BUY IT: Frog Orange, $259.00

Sun Protection Hat

Protect your baby’s delicate skin from summer’s strong rays with a UPF 50+ hat that will keep their head, eyes and neck safe. A stay-put tie strap keeps the hat from flying away and a wicking liner prevents moisture from building up. Plus, an inside toggle allows you to adjust the fit as your baby grows.

BUY IT: Amazon, $14.99

Portable Baby Beach Tent

This UV-protectant baby canopy offers a comfortable, shady nook for your babe, and also has a mini pool that can be filled with water to keep them cool. An added bonus: This pop-up tent collapses into a small carrying bag that measures just 21 inches around.

BUY IT: Amazon, $32.95

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