{"id":3395,"date":"2017-03-21T18:44:09","date_gmt":"2017-03-21T18:44:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.boredmom.com\/?p=3395"},"modified":"2025-08-14T21:20:44","modified_gmt":"2025-08-14T21:20:44","slug":"natural-safe-spring-break-babies-toddlers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.boredmom.com\/?p=3395","title":{"rendered":"Natural &#038; Safe Spring Break for Babies &#038; Toddlers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>After a long cold wet winter, many of us are seeking the sun for Spring Break season! Here&#8217;s some tips for keeping your little ones naturally safe if you&#8217;re traveling to warmer tropical beach climates for your vacation.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p><em>This post has been compensated by Bella B. All opinions are mine alone.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Hydration and Hats<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Children are typically not great at asking for water if they are thirsty, especially in a fun new environment. Make sure to encourage your babies and toddlers to keep drinking every 30 minutes. Dehydration can lead to tummy troubles, headaches and even sunstroke.<\/p>\n<p>Younger babies should use other forms of sun protection. If your baby is 6 months or older, liberally use sunscreen. Also, avoid exposing your baby to the sun during peak hours \u2014 generally 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \u2014 and dress your baby in protective clothing, a hat with a brim is very important!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose a formula that\u2019s specifically for children and waterproof (even if your little one won\u2019t be getting wet).<\/li>\n<li>To prevent rashes, check the ingredients for titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, hypoallergenic ingredients that sit on top of the skin rather than absorbing into it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bellabbodycare.com\/bella-b-buzzy-bee-natural-bug-repellent.html\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3398 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.boredmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/bellab.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.boredmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/bellab.jpg 750w, https:\/\/stage.boredmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/bellab-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stage.boredmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/bellab-500x315.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bug Spray<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Warm climates are enjoyable, but they also often attract insects like mosquitoes and biting flies. Many big box store brand bug sprays have harsh chemicals that are not baby safe, like DEET. I recommend using a baby\/toddler friendly version by Bella B. I was first introduced to the Bella B. line of products at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.expowest.com\">Natural Products Expo West<\/a> event in Anaheim.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bellabbodycare.com\/bella-b-buzzy-bee-natural-bug-repellent.html\"><strong>Bella B Buzzy Bee Natural Bug Repellent<\/strong> <\/a>naturally protects baby and the whole family from biting insects and irritation. Free of DEET\u00a0and other chemicals., this like spray won&#8217;t sting or irritate the skin. \u00a0It has a pleasant scent of geranium, lemon, cedarwood and citronella oils. Chemical free, non-irritating, hypoallergenic and paraben free. It&#8217;s also very convenient for travel, as it&#8217;s \u00a0TSA Travel size approved (3.3 oz\/98ml) Just make sure to re-apply, especially if baby is playing in or with water.<a href=\"http:\/\/www.bellabbodycare.com\/bella-b-buzzy-bee-natural-bug-repellent.html\"> This naturally great bug spray is only $6.99 .<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Hair Care<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>My daughter loved the water when she was little. Either playing in it, swimming it it, or just running through the sprinklers. At the end of the day she would have what I would call a legit rat&#8217;s nest. Fine thin hair tangled and knotted on top of her hair. Do not get caught without a a detangler for these situations as I was. I think I&#8217;ve lost a few years of my life from trying to defuse hair and tantrums!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3399 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.boredmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/bellab2.jpg\" alt=\"Bella B Buzzy Bee Natural Bug Repellent\" width=\"750\" height=\"627\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.boredmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/bellab2.jpg 750w, https:\/\/stage.boredmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/bellab2-300x251.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stage.boredmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/bellab2-500x418.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>I recommend the <strong>Mangle Detangle\u00a0by Bella B <\/strong>as well. This is a natural detangler that is uniquely formulated to do and exceptional job clearing tangles with minimal effort. Naturally tear free and designed for tear prevention. \u00a0It&#8217;s also made with several organic ingredients to maximize shine and maintain strong, healthy hair! The extra bonus &#8211; it&#8217;s Hypoallergenic, Paraben Free, Fresh Natural Scent<br \/>\nMangle Detangle is also a great bargain at only $7.99<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After a long cold wet winter, many of us are seeking the sun for Spring Break season! 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