Is the weather heating up in your neck of the woods? As the temperatures rise, it's important to think about sun safety for little ones! These tips will keep the whole family happy and healthy in the summer months.

Thank you to Blue Lizard® Australian Sunscreen for collaborating on this post.

Mommy: / top / necklace / shoes / jean shorts / sunscreen /

Lydia: / dress / sandals / sunscreen /
This last weekend, it reached 94 degrees here in Los Angeles.  It was HOT!  And I'm not gonna lie, I wasn't prepared.  Somehow, I thought we had another month or so before the heat hit…..and I was wrong! So, in anticipation of a hot summer……we're talking about sun safety today.As temperatures rise, be sure to be prepared.  That uncomfortable heat? Can be dangerous for babies and toddlers! Sun Safety Tips:

1. Hydrate: Keep a water bottle with you.  In high temperatures, it's easy become dehydrated.  I always realize how thirsty we are when we're out and about and then can't find water bottles.  Bring an insulated water bottle with you filled with water and ice.
2. Avoid Direct Sun: Middle of the day sun is the WORST.  Try to avoid sun during peak hours (between 10 am and 3 pm), or to at least stay in the shade.
3. Shield: Be sure that you are prepared with a hat, coverup, and sunglasses.  I keep an extra of each of these items in our diaper bag during warm weather.
4. Apply sunscreen frequently: This is HUGE.  We keep sunscreen in our bathrooms and our diaper bags.  Our sunscreen of choice? Blue Lizard® Australian Sunscreen.  Blue Lizard sunscreen was originally made in Australia, where standards for sunscreen are some of the highest in the world.  Housed in a BPA-free bottle, it offers UVA and UVB protection.  Our favorite thing? The bottle changes color when it contact with harmful sun rays.  It's a great reminder to reapply sunscreen.  Their Baby sunscreen is perfect for Lydia's sensitive skin, and I use it as well!  Don't forget to reapply sunscreen every few hours, after swimming, or after excessive sweat.

Ordering sunscreen? Use code P20LIPGLOSS for 20% OFF orders over $35 at www.bluelizard.net. (Expiration 12/31/16)

Welcome to Let it Shine…..the new, revamped Funday Monday! After two years….we decided to rename our link up to something we felt would be a better fit.  Thus, Let it Shine! Why the name? Because we want this link up to be just that…..your chance to let it shine.  We'll be sharing our favs here each week and on social media……     

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Another place we will be showcasing our favs?  The Let It Shine Pinterest Board

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