By Stacy DeBroff

It is very important to protect your child from the sun’s strong rays, especially when he or she is a baby. The guide below provides tips on sunburn prevention as well as treatment in the event that your baby does get burned.
To protect your baby:
Do not use sunscreen or zinc oxide on an infant under six months old without checking with your pediatrician first, as it is generally too harsh to use on his sensitive skin.