Though the price is kind of high (but really not insanely priced for something with rock star quality) for something a child might lose quite easily, they really are very cute. I love the pattern and the idea of keeping my child squint-free, but unless you have the type of child (like my older son) who will actually wear sunglasses, the Retro Banz Sunglasses by Banz are pretty pointless. I’m fairly certain they’d be wasted on my younger son, who won’t even wear a hat. For $19.95 at peaceofmindbabyproducts.com, they come with a cleaning cloth and the strap is adjustable with Velcro. Why not take them on your summer vacation to keep those precious baby eyes UV protected!

With warmer weather (hopefully) right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about spending more time outdoors. This means thinking about protecting little eyes from the sun. Eyes Cream shades are a line of hip sunglasses for kids. They offer both classic and trendy looks that will please just about anyone. The line has received a lot of positive press, and their products have been seen on The New Adventures of the Old Christine. There are looks for both boys and girls, from six months to age twelve. They feature rubber frames for durability, and are made with polycarbonate lenses so they block virtually 100% UVA, UVB, and UVC rays. Most pairs retail for $34.95.

You can check out the entire collection at EyesCreamShades.com. While you are there, you can enter the monthly raffle for a free pair.

As a parent, you want to protect your child’s eyes from harmful UVA and UVB rays.  Of course, this is often easier said than done.  I’ve bought some really cute little sunglasses over the years, but they don’t do any good if the child won’t wear them, or if they won’t stay on.  The idea behind innovative My First Shades was to produce a high-quality pair of sunglasses that would protect a baby’s delicate eyes, and that would stay put.

The parent-owned company has succeeded in what they set out to do.  My First Shades provide 100% protection from UV rays, and they actually do stay on!  These sunglasses are made to be comfortable, so your child won’t be struggling to remove them.

My two year-old actually likes to wear them.  Best of all, because they are made with an adjustable neoprene headband, there are no temples to break off or pinch little fingers. The icing on the cake is that there are tons of fun designs to choose from.

My first shades come in an infant size (for 0-36 months), and larger sizes for children (3-7), and tweens (12+).  I wasn’t sure that my 9 year old would be into these, but she is.  You can purchase a pair for $14.99 at myfirstshades.com.  Protecting your child’s eyes is well worth the modest price!

We all know the dangers that the sun can have on our skin, but overexposure can effect other parts of our bodies as well. I learned this when I took my five-year old to the eye doctor for the first time. It’s just as important to protect your eyes as it is your skin, especially with little ones.

That’s when he recommended Baby Banz. These great little sunglasses were designed in Australia where the UV rays are extreme. They have been clinically tested and have passed some of the toughest tests around, proving that these can really help prevent serious problems.

Aside from the health benefits, these glasses are simply fantastic! They come in all different styles and colors to match baby’s outfits and have a neoprene elastic strap attached so they will stay put…even when you’re not looking!

They offer 100% UVA/UVB protection and the lenses can even be replaced with prescription lenses if your child wears glasses. It’s a smart purchase too; the sides are made with adjustable Velcro® that grows with the child! My kids love them! You can pick up a pair for $15 at babybanz.com.