The best baby products for summer 2026

1. Sun protection: UV clothing, baby hats, sunglasses, and parasols

A baby's delicate skin and eyes, which are still adjusting to the new world, need effective protection from the sun's harmful rays.

• UV-protective clothing and hats (e.g., UPF 50+) effectively shield against the sun's harmful rays. UV hats with brims protect the head, neck, and face. Opt for long-sleeved shirts to cover as much skin as possible. Find UV and swimwearhere.
• A parasol for the stroller (e.g.,Emma UV50+ Parasol)is easy to attach and adjust, providing effective protection for your baby. Always adjust the angle of the parasol so that the baby is completely in the shade.
  • If you want to use a stroller shade, ensure that air circulates inside the carrycot. Seehere
  
  
• Sunshadesfor the car protect the baby from sunlight and heat. Also, remember to utilize the infant car seat canopy, which you can pull open for sun protection.Note! Never leave a baby alone in a hot car.

• A UV tent (e.g.,Bo Jungle 3-in-1 Baby Travel Tent UV50+) is lightweight, easy to set up, and provides a safe, shaded spot at the beach or in the backyard. It packs down into a small space and is easy to open!
• Sunglassesare necessary from a very early age. A baby's eye lenses are still clear, allowing significantly more UV radiation to reach the eye than in adults. Remember to protect your baby's eyes with sunglasses in late winter as well, as reflection from the snow can multiply the amount of UV radiation.

‍Tip:Avoid direct sunlight during midday (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.) and keep the baby in the shade whenever possible.

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2. Cooling down & avoiding overheating: Lightweight clothing and proper ventilation

During summer heatwaves, keeping your baby cool is essential. A newborn's and young baby's ability to regulate their own body temperature is still underdeveloped, so you need to monitor their temperature. A good place to check is the back of the baby's neck. If it feels hot and sweaty, the baby is most likely too warm. The baby might also signal their discomfort by crying; being held and breastfeeding can help, as these often soothe and relieve the baby's distress.Remember to check your baby's temperature regularly.‍

• A stroller fan (e.g.,Nuby Bladeless Fan) is easy to attach to a stroller or infant car seat. It is safe, quiet, and adjustable. A stroller fan is a great tool for ensuring good air circulation in the stroller.
• In hot weather, it is a good idea to offer your baby breast milk or formula more often than usual to keep them hydrated. Breastfeeding mothers should also ensure they drink enough and increase their own fluid intake on hot days.
• Temperature check: Most newbaby monitorshave a temperature sensor, which you can easily use to check the temperature inside the carrycot, for example. Abath thermometer
• works for this, too! Dress your baby lightly in the heat – usually, just a diaper is enough. Opt for light colors and natural materials like cotton or bamboo.
• When your baby starts teething, you can use cooling teethers (e.g.,Emma Cooling Teether) to help. A cooling teether helps soothe itchy gums during teething and, of course, acts as a nice cooling element during the summer heat. Chill the teether in the refrigerator for at least an hour before use.

Tip:Make use of the ventilation window in the carrycot – or both, if there are two. Remember to also remove or fully open the carrycot apron, and ensure the baby stays in the shadein a more airy way.

3. Water play: Swim rings and bath toys

Water play is fun and developmental for a baby, and it creates wonderful summer memories from an early age. Always stay with your child for the entire duration of bath or swim time. A child must never be left without adult supervision, especially near water.

• Bath toys(e.g., rubber ducks, cups, or bath books) make bath time and swimming trips fun. You can use the cups to pour cooling water over your baby, and a bath book will keep them entertained in the water for longer.
• Hooded bath towelis soft and easy to wrap around your baby. It gently dries your baby's delicate skin.
• A baby swim ring helps your baby get comfortable in the water safely. The baby swim ring is suitable for babies aged 0–1 years and ensures a safe position in the water. After this, you can move on to a life jacket or arm floats. You can find the popular Filibabba baby swim ringhere.

Tip:If you want to bring the beach or the pool to your home, take advantage ofa baby bathtuboran inflatable pool, which is perfect for backyard play for years to come. When your baby isn't sitting up on their own yet, you can usea bath support, which allows one hand to hold the baby while the other is free to, for example, rinse the baby using bath toy cups.

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4.Safe outdoor time: bugs and mosquitoes

Spending time outdoors is wonderful in the summer, but it's important to be prepared for external factors. Your baby needs protection against mosquitoes and ticks.

• Mosquito nets and coversfor travel cots and strollers protect your baby from mosquitoes and other insects.
• Tickless tick repellent- Keeps ticks away using ultrasound in a non-toxic and safe way. Read more about the Tickless tick repellenthere.

Tip:Use mosquito nets especially at dusk or dawn, when mosquitoes are most active.

5. Comfort on the go: Travel strollers and travel cots

Traveling with a baby requires planning – and compact products. Fortunately, there are many solutions for this, such as travel strollers suitable for different needs and travel cots that pack down small.

• Travel strollers (e.g.Maxi-Cosi Leona2orBugaboo Butterfly 2) are lightweight, easy to fold, and suitable for newborns, as the seat back can be reclined to a full lie-flat position. Remember to use acarrycot/soft carrycotfor a small baby until they are about 6 months old or before they can sit up on their own.
• A travel cotcan be introduced before your trip so that it is easy for parents to use and smells familiar to the baby. Many travel cots come with a separate newborn bassinet insert, which keeps the baby at a higher level—this reduces strain on the parent's back and makes lifting and caring for the baby safer and more ergonomic.
• A sleeping bagis perfect for travel, as you won't need to pack a separate blanket for your baby. A lightweight sleeping bag (TOG 0.2–1) is ideal for summer use. It keeps the baby warm without overheating. Read more about sleeping bags and temperature ratingshere.
• When traveling, your baby might want to be held, but you may need your hands free. Try using ababy carrier or wrapmade of breathable materials—for example, you can find the Voksi Huddle carrierhere

Tip:Choose a travel stroller with a backrest that reclines to a full lie-flat position where you can use a soft carrycot, or a stroller that allows for a bassinet attachment. Most travel strollers also allow you to attach an infant car seat, and if the car seat can be reclined to a lie-flat position, the baby can also rest in it while lying down. It is recommended that the baby remains in a lying position until they are cleared to sit up by a child health clinic.

Summary

Summer is a wonderful time with a baby, provided you have the right products and tips. Sun protection, cooling down & avoiding overheating, hydration, water play, safe outdoor activities, and travel comfort make the summer easier and more enjoyable for both the baby and new parents.

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