The American Academy of Pediatrics says that a sun hat with a 3-inch brim is what children should wear, but it just so happens that most manufacturers online simply do not list the brim width as a detail in their product descriptions. This unfortunately leaves us guessing by the pictures provided. This hat wins our Editors' Choice for Technical Use for being the highest performing and most versatile of the bunch For younger kids, go for a hat with a chin strap or one made from a stretchy fabric to stop it falling off or being blown away (and to minimise the chances of it being thrown off). However, if a baby or toddler is determined to get a hat off their head, there’s not much you can do to stop them. Using a hat clip like this one attached to their clothes will keep it off the ground, saving on washing as well as lost hats. Our suggestion? Measure and calculate your baby’s head diameter and subtract it from the total width of the sun hat. Then, divide that by 2 to arrive at the brim width. Yup, we did the math and came up with a formula for you – you’re welcome.

No more chasing after your baby's sun hat in the wind or trying to stop it from flopping over their eyes! This all-covering, high-elastic sun hat is designed with a stiff brim and a chin strap to keep it perfectly in place atop your little one's head. Lightweight and easy to wear, this chic baby sun protection hat is made of a natural mix of fabrics that makes it breathable and soft on your baby’s delicate skin. It also comes with an adjustable strap around the head circumference for an extra snug and comfortable fit. Whether it’s a toddler straw sun hat, a baseball visor, or a floppy hat, all the products on this list are guaranteed to keep your toddler safe from the sun.As an outdoorsy mom, who has had her babies outside in the sun on the beach, while traveling and hiking, I know that it can be hard to keep your baby covered at all times. That’s why I recommend a baby sun hat for travel. If your baby needs some time out of the sun a stroller sun shade or one of these baby beach tents is a great way to keep your baby away from the sun’s harmful rays. 2. Sun Protection

It is worth noting, however, that the Travel Foldable Brim Sun Hat is one of the heaviest hats we tested for this review. We still found it very comfortable, but the weight does make it less comfortable than some hats. There are also more stylish hats out there, but this hat balances style, comfort, sun protection, and breathability the best. While crucial when it comes to functionality, it can occasionally prove to be a little difficult to maneuver. The issue arises with young ones who have yet to develop the dexterity to loosen the ties if they really need to, and toddlers, on the other hand, who find nothing more entertaining than tugging on the dangling strings under their chins! Because we know that there’s nothing like a real recommendation from a real parent, we first headed to the Mumsnet forums to find out which sun hats discerning Mumsnet users had bought for their children. We compiled a list of the sun hats they recommended for being practical and staying on their kids’ heads.Since all toddlers have unique heads that are different in size and shape, a toddler sun protection hat that is adjustable is highly recommended. This also helps keep it in use for longer as your child grows. These straps are essentially two pieces of fabric or string that extend down the sides of the hats and connect under the chin to help keep the hat stay put on your toddlers’ heads. This is an ideal feature for fiddly toddlers and windy days. Our toddler wearing his sun hat on a hike. An important factor in choosing the best toddler sun hat for maximum sunburn protection and prevention is the fabric used to make it. This is because little ones need adult supervision at all times when they are out in the sun to protect them from overheating and the effects of the harsh sunlight.