Green Sprouts Baby Girls Brim Sun Protection Hat

After first purchasing one of these hats for my newborn son, at the recommendation of a local parenting resource center, I have never been without a couple in rotation. They are one of my top 5 MUST HAVE items as a parent. We spend summer weekends on the Cape Cod beaches for up to 8 hours a day, with our now-2 year old. He's never without his iplay hat and he's never sunburned (as a pale blond, half Irish kid that is an accomplishment). This hat covers his head, face and shoulders and fastens securely enough that he will wear it without argument. Not to mention how adorable it is on! I have happily passed on his NB hats and 1 year old hats to my soon-to-be-born nephew, and despite several washings they are in perfect condition. I have a pink NB hat on the registry for my daughter, coming later this summer! One thing worth mentioning: I said that it fit as expected....meaning it fits my son's age/size perfectly, BUT my son has a ginormous head (95-99% all his life). Babies with smaller heads may need a smaller size, though the largeness of the design is intentional to provide extra protection. There is a drawstring to secure it around the head which makes the hats quite adjustable. I would order the appropriate size and know that you will get extended wear from it.

I was looking for an option that would keep the sun out, but stay on my baby's head. This does it all. It has a wide brim, so additional shading such as sunglasses are not necessary. It has a 'cinch" to tighten or loosen it, which is a great option and will grow with the baby. I ordered the infant size and it fits my two month old great, give or take a few months. Not sure it will still fit at 6 months.....but I think the price is good enough, that I will order the next size up by then. If there is any negative about the hat, it would be that brim is a tiny bit too floppy, so I have to readjust it to keep baby's eyes visible. But, that being said, I don't think it would be comfortable for the baby if it weren't as soft and comfy as it is.

Love this hat for my 7 month old! I use sunscreen but when they're so little it just never seems like enough. This hat is awesome. The brim is super wide to give excellent coverage. I purchased the 6-18 mo size and love that the inside can be tightened while her head is on the small side. The tie strings underneath are nice because the tightness is more flexible than a Velcro strap would be. When the hat gets wet the sides do hang down quite a bit, but that's to be expected. The front brim stays up so its not in her eyes. I want her protected more than anything and this does the job! So far she's never even been red from the sun! She does get a sweaty head underneath but hey, it's 90 degrees. We're all sweaty at that point! Great hat.

This cute little UPF sun hat was supposed to be utilitarian. I needed cheap but effective. I checked all the big name companies and they were so much more expensive so I thought I’d give this a try. It’s the same type of hat for breathability, beauty and protection. Why pay more? Perfect for those sunny days for your little one. Actually, I can afford to get it in two colors now! 🤣

I have both this hat as well as two of the flap hats by i play for our daughter. While this hat is definitely cuter, it isn't as functional as the flap hatsbrim tends to flop into her face when wet. This hat is definitely not well suited for the pool or sprinkler unlike the flap hat. This hat is lightweight, cool, and adjustable. I highly recommend getting a size bigger, not because the hat runs small but because it can be made to fit a smaller head thanks to the adjustable cord in the back. It is very durable and can easily withstand being tossed in the washing machine and I'm sure it will last years to come. We've already had it for 6 months and despite being used and washed several dozen times, it is still in perfect condition.

This little hat is perfect for my 15 month old! It’s great for blocking the sun from her face and neck and is still so cute! Love the adjustable back strap to make it fit more snug. The tie straps seems comfortable and she never tries to take the hat off. Also it washes really well and we wash it FREQUENTLY.

I love this hat! It fits true to size. I first purchased for my son for a trip to Florida when he was 8 weeks old and it helped keep the sun out of his eyes while still being lightweight and keeping him cool. He just turned 6 months old and loves going to the pool and wears this hat while floating around. Just as he turned 6 months, this hat became too small and I ordered the next size up, so I would say the sizing is very accurate. His head measures 80th percentile.

This hat is so adorable on my daughter. Fits well and gives great sun protection.