Travel

You’ve got tons of summer activities planned — if you can fit all the baby gear into one massive tote.

Go GaGa Life’s diaper bag will last you through baby-and-me yoga, an afternoon at the water park and a public restroom changing table. The unisex style makes it easy to pass between mom and dad, and the ergonomic design means your shoulder won’t give out by day’s end.

Although your brain might.

Available at gogagalife.com.

How many times have you found yourself unprepared when confronted with sun? Not only is your inner Girl Scout disappointed, but you worry about baby’s unprotected skin.

Throw some of the handy new Baby Silk sunscreen towelettes in your bag. The soft wipes (developed by pediatrician moms) are saturated with a gentle, sweat-proof, broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen that’s safe for young babies (one wipe will cover an infant, though you may want to double up).

When in doubt, sunscreen.

Available at mdmoms.com.

Happy second day of summer! Before you hit the beach with baby in tow, make sure you’ve got all the right sun protection in place. Remember, everyone is at risk: Children especially should guard their sensitive skin, and learn the basics for a lifetime of sun safety.

Sunscreen basics: Look for a broad-spectrum sunscreen that blocks UVA and UVB, with an SPF of at least 15. Apply as much sunscreen as you can — imagine the size a golf ball. Use it on any area that’s exposed to the sun, including chest, ears, hands and around eyes and mouth. Reapply every 90 minutes you’re outside, or after getting wet.

Stay in shade: Adhere to the “shadow rule” — if your shadow is shorter than you, that means the sun is directly overhead. Time to head indoors.

Dress for sun: Even SPF and a T-shirt don’t protect you from the rays. Wear sun-protective clothing, like long-sleeved shirts, pants and even swimsuits that are specially designed to minimize sun exposure. Pick up a sun guard detergent that coats clothing in a UPF protection of 30.

Top it off: Go for a broad-brimmed hat, preferably with a back flap, rather than a baseball cap, to protect the face, ears and neck. Complete the look with dark sunglasses with “Total UV” protection.

See a doctor: Visit a dermatologist for a yearly skin cancer screening. Get examined right away if you notice any moles that itch, bleed or change in size, shape or color, or any skin lesion that doesn’t heel.

Have fun, and play safe.

Whether you’re headed to the beach, the mountains or the in-laws, the dilemma is how to transport all that baby gear. If only you had a stroller in each state.

Micralite’s Toro stroller is — you guessed it — lightweight enough for travel. In fact, it boasts one-handed maneuverability, a sliding seat that goes into a full recline, and an ability to stand when folded (a must for subway-goers). And the new All Terrain Kit lets you convert it in into an SUV-like machine with 12-inch pneumatic tires and a travel case.

One down, 49 to go.

Available at sparkability.net. For more information, visit scichild.com.

As the UV index heats up, you can’t have enough sunscreen. But that “apply 30 minutes before exposure to sun” rule proves difficult, given a squirming toddler’s attention span.

Slather on the SPF quickly: AB Baby’s sunscreen has a moisturizing formula that takes effect immediately, so kids won’t be cooped up inside while waiting for the protection to kick in. Developed by a Manhattan dermatologist, this chemical-free sunscreen is specially formulated for children 6 months and up.

And don’t forget you need some, too.

Available at abskincarestore.com.

Forgetting something? Don’t. Instead of sticking Post-its to every flat surface, tie a Dapper Tag on your diaper bag or stroller. With a pre-made list of baby essentials (sippy cup? check. blankie? check.) you may actually have a shot of getting out the door.

Available at dappertags.com.