The Best Bug Spray for Babies and Kids

Wondering what’s the best baby-safe bug spray out there? Get all the deets here.

Spending time with your little ones in the Great Outdoors is wonderful—that is, until the mosquitoes come out to play. No parent wants to see their kids covered in itchy bug bites, but if you happen to be in an area where insect-related diseases are an issue, keeping bugs at bay becomes an important health concern. Which is why parents consider bug spray a medicine cabinet must-have. But what’s the best bug spray for babies and kids? Here’s what to know about baby-safe bug spray, plus our top picks for mosquito repellent for babies and kids.

Read the full article by Ashlee Neuman on the Bump's website here.

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October 24, 2024

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