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Showing posts with label baby banz. Show all posts
Showing posts with label baby banz. Show all posts
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
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Tuesday, August 2, 2011
The Medical Minute: Protecting kids' eyes from the sun
The Medical Minute: Protecting kids' eyes from the sun
Tuesday, August 2, 2011By Marianne E. Boltz
It’s summer vacation time! Moms and Dads everywhere are busily shopping for that highly anticipated week at the beach or campground. What one item is on most everyone’s list? Sunscreen. We all know the importance protecting children’s delicate skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays. But what many parents forget are the short- and long-term effects of the sun on children’s developing eyes. Even the most diligent mom or dad who may remember to pack sunglasses for the kids at the beach all too often forget about the other 51 weeks of the year when their kids are outside playing. A staggering statistic: the World Health Organization reports that about 80 percent of exposure to UV light occurs before age 18.
Long-term exposure to UV radiation can be serious. Research has shown that exposure to small amounts of UV radiation over a period of many years increases the chance of developing cataracts and may cause damage to the retina, the nerve-rich lining of the eye that is responsible for our sharp vision. Long-term exposure to the blue and violet portion of the solar spectrum has been implicated as a risk factor for macular degeneration, especially for individuals who are “sun sensitive” with pale complexions. Chronic UV exposure can also cause skin cancer of the eyelids and skin around the eyes. A more immediate type of sun damage to the eye is photokeratitis, a painful burn of the eye's surface causing symptoms such as red eyes, a foreign body sensation or gritty feeling in the eyes, extreme sensitivity to light and excessive tearing.
In addition to having children wear a hat or cap with a wide brim while outdoors, there are several things to keep in mind when discussing sun protection for children. Polycarbonate lens material always is a good idea for prescription or nonprescription sunglasses, as it is considered a “safety” material, particularly important for active children. Photochromic or Transitions lenses, those that darken when outdoors, can be an especially convenient and effective option for children who normally wear glasses on a full-time basis. Lastly, it is never too soon to start having children wear sun protection: infants and toddlers are particularly sensitive to bright light and the damaging rays of the sun. In general, parents of infants 6 months and younger should not expose them to direct sunlight. Children age 6 to 36 months should wear infant or toddler-sized sunglasses such as Baby Banz, which are available in specialty optical shops or online. These have a comfortable, wrap-around neoprene band attached to the front frame and lenses which provides a secure fit for an infant’s small facial features and head.
The American Optometric Association offers the following recommendations when purchasing sunglasses for children or adults:
-- Don’t be misled by faulty UV claims or labeling. Buy sunglasses where there is equipment available to check the lenses’ UV protection capabilities. Price alone cannot guarantee quality UV protection.
-- Check lenses to be sure the tint is uniform, not darker in one area than another and free of distortions.
-- Be sure the lenses block enough light. If you can see your eyes easily through the lenses, they probably are not dark enough.
-- At a minimum, look for sunglasses that block at least 99 percent of both UV-A and UV-B radiation, screen out 75 percent to 90 percent of visible light, and are gray for proper color recognition.
-- If possible, choose a wrap-around sunglass frame -- these provide added side protection from bright light and UV radiation.
The old saying holds true: “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Your children will thank you in years to come for protecting such an amazing gift as their eyes and vision. And, really, what’s one more thing to add to your shopping list? Enjoy your summer vacation!
Marianne E. Boltz, O.D., FAAO, is a pediatric optometrist and assistant professor of ophthalmology at Penn State Hershey Eye Center.
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Baby Banz launches Sun Screen for Kids
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Monday, May 23, 2011
CLOSED: Thanks Dad and Baby Banz June Giveaway!! ends 6/10/11
Baby Banz and Thanks Dad June Giveaway!
Thanks Dad is teaming up with Baby Banz for a new giveaway!
"Say Thanks, Dad and get some cool glasses for you!"
The winner receives a t-shirt or hat of their choice from Thanks Dad AND Sunglasses and a Case from Baby Banz!
"Say Thanks, Dad and get some cool glasses for you!"
The winner receives a t-shirt or hat of their choice from Thanks Dad AND Sunglasses and a Case from Baby Banz!
Baby Banz were originally designed in Australia for one of the world’s toughest UV environments. Clinically tested by one of the world’s leading authorities on sunglasses, Baby Banz have passed the most stringent standards on sunglasses in the world! A testament to their outstanding quality, Baby Banz has been endorsed by the Melanoma International Foundation, Vision Australia, InfantSEE and the Cancer Society of Australia. In addition, Baby Banz has been recognized by iParenting Media, the Toy Man, Creative Child Magazine, The New Parents Guide and hordes of other media outlets as the Ultimate in Children's Sun Protection. Get your child the protection they need for their eyes, without sacrificing an ounce of comfort or style.
Thanks Dad apparel and accessories is a great way to say “Thanks Dad” for those unique experiences shared by a father and his child. Riding bikes, reading stories, flying kites, going places, taking hikes, playing catch, doing chores: these moments are filled with love, learning and joy. They stay in our hearts forever but fade from memory far too soon. A gift from Thanks Dad keeps them fresh and near. It captures the spirit of those wonderful moments and says much more than “Thanks Dad!” it says, “I love you”. All Thanks Dad shirts are made from the highest quality, 100% cotton and are produced in the USA. They can be purchased individually or in quantity to suit any need.
Check out some of our designs and… be inspired!
*Note from Shari @BabyBanz - Our kids got my husband one of the "Beach" shirts pictured here for chrstmas - it was a great way to say "Thanks,Dad" for all of their new experiences here in Hawaii with Dad at the beach. He loves it, and it's a sentimental design without all those sometimes cheesy and over-the-top "#1 Dad" cartoons so he can wear it proudly in public.
Check out some of our designs and… be inspired!
*Note from Shari @BabyBanz - Our kids got my husband one of the "Beach" shirts pictured here for chrstmas - it was a great way to say "Thanks,Dad" for all of their new experiences here in Hawaii with Dad at the beach. He loves it, and it's a sentimental design without all those sometimes cheesy and over-the-top "#1 Dad" cartoons so he can wear it proudly in public.
You will win your choice of (1) Adventure Banz and (1) Sunglasses Case as well as your choice of a shirt or Hat from Thanks Dad.
How to enter:
Take a look around BabyBanz.com and Thanks-Dad and tell us what you would choose if you won with what size and color! (2 entries)
Tweet about the giveaway by copying and pasting the following text-
RT @babybanz @thanksdad Say "Thanks, Dad!" this father's Day with Baby Banz! Giveaway ends 6/10, {http://tinyurl.com/3hu2dwl}
You may tweet the giveaway as many times as you like, but there is only one entry per tweet. Please leave the permalink of your tweet in your comment.
Blog about the giveaway, linking to Baby Banz and Thanks-Dad. Then come back and leave a comment letting us know that you did. You must leave the direct link to your post! (5 entries)
Make a purchase before June 10th from Baby Banz or Thanks-Dad (10 entries)Please note to get all of your entries counted, for each thing that you do you MUST leave a separate comment for each entry! Example, if you do something that gives you 3 entries you must leave three comments to get those 3 entries. If you do not leave separate comments per entry then your comment will be counted as one entry except where indicated. We do check every entry to make sure that you did what the entry required. Your entry can and will be deleted if you do not follow the entry rules listed above.
Contest open to US residents only. Must be 18 years of age to enter. Contest ends 6/10/11 at 11:59 CST. Winners will be chosen by Random.org at the end of the contest and notified via email as well as posted on our site. Please make sure that your email address is obtainable by Baby Banz Inc. Winner has 48 hours to claim their prize before Baby Banz Inc chooses another winner. Family members of Baby Banz Inc and Thanks Dad are ineligible to enter in any of our contests.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Friday, June 18, 2010
Baby Banz UPF Swimwear on Parents Magazine Cover!
Check out the July issue of Parents Magazine to see our 2010 UPF 50+ Rash top in Blue Sea Turtle featured!
Also - in the June issue of Parents, our new Swim Goggles were featured as a summer swim must-have!
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
May Giveaway Winner Announced!
Baby Banz and Gift Hero May Giveaway!
GiftHero.com, one of the coolest gifting sites for kids on the web, is teaming up with Baby Banz for a fun summer giveaway!
"Safe Fun in the Sun"
"Safe Fun in the Sun"
CONGRATS to: Domestic Diva Comment #21
You have won your choice of (1) Adventure Banz and (1) UV Sun Hat as well as the outdoor Ring Toss game in Gift Hero's signature blue bag.
- I like the long-sleeve UV rash guards and the Animal Alphabet Blocks and Books
- May 4, 2010 5:01 PM
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