Can you put bug spray on toddlers?

Question

My son is 16 months old and Saturday evening were going to this event at the Zoo and mosquitoes are terrible right now where we live. He has a bug net that goes over his stroller but I know he'll want ot get out and walk some too. Can you put bug spray on a toddler that young? If not what can I use? Thanks!

Answer 1

That a good question with the bug spray.  I don't know for sure if its ok or not.  But can tell you that if you attach a fabric softener sheet like SNUGGLE with fragrance the bugs don't like it and won't come near you.  I learned this camping, as  strange as it sounds.  Have fun at the zoo.    

Answer 2

not spray they sell special bug cream for young children  

Answer 3

i would try skin so soft by avon. it keeps bugs off well. i think it comes in a spray and a lotion.

Answer 4

There are special bug sprays you can buy for children that have a much lower amount of deet than an adult spray has.  If you put an adult spray on a 16 month old, you could kill him.

Answer 5

yes you can test a little spot first so you can see if he or she has a allergic reaction to it

Answer 6

My pediatrician recommended the bug spray that's for families or kids.  I think Off and Cutter both have them, but I don't know which others.  He also recommended not to put it on their forearms so it doesn't get in his eyes.  I spray it on the backs of his legs and clothes and hair.

Answer 7

I've always used bug spray since my daughter was 3 months old (she's now 2), with the approval of my pediatrician.  She just suggested we use the family brands (OFF has one) which are better for children's skin.  I spray it on her legs, shoulders / back and on her arms up to her elbows.  That seems to suffice.  We use it every day in the summer, and it hasn't caused any issues for us.