Straw Lifeguard Hats: Sun-Safe Style for Every Age 🌞

Kids wearing straw lifeguard hats in baby, toddler, and youth sizes playing together on the beach.

The straw lifeguard hat is back in stock—now in three kids’ sizes (baby, toddler, and youth) for a dialed-in fit. If your family loves long days at the beach, park, or pool, this surf-inspired essential delivers serious shade and all-day comfort.

Close-up of straw lifeguard hat with wide brim, chin strap, and UPF swimwear on baby

1. Wide-Brim Sun Coverage
The oversized brim helps shield little faces, ears, and shoulders from direct rays—especially during midday. Pair it with a kids’ UPF 50+ rashguard for head-to-toe protection.

2. A Fit for Every Age
No “one size fits all” here—choose from baby, toddler, and youth so each child gets a comfortable, secure fit they’ll actually keep on.

3. Chin Strap for Windy Days
Active play and ocean breezes are no problem. The built-in chin strap helps the hat stay put during sandcastle building, pool time, and stroller rides.

4. Travel-Ready Packing Hack
Straw hats don’t fold—but they are suitcase-friendly with a simple trick: place the hat upside down, then fill the crown with rolled swimwear to help it hold its shape. Toss in swim shorts and an extra rashguard and you’re set.

5. Surf Style, Everyday Practicality
Rooted in Santa Cruz surf culture, this hat looks good on every beach day—and works just as well for parks, sports sidelines, and backyard hangs.

Pro Tip: Build a family “sun kit” with a straw lifeguard hat for each kid, reef-safe sunscreen, and water bottles. Add a backup toddler sun hat to keep your day worry-free.

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