Babies look adorable in sunglasses. In fact, babies look adorable in anything, but when you dress them up in accessories that are superfluous and mature, they look like the little, tiny people it’s easy to forget they are. Baby sunglasses come in many shapes, and it’s not uncommon to find heart-shaped, shamrock-shaped, cat-shaped, or star-shaped shades to show off your baby’s style. The best part is that your baby might actually like them. If your little one is old enough to try emulating you, he or she will be proud to pull off the same look as you. However, sunglasses can be more than just a miniature fashion accessory.

Your baby’s eyes are sensitive to ultra-violet light. The sooner you start protecting your child’s eyes from the sun’s harmful rays, the less likely he or she will be to develop problems associated with sun exposure, such as vision loss. That means it’s actually a great idea to spruce up your baby’s outfit with some colorful shades. However, you should choose wisely. Studies show that cheap sunglasses without UV protection can actually damage your baby’s eyes more than they would be damaged without any shades at all. As you can imagine, there are many baby sunglasses in stores that are made purely for style and provide absolutely no protection. When babies wear these, their pupils dilate because they are shaded, but the sun’s rays still fully make their way into their eyes.