DEET or oil of lemon eucalyptus, on exposed skin. Used as directed, these repellents are safe and effective, even for pregnant and breastfeeding women.
3. Always follow label instructions — some, such as those with permethrin, should be applied to clothing, not to skin, and some aren’t safe for children under age 3.
4. To protect a child, spray the repellent on your hands and then apply, avoiding the child’s hands, eyes, mouth and any cuts or irritated skin.
5. When using sunscreen, apply it before the repellent.
6. Consider covering baby’s stroller with
