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When looking for swimwear for babies and toddlers, look for something that offers full or partial coverage, has UPF 50+ sun protection, a quick-drying material, and snaps or zippers that make changing easier.

We love a baby swimsuit that is easy to put on and take off. It makes it much easier to get ready for the beach or pool - and go to the bathroom (or change a diaper)!

Here are our top picks for swimsuits that your babies and toddlers will WANT to wear without fussing & that offer great sun protection:

Best Swimwear for Baby: Our Overall Pick

SwimZip UPF 50+ Swimsuit: I LOVE that this covers the whole body with UPF 50 protection. Great sun protection for babies under 6 months that can’t wear sunscreen because it provides coverage everywhere! It’s machine washable, easy to take on and off baby, and comes in so many fun prints/colors for baby girls and boys! SwimZip makes matching swimwear for the whole family so there is the option to match siblings!

Best Swimsuit for Baby Girl

RuffleButts Long Sleeve Suit: We love RuffleButts for baby girl swimwear and the ratings say it all - over 9,000 5-star reviews! It has UPF 50+ sun protection for baby (with toddler sizes, too) and snaps at the bottom for easy changing. This is a must-have in swimwear for baby girls to make it simple to change their diapers easily at the pool or beach! The prints and colors offered are so cute for little girls. I love these swimsuits for my daughter!

Best Swimwear for Baby Boy

Simple Joys by Carter’s Baby Boy Swimwear: These are the best swimsuits for baby boy! Not only are they affordable (2 for $30), they offer baby UPF 50+ protection, a quick-drying material, and they zip all the way up - so easy on and off for changing diapers! If you have a sensitive little guy, these swimsuits are also tagless, so no itchy neckline and offer almost full coverage for their sensitive baby skin. They hold up well and are machine washable.

Full Coverage Swimsuits For Baby

JAN + JUL Long Sleeve 1-Piece Rash Guard Jumpsuit: Another great option for baby swimwear with its UPF 50+ protection and full arm and torso coverage. A full-length zipper makes it easy to take on and off and do quick diaper changes!

Upandfast 1-Piece Zipper Bathing Suit: Affordable baby swimwear with a matching sun hat! These don’t have a full-length zipper, but it’s long enough to make changing easier. Lots of patterns offered for baby girls and baby boys that are bright and colorful, and UPF 50+ coverage on the arms and half the legs!

Summer Safety Tip:

When looking for baby and toddler swimwear, keep color in mind! Swimwear with bright colors like electric orange, hot pink, lime green, and bright yellow make your little one easier to spot - especially in crowded places like the beach and pool. In addition, studies show darker or dull colors can be easier to spot underwater. Brighter colors provide parents and lifeguards with higher visibility!

Best Swimwear for Toddler Girls

RuffleButts Rash Guard Swimsuit: The cutest 2-piece for toddler girls that still offers a more modest fit with the long-sleeve rash guard. It provides full coverage on the arms, chest, and torso! Offers UPF 50+ protection and lots of colors and prints to choose from. The two pieces make bathroom breaks or diaper changes much easier. We love Rufflebutts swimwear!

Best Swimsuit for Toddler Boys

Swim Trunks: My son has these and I love the quality! These swim trunks offer UPF 50+ sun protection for toddler boys. The prints are cute and fun, they’re affordably priced, and the company has matching pairs for Dad! What’s really great is they have a comfortable compression liner on the inside instead of the scratchy mesh!

More Great Toddler Bathing Suits

Girls 2-Piece w/Rash Guard: A cute and affordable suit that offers UPF 50 protection and a drawstring waist to create the best fit! Acts like a swimsuit but it’s like wearing a short-sleeve shirt and shorts, so it provides more coverage and a modest fit. Wear it at the beach, the pool, in the sprinkler, or during outdoor water play to stay protected! Great swimwear for toddler girls ages 3 and up!

Simple Joys by Carter’s Girls’ 2-Piece Rash Guard: Another affordable option for toddler girls with stellar reviews. You can’t beat the $17 price tag with the quality offered. Great sun protection on the arms (short and long-sleeved rash guard styles), chest and torso and the 2-piece makes for easier on and off when getting the the bathroom!

JAN + JUL Long-Sleeve Swimwear w/Shorts: This swimwear provides excellent coverage with a long-sleeve rash guard and shorts! The neck comes up high for sun protection but is wide so it’s much easier to put on and take off. It has soft material with UPF 50 protection and the 2 pieces make bathroom breaks or diaper changes much quicker and easy! Bonus: comes with flatlock seams so it’s a great option if you little one has sensory difficulties.

SwimZip Boys’ Rash Guard and Swim Shorts Set: This brand makes great swimwear for babies and toddlers. This set is certified by the Skin Cancer Foundation, meeting the highest standards for sun protection! The long-sleeve rash guard has a full-length zipper, so you never have to take it over your toddler’s head…amazing! The swim shorts have pockets and an adjustable drawstring to customize the fit.

Suiting up for summer? Make sure you have all the best sun protection gear for baby and toddler that we swear by! From hats, to sunscreen, and other sun protection, we have you covered!