We live in New England so I'm just starting to think about beach gear for our LO. She's 5 months now, so she'll be old enough for sunscreen soon, but I'm trying to imagine applying it on a squirming, sand-covered infant and I'm not looking forward to it.

I used to think they looked ridiculous, but I am starting to look at those fullbody swimsuits for baby. I'm thinking about this kind: http://www.coolibar.com/03704b.html or maybe a two-piece with a long sleeved top and a swim diaper cover for the bottom.

Does anyone have any advice about swimsuits? These full-coverage suits look like they would be HOT, but I don't know! LO is very fair and blond so I want to make sure she's as protected as possible.

Also, we have a Kidco Peapod tent, but the instructions say it does not offer full sun protection. Any recommendations on a good place for baby to sleep/play on the beach?