Why Baby Banz Ear Muffs Are the Best Choice for Protecting Your Baby’s Hearing?

Protecting Little Ears with Big Innovation

In June 1995, South Africa was hosting the Rugby World Cup final, and the excitement was electrifying. We had a huge gathering that day, and as a mother of a 4-month-old infant, I had no choice but to bring him along—there was simply no way to find a babysitter because everyone was watching the game! It was a historic moment, with the entire country united in anticipation.

As the final minutes approached, the tension in the air was immense. When the match was won, the crowd erupted—hundreds of people banging on metal tables in pure celebration. The noise was deafening. In that moment, all I could think about was my baby’s sensitive ears.

Back then, there were no hearing protection earmuffs available, or if they were, I certainly didn’t know about them. I don’t remember the last moments of that legendary game at all—what I do remember is frantically cupping my hands and wrapping a blanket over my baby’s ears, trying to muffle the overwhelming sound.

How much more I would have enjoyed one of the most exciting moments in South African history if I had earmuffs to protect his ears! Parents today are fortunate to have products that simply didn’t exist when I was a young mother—and one of those is Baby Banz Ear Muffs.

As parents, we want to protect our little ones from harm—whether it’s ensuring they’re safe in the sun, warm in the cold, or shielded from loud, potentially damaging noises. From concerts and sporting events to fireworks and flights, our babies are often exposed to high noise levels. That’s where Baby Banz Ear Muffs come in—providing reliable, safe, and fontanelle-friendly hearing protection for infants and toddlers.

The Baby Banz Difference: Comfort and Safety First

When choosing ear protection for your baby, comfort, safety, and certification are key. Baby Banz has been a trusted name in baby and child hearing protection for years, setting the standard in quality and safety. Here’s why Baby Banz remains the best choice:

Fontanelle-Friendly Design – Baby Banz baby ear muffs are designed to be lightweight, gentle, and exert only 4N of pressure over the head, ensuring that they do not place undue pressure on the soft spot (fontanelle). Parents can rest assured that these earmuffs are suitable for even the youngest infants.
Certified Safety & Industry-Leading Standards – Unlike many competing brands, Baby Banz meets strict European (EN 352-1:2020, EU Regulation 2016/425) and North American (ANSI) safety standards. They also carry a genuine CE/UKCA mark. These certifications confirm the highest levels of protection and reliability.
No Harmful Materials – Made without PVC, BPA, lead, or phthalates, Baby Banz ear muffs are created with baby-safe materials, giving parents confidence in their child’s protection.
A Secure Yet Comfortable Fit – Featuring soft, plush foam cups and an adjustable headband, these earmuffs provide a snug but pressure-free fit around a baby’s ears.
Designed to Grow with Your Baby – Officially suitable for 3 months up to 36 months, many parents have used these ear muffs on infants from 6 weeks old. Baby Banz earmuffs are adjustable, ensuring long-term value and use.
Trusted by Parents Worldwide – With thousands of positive reviews from parents across the globe, Baby Banz is a brand that families rely on time and time again.
Ear Muffs Introduced to the World in 2015 – Research proved that hearing protection was exceptionally important for babies and children, and Baby Banz introduced ear muffs to its range. But not without doing extensive research and achieving certifications to set parents minds at ease.

Addressing the Fontanelle-Friendly Concern

Some products in the market claim that traditional overhead earmuffs apply too much pressure to a baby’s head. However, these claims often compare baby earmuffs to models designed for older children, creating a misleading narrative.

The facts:

Baby Banz earmuffs exert just 4N of pressure, which is well within the safe range for infants.
Thoroughly tested and baby-certified, they ensure both comfort and protection without causing strain on a baby’s soft spot.
Unlike some alternative designs that shift or slide over a baby’s face, Baby Banz earmuffs stay securely in place without posing a strangulation or suffocation risk.

What Parents Are Saying

Real-world feedback from parents consistently highlights Baby Banz’s superior comfort and effectiveness:

“We used these at a loud wedding, and our baby slept soundly throughout. They fit perfectly and didn’t put pressure on his head.”

“Tried another brand first, but they kept slipping over our baby’s eyes. Baby Banz stayed in place and felt much better quality.”

“Love that these earmuffs are BPA and PVC-free. Safety is our top priority, and these deliver!”

“This was definitely worth the purchase. It served its purpose 100%. It is adjustable too to make it comfortable. We took him to a rugby match in Durban, SA, the crowd was very loud and the music even more and he slept through most of the game. The earmuffs definitely muffle the noise to make it safe for baby to go along.”

“Great product!!!! The muffs are well fitting and worked like a charm. My son was able to sleep during his flight whilst they were on.”

“My 8-month-old son had his first flight with these. He was really comfortable as it helped with the noise and the altitude pressure. Good quality and very comfortable.”

“This is such a lekker product. It allowed us to enjoy a rock show with baba joining us. Is it so easy to use and looks super cute. Baby Banz Mini Earmuffs is life after baby. Will recommend this to all parents.”

“Already fits my 11-week-old baby well.”

“I got the earphones for my 8-month-old to come to a gig I played. Fantastic product, she was not bothered by the loud music at all. She ended up falling asleep later that night while the music was still playing at the show. Quality is very high end, and I can see her getting a good couple of years use out of the unit. Would highly recommend 10/10!!!”

Style Meets Functionality

Not only are Baby Banz earmuffs designed for comfort and protection, but they also come in a wide range of colours and patterns to match your baby’s personality. From classic solid shades to fun, quirky prints, there’s a Baby Banz design for every little adventurer. Whether your baby loves bold colours, soft pastels, or funky patterns, Baby Banz offers variety like no other.

Check out the full range of stylish options here!

Give Your Baby the Best Protection

When it comes to safeguarding your baby’s hearing, don’t settle for anything less than certified, parent-approved protection. Baby Banz Ear Muffs offer unmatched quality, comfort, and safety—ensuring your little one is protected in noisy environments without discomfort.

Shop Baby Banz Ear Muffs for infants and toddlers today and give your baby the best in hearing protection!

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Caring for Baby’s Eyes

Baby & Children’s Vision

Did you know that 1 out of every 4 children suffers from vision problems that interfere with learning? Children with uncorrected vision conditions or eye health problems face many barriers in life, academically, socially, and athletically. High-quality eye health care can break down these barriers and help enable your children to reach their highest potential! As a parent, make sure you are giving your children the eye health care they need. Presented are guidelines from the American Optometric Association.

Infant’s Vision

Your baby has a whole lifetime to see and learn. But did you know your baby also has to learn to see? As a parent, there are many things that you can do to help your baby’s vision develop.

When your baby is about six months old, consider taking him to an optometrist for his/her first InfantSEE eye examination. This program provides an eye health evaluation at no charge for children up to 1 year. Testing will be done for excessive or unequal amounts of nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, lack of eye movement ability, as well as other eye health problems. These problems are not common, but it is important to identify children who have them at this stage. Vision development and eye health problems can be more easily corrected if treatment is begun early.

During the first 4 months

Your baby should begin to follow moving objects with the eyes and reach for things, first by chance and later more accurately, as hand-eye coordination and depth perception begin to develop. To help, use a nightlight or other dim lamp in your baby’s room; change the crib’s position frequently and your child’s position in it; keep reach-and-touch toys within your baby’s focus, about eight to twelve inches; talk to your baby as you walk around the room; alternate right and left sides with each feeding; and hang a mobile above and outside the crib.

From 4-8 months

Your baby should begin to turn from side to side and use his or her arms and legs. Eye movement and eye/body coordination skills should develop further and both eyes should focus equally. Enable your baby to explore different shapes and textures with his or her fingers; give your baby the freedom to crawl and explore; hang objects across the crib; and play “patty cake” and “peek-a-boo” with your baby.

From 8-12 months

Your baby should be mobile now, crawling and pulling himself or herself up. He or she will begin to use both eyes together and judge distances and grasp and throw objects with greater precision. To support development do not encourage early walking – crawling is important in developing eye-hand-foot-body coordination; give your baby stacking and take-apart toys; and provide objects your baby can touch, hold, and see at the same time.

From 1-2 years

Your child’s eye-hand coordination and depth perception will continue to develop and he or she will begin to understand abstract terms. Things you can do are encourage walking; provide building blocks, simple puzzles and balls; and provide opportunities to climb and explore indoors and out. There are many other affectionate and loving ways in which you can aid your baby’s vision development. Use your creativity and imagination. Ask your doctor to suggest other specific activities.

Pre-School Vision

During infant and toddler years, your child has been developing many vision skills. In the preschool years, this process continues, as your child develops visually guided eye-hand-body coordination, fine motor skills, and the visual motor skills necessary to learn to read.

As a parent, you should watch for signs that may indicate a vision development problem, including:

a short attention span for the child’s age
difficulty with eye-hand-body coordination in ball play and bike riding
avoidance of coloring and puzzles and other detailed activities

There are everyday things that you can do at home to help your preschooler’s vision develop as it should. These activities include:

reading aloud to your child and letting him or her see what you are reading
providing a chalkboard, finger paints and different shaped blocks and showing your child how to use them in imaginative play
providing safe opportunities to use playground equipment like a jungle gym and balance beam
allowing time for interacting with other children and for playing independently.

By age 3

Your child should have a thorough optometric eye health examination to make sure your preschooler’s vision is developing properly and there is no evidence of eye disease. If needed, your doctor can prescribe treatment including glasses and/or vision therapy to correct a vision development problem.

Here are several tips to make your child’s optometric eye health examination a positive experience:

Make an appointment early in the day
Allow about one hour
Talk about the examination in advance and encourage your child’s questions
Explain the examination in your child’s terms, comparing the E chart to a puzzle and the instruments to tiny flashlights and a kaleidoscope

Unless recommended otherwise, your child’s next eye health examination should be at age five. By comparing test results of the two examinations, your doctor can tell how well your child’s vision is developing for the next major step. . .into the school years.

School-Age Vision

A good education for your child means good schools, good teachers and good vision. Your child’s eyes are constantly in use in the classroom and at play. So when his or her vision is not functioning properly, learning and participation in recreational activities will suffer. The basic vision skills needed for school use are:

Near Vision: The ability to see clearly and comfortably at 10-13 inches.
Distance Vision: The ability to see clearly and comfortably beyond arms reach.
Binocular coordination: The ability to use both eyes together.
Eye movement skills: The ability to aim the eyes accurately, move them smoothly across a page and shift them quickly and accurately from one object to another.
Focusing skills: The ability to keep both eyes accurately focused at the proper distance to see clearly and the change focus quickly.
Peripheral awareness: The ability to be aware of things located to the side while looking straight ahead.
Eye/hand coordination: The ability to use the eyes and hands together.

If any of these or other vision skills is lacking or does not function properly, your child will have to work harder. This can lead to headaches, fatigue and other eyestrain problems. As a parent, be alert for symptoms that may indicate your child has a vision or visual processing problem. Be sure to tell your doctor if your child frequently:

Loses their place while reading
Avoids close work
Holds reading material closer than normal
Tends to rub their eyes
Has headaches
Turns or tilts head to use one eye only
Makes frequent reversals when reading or writing
Uses finger to maintain place when reading
Omits or confuses small words when reading
Consistently performs below potential

Since vision changes can occur without you or your child noticing them, your child should visit an optometrist at least every two years, or more frequently, if specific problems or risk factors exist. If needed, doctors can prescribe treatment including eyeglasses, contact lenses or vision therapy. Remember, a school vision or pediatrician’s screening is not a substitute for a thorough eye health examination.

Source: https://www.afvcweb.com/eye-health/childrens-vision.html

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6 Key Points Regarding Hearing Protection

The importance of protecting children’s hearing in noisy situations with earmuffs is a recent phenomenon and 6 key points to bear in mind when looking at hearing protection.

Point 1: Is hearing protection good for my child?

The designers of Banz earmuffs know that if you needed to get your child’s attention urgently and they couldn’t hear you, it would be dangerous – and putting babies and children into a ‘cone of silence’ would be upsetting, especially to very young ones.
As total noise cancelling is impractical, Banz earmuffs reduce loud, damaging noise to a safe level – and let softer sounds, such as speech, be heard. Sensitive Care. Sensible Choice” is Banz Carewear motto

Point 2: Should earmuffs be worn over a beanie or hoodie?

We recommend adjusting your child’s earmuffs to fit correctly before putting them on over the ears, THEN put the hat or beanie over the top. The reason is that the earmuffs can’t seal properly over the ears and there could be “sound leak”. An opinion from David Welch, head of the Audiology Department at the University of Auckland, says: ” Make sure babies are not wearing hats when you put the earmuffs on. If the cushion cannot seal on the side of the head, the sound can get through and it is amazing how much gets in. It is a real problem we encounter often in adults who work in cold environments and wear woollen hats to keep warm, then don earmuffs on top – the sound just cuts through wool as though it wasn’t there.”

Point 3: Why do the earmuffs need to be specific to baby and kids?

The one need that is different from adults is size, especially babies, the other point is weight as well as the incorrect size earmuffs can’t seal property around the children’s ears so the protection factor is then gone.
Babies heads are softer head than adults, with the fontanelles or ‘soft spots’ yet to close. Adult-size earmuffs put an adult-force grip over the head which can be dangerous, especially for children under two years.
Banz earmuffs, both the Mini size for under 3 years and the Protective size for 3-10+ years, are especially designed to fit correctly – and they will keep up with your child’s growth, as they are adjustable. Importantly, the headband on the Mini Muffs is specially made with a light tension, so the earmuffs won’t put the squeeze on soft baby heads.

Point 4: What is different about Banz hearing protection.

The classic ‘earcups connected by an over-the-head band’ has stood the test of time as earmuffs were invented back in 1873 (for warmth, not for noise reduction). . The specially-designed headband on Banz earmuffs won’t slip – and there’s a lot more technology in a padded Banz headband to keep soft baby heads safe than there is in a piece of stretchy material!
A word on using earplugs for babies and small children: Experts recommend that nothing smaller than an elbow goes into a child’s ear canal, for good reason – trying to fish out an earplug, and especially ear putty, from a super-small baby ear canal is dangerous. Also, earplugs are a choking hazard for small children.

Point 5: What is the cleaning protocol?

To clean your Banz earmuffs simply wipe over the set with a cloth dampened by mild soap and water. Recommended after each wear.

Point 6 : What about using the correct size for my little one?

Banz earmuffs give an age recommendation as a guide. Every child is different and some will need to update their earmuffs to the larger Protective Earmuffs size a bit earlier than others. Once the earcups on the sliding adjustment of your child’s Mini Muffs are sitting at the bottom of the band, it’s time to consider upsizing for the near future – their age doesn’t matter.

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How Quality Sunglasses Can Help Your
Child Develop a Lifetime of Sun
Protection Habits

How Quality Sunglasses Can Help Your Child Develop a Lifetime of Sun Protection Habits

A nice post by Banz which talks about highlighting the one thing we overlook when protecting our little ones from the harmful rays of the sun and that is …. the eyes.

Your eyes, and baby’s eyes, need protection from the sun, too. Simply squinting or wearing a hat won’t cut it. That’s why it’s important to start teaching your child the importance of
wearing sunglasses early on in life.

Not only will it protect their eyes from harmful UV rays, but it can also help develop a lifetime of sun protection habits.

We know that getting children to wear anything they don’t want to wear can be a real challenge. But with the right approach and the right sunglasses, it can be done. Let’s take a look at how quality sunglasses can help your child develop a lifetime of sun protection habits.

First and foremost, it’s important to choose the right sunglasses for your child. Not all sunglasses are created equal, and some may even do more harm than good. Cheap sunglasses
may not offer adequate protection from UV rays and could actually cause more harm than good by dilating the pupils and allowing more UV light in.

That’s why we recommend looking for brands like Banz Australia for quality sunglasses that are specifically designed for children. Banz Australia is known for their line of Banz Baby
products, including, Banz Baby Swimwear, Banz UPF 50+ bucket hats, and Banz Kids Hearing Protection Earmuffs, to name a few.

These products are made with the highest quality materials and provide superior protection from the sun’s harmful rays.

Once you have the right sunglasses for your child, it’s time to start using them as part of your daily routine.

Make it a habit to always wear sunglasses when you’re outside, and make sure your child does the same. It may take some coaxing at first, but over time, wearing sunglasses
will become second nature to your child.

Another way to help your child develop a lifetime of sun protection habits is to lead by example. Children model their behavior after their parents, so if they see you wearing sunglasses and taking sun protection seriously, they will be more likely to do the same.

It’s also important to make wearing sunglasses fun for your child. Let them pick out their own pair of sunglasses and make a big deal out of it. Encourage them to wear their sunglasses by pointing out how cool they look. You can even make a game out of it by seeing who can keep their sunglasses on the longest or spotting other people wearing sunglasses.

In addition to protecting your child’s eyes from UV rays, wearing quality sunglasses can also prevent other eye problems like cataracts and macular degeneration later in life. By starting early and instilling good sun protection habits in your child, you’re setting them up for a lifetime of healthy eyes.

In conclusion, protecting your child’s eyes from the harmful rays of the sun is crucial. By choosing quality sunglasses from brands like Banz Australia and making it a part of your daily routine, you can help your child develop a lifetime of sun protection habits. So the next time you head outside, don’t forget to grab your sunglasses – and make sure your child does too!

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Banz Earmuffs – Noise Defenders

All Banz earmuffs feature Class 4 protection; this is only one rating less than industrial-strength earmuffs worn in workplaces. A big Class 4 rating gives excellent protection for kids’ hearing.

Banz Earmuffs meet the following international standards:

AS/NZS 1270:2002 – the Australian and New Zealand safety standard for earmuffs – Class 4. Under this standard, the class is an easy way to choose a hearing protector appropriate to a noise exposure. The standard rates hearing protection into five classes, with Class 1 being the lowest level of protection and Class 5 being the highest level.
ANSI S3.19 – S3.19 is the standard introduced by the American standards body ANSI to regulate hearing protection devices; Banz earmuffs meet this standard, as well as
EN352-1: 1993 – the European Standard for hearing protection and hearing protectors. Banz earmuffs also carry the CE mark (which stands for Conformité Européene, and means they conform to European standards).

A word about ‘noise-cancelling’ earmuffs

Banz earmuffs are often referred to online as ‘noise-cancelling’ earmuffs. However, this isn’t correct – Banz earmuffs do their job by reducing loud, damaging noise to a safe level. There’s a very practical reason for this – the designers of Banz earmuffs know that if you need to get your child’s attention urgently, and they couldn’t hear you, it would be dangerous. Also, putting babies and children into a ‘cone of silence’ would be upsetting, especially to very young ones.

Quiet sounds, such as speech, can still be heard when wearing Banz earmuffs. So don’t let the kids fool you by saying they can’t hear you while wearing their Banz earmuffs!

Heard about it? Earmuffs specs demystified

Banz earmuffs have these specifications:

Weight: 142 grams
Single Noise Ratio (SNR): 26 dB (decibels)
Noise Reduction Rating (NRR): 31 dB
Mean Attenuation @ 500 Hz (hertz): 25.7dB
Mean Attentuation @ 1000Hz: 35.2dB

Decibels (dB) – are a unit of measurement for sound density.

Single Noise Ratio (SNR) – the SNR can be used to compare the level of noise attenuation [or damping] offered by different hearing protectors.

Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) – provides an estimate of the protection of a given device.

In brief, an NRR or SNR rating indicates the level that a noise can be reduced to by wearing a hearing protection device. Banz earmuffs feature one of the best ratings for baby and children’s earmuffs available in New Zealand.

Attenuation – is the damping of sound, which diminishes the volume and quality of the sound wave.

Mean attenuation– or average damping – is noted at different sound levels, as above.

Safety standards aren’t the most scintillating subject, but it is an important one when it comes to feeling comfortable about the products you put on your kids. An informed buyer makes a powerful personal choice and, at Banz Carewear, it’s important to us that our customers know they’re getting the best.

This blog is compliments from our Baby Banz New Zealand

Protecting Little Ears with Big Innovation

The Baby Banz Difference: Comfort and Safety First

Addressing the Fontanelle-Friendly Concern

The facts:

What Parents Are Saying

Style Meets Functionality

Check out the full range of stylish options here!

Give Your Baby the Best Protection

Shop Baby Banz Ear Muffs for infants and toddlers today and give your baby the best in hearing protection!

Banz Baby Earmuffs

For More Information:

Baby & Children’s Vision

Infant’s Vision

During the first 4 months

From 4-8 months

From 1-2 years

Pre-School Vision

By age 3

School-Age Vision

The importance of protecting children’s hearing in noisy situations with earmuffs is a recent phenomenon and 6 key points to bear in mind when looking at hearing protection.

For More Information:

How Quality Sunglasses Can Help Your Child Develop a Lifetime of Sun Protection Habits

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