Planning a beach day? Don’t just wing it—make it stress-free and fun with these beach essentials. From shade and snacks to toys and transport, this list has everything you need to keep your little ones happy, cool, and entertained while you actually enjoy the sunshine too.
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For the little ones
For the whole family
Mom needs to be comfy too
our tent for littles to rest and play in
Pop Up Beach Tent
Love a good barrier to sit and eat on
Beach Blanket
Love this - Just bought the NAVY one
Soft Sided Coolers: Durable, Leakproof, and Stylish
Get there, with ease!
Beach Carts With Big Wheels For Sand
mesh bag so the sand goes through and you see your things
Mesh Beach Bag
I like a quick spray for me overheating as a reapply and a lotion for the kids
Organic Sunscreen Spray for the Face & Body - COOLA
Get the mineral line for the reef safe options!
Sun Bum : Mineral Sunscreen - Target
Great for the entire family!
Raw Elements Mineral Sunscreen
Eco-friendly packaging for both baby and family
Badger: Sunscreens
Protect your lips with SPF rated by EWG
ATTITUDE Plastic-free Lip Balm SPF 15
Find the best EWG rated lip sunscreen
Top-rated lip balms with SPF | EWG's Guide to Sunscreens
Stainless Steel for the Win!!
Stainless Steel Bento Box
For the little ones
Keep the little ones happy
Needed for the little ones!
Little Disposable Swim Diapers
Keep baby cool (and you too!)
Tripod adjustable Fan
You can put this in your shade tent for the wee little ones comfort and sit beside them
Fisher-Price Portable Baby Dome Bassinet
Everyone is hungry as soon as we get to the beach! These pack up nicely - kids get their own treats and can share
Food Boxes for Kids on the go
Hands-down our favorite cup - we gift it often to new parents!
Rash Guards, always for us! Get the good coverage for baby's skin even under a tent
UPF 50+ SunRash Guards Toddlers
Water shoes! We love them - protect your little feet from sharp objects and hot hot sand
Robeez Baby Shoes
I have my favorites, pick one with a strap! See Mom's travel board if flying and going alone for my packing list too. These straps are essential and great for gifts! Check them out here
Kids Sun Hats
Kids love a hooded towel to sit in
Hooded Beach Towels
LOVE our Skip-hop and it's lasted for years!
Portable Changing Mats | Skip Hop | Free Shipping
My favorite so far for my babies
Thinkbaby | Safe Baby Sunscreen, Organic Bath Care, & More
Swim Diaper with 15% off if you are new and sign up to swim outlet
