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Camping with Kids: Ultimate List of items that have made my life easier camping with kids

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I have camped my whole life. No trailer camping..I'm talking tent camping, no electricity, no showers and no cell service. Once I had my daughter she went on her first camping trip at 3 months old. I have tried all kinds of products and have found my...
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Sleep

Making sure your little one is comfortable and warm at night (or naps) will make or break the camping trip. No one likes being up in the night or having a cranky, over tired kid. 

 
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This bed was  a life saver when camping with my toddler! She loved it so she actually wanted to sleep in it. I also didn't have to worry about her rolling off it.
Inflatable Raised Frame Camping Air Mattress
 
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This is a great item to invest in for your kids if you camp where temps drop at night. the size is 6 months-24 months, so it will last them a while!
Little Mo 40° Baby Sleeping Bag (6-24 Months)
 
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A fitted crib sheet fits perfectly on the inflatable air mattress. I like a flannel one to try and mask the cool air coming up from the ground
Soft Chenille Fitted Crib Sheet 28" x 52"
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This is the sleeping bag I plan to buy for my 3 year old for camping this season
Coleman Kids 50°F Sleeping Bag, Glow in Dark
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Clothing, Shoes and Accessories

You wants your kids in appropriate gear for camping. Again, you don't want a cranky kid. 

 
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If you are camping by a body of water, water shoes are a must. I like these ones because my daughter gets so upset when rocks get stuck in her shoes
Racqua Toddler Baby Non-Slip Quick Dry Water Shoes
 
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If you like to hike, these shoes are great for kids and toddlers.
Mishansha Kids Water Resistant Hiking Boots
 
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When it comes to sandals for kids and toddlers, I recommend crocs everytime. They are easy. Easy to put on, easy to stay on, easy to clean, and they come in fun colors
Crocs Unisex-Child Kids' Classic Clogs
 
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A good UPF sun hat is a must to protect you little ones face, head and neck from the sun. These ones are so cute
JAN & JUL Girl Beach Sun-Hat with Adjustable Strap
 
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This sun hat is great for young babies.
JAN & JUL Sun Soft Baby Cap | Cotton Neck Flap Hat
 
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How cute! Added bonus is the UPF protection!
JAN & JUL UV Swim Shorts & Long Sleeve Shirt
 
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I love a long sleeve swim suit. Means less sunscreen I have to fight to put on my child
JAN & JUL Girls' UV Swim-Suit Rash Guard
 
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If you still have a little one in diapers, these are fantastic reusable swim diapers!
green sprouts Unisex Snap Swim Diaper

Camping Gear

From tents, to chairs, to dishware 

 
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Regardless of how many people you have sleeping in your tent, get the 8 person or bigger. When you have children sleeping in your tent, it means more stuff. My husband, 3 year old daughter and I use this 9 person tent and it still feels cramped
Core 9 Person Instant Cabin Tent, Green
 
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Kids love these chairs!
KABOER Kids Outdoor Folding Chair with Cup Holder
 
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Get your kids their own lanterns that way they don't want to use your good one and waste the batteries
Coleman Kids Adventure Mini LED Lantern
 
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Have fun with shadows in the tent or play flash light tag.
EverBrite 9-LED Flashlight 6-Pack Assorted
 
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If you are camping somewhere warm, a portable fan is great. This fan can hook to a stroller, the side of a playpen or crib, or it can stand alone like a tripod
KIDEE Portable Baby Stroller Fan, Rechargeable