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Beach Essentials for Moms
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items As a Jersey Shore native and mom of 3 under 8, I practically live at the beach but beaching with kids can be chaotic. Here's a list of my tried and true faves that make beaching w/ littles and actual enjoyable outing.
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The Set Up
Food & Bev Essentials
Toddler/Kid Must-Haves
The Set Up
I never hit the beach without it! I love that my kids always have a nice shady spot to play in the sand, eat, play games, or relax under. Top 3 beach must-haves!
CoolCabana 5
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These always sell out fast but if you have a Coolcabana this is a must! It's specifically designed to fit underneath so you're not sitting directly on the sand. I prefer this over sitting on towels
Beach Mat
This thing is huge! The best beach blanket for families. This fits under my large CoolCabana and a group of us can comfortable sit and relax. I love that it comes with anchors to stay put on those windier days
WoneNice 10' x 9' Sandproof Beach Blanket
I never leave home for a beach day without my Bose Bluetooth speaker. I need the vibes to be set! Turn on your favorite play list and let the speaker do the talking. Love love love!
Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speaker
The girls that get it get it! You'll need this to haul all of the beach toys, bags, cooler, canopy and the thousand other things you're bringing on to the beach. This one has never done me wrong and the all-terrain wheels make it easier to pull. Bonu...
Ozark Trail All-Terrain Big Bucket Cart Wagon, Height 27", Blue
To carry all the things! I use this to carry my 4 beach towels, sunscreens, bug spray, sunglasses, wallet/keys, hats, and anything else I need to bring. I love that it has pockets to keep my things separate and the mesh design makes it way to find th...
F-color Mesh Beach Tote Bag - 9 Pockets
This keeps all of my valuables dry while we're in the water. It holds my keys, wallet, phone, lip gloss and still has room in case I need to hold anything else. It has triple seal protection plus and additional Velcro seal and let me tell you IT WOR...
HEETA Waterproof Pouch 2 Pack with Strap
THISSS is a absolute must-have for me!! I honestly wear it everywhere during the Summer- pool, beach, water park. It's stylish and the best is that I can wear it without compromising my messy bun aesthetic LOL. I get compliments and “where'd you get ...
FURTALK Women's Wide Brim Straw Sun Hat
I meannn, if you're spending a day at the beach you absoluetly need this to keep your phone, fan, speakers, and whatever else charged.
charmast 10000mAh Portable Charger w/Cables
I purchased these sand chairs for my kids last Summer when they were on sale. They fold up and are lightweight enough for them to carry themselves.
Mainstays Beach Sand Chair, Teal
Chairs can get pricey especially when you have to buy one for the whole family. These are the ones I like and can't beat the price for a set of 2. Best part is the backpack of it all! One less thing you have to hold or lug in the wagon.
Winado Portable 2 Pack Mint Green Steel Folding Adjustable Headrest Beach Chair 929727832100
As a brown-skin girly, this is hands down my favorite sunscreen of all time…and I've tried 5 different Korean brands. This one melts right into my skin and when I say “NO white cast” babyyyy! Yeah, just add to cart
Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture Sunscreen
Need! especially if you have kids. Self-explanatory. Just add it to your cart and thank me later
Beach Sand Remover Wipe Mitt 2026 Trip
My second favorite sunscreen of all time. Another “no white cast” winner and the formula is *chef's kiss*. Would buy this again and again!
Innisfree Daily UV Defense SPF 36 Sunscreen
Protect Your Lips!! That's it. That's the post.
Panama Jack SPF 45 Lip Balm - Flavor Pack
Wipe those hands after playing in the sand and in the ocean because eeeyuuckk! I also like to follow up with a good hand sanitizer spray especially before digging in the cooler or chips bag, etc.
Wet Ones Sensitive Skin Hand & Face Wipes, 40 ct
A good cover-up is essential. I like this one because it's comfortable and still gives beach vibes. And it's cute!
HARHAY Women's Summer Bikini Crochet Coverup
Can you tell I'm a germaphobe?
WipeEssentials Hand Sanitizer Wipes 90ct
Food & Bev Essentials
These are a life save for keeping your drinks safe at the beach! Just place it on top of the sand and sit you drink inside without having to worry about it spilling or tipping over.
Island Genius Starfish Drink Cup Holder
Igloo Profile Hard Coolers
Because it's 85+ degrees outside and you need to keep your drink crisp!
BrüMate Hopsulator Slim Can Cooler 12oz Guava
Need…unless you like your High Noons warm. To each their own lol
TILUCK Skinny Can Cooler, Stainless Steel, 12 oz, Frosted Beige
Love this one because it fits all different sized cans/bottles!
Frost Buddy Universal Can Cooler - 12 & 16 oz
On the pricier side of coolers but love the features of this one! Click the link to check it out. It comes in cute patterns and colors too
BrüTank 35-Quart Rolling Cooler | Blue Agave
Idk about y'all but we snack and eat ALL DAY long! That sun and ocean water will make you hungryyy after while lol. Don't forget the plates!
Amazon Basics Disposable Paper Plates, 100 Ct
Toddler/Kid Must-Haves
This bag is huge. It holds all of the kids' beach toys including 3 beach buckets and a bunch of sand tools. After playing, I toss everything in the bag, then it upside down and shake to get all of the sand out before throwing it in the trunk. Been us...
Afomida Mesh Beach Bag Tote with 2 Balls
Put those phones down and interact! We spend hours at a time at the beach. This is a nice way to pass time and bond with the fam. Everyone loves Uno
UNO Card Game for Kids, Adults & Family Game Night, Original UNO Game of Matching Colors & Numbers
If you're bringing kids, toys are a must (obvi)! These keep my 7 and 8 year old busy for hours at the beach
Click N' Play 18pc Beach Sand Toys Set
If you have toddlers or small children this is a MUST!!! Nobody has time to trek back and forth across hot sand every hour for potty breaks. When my kids were younger this was a life saverrr. The bags are so convenient. Just toss when done and the se...
Jool Baby Portable Potty Chair w/ Bag & 30 Liners
As a Jersey Shore native- you will see people playing this on the sand down the beach. So fun for everyone and especially great for teens & adults.
Spikeball Original Kit 1-Ball Game Set
Another Fun, more affordable Spikeball option
GoSports Slammo Game Set with 3 Balls & Case
Another popular thing you see at the Shore. Keeps those babes in the shade and busy with water play. Throw some of those water toys in and watch them go!
Sun N Splash Baby Tent Pool Blue
Protect those littles! SPF hat always
Baby Sun Hat UPF 50+ Toddler Bucket Hat
Kids 2Pack SPF Hats
Toddler Baby Sun Hat UPF 50+ Adjustable
Just another fun family activity to add if that's your vibe. Very Jersey Shore to see people flying kites on the beach. It's fun to watch too.
Mint's Colorful Life Delta Kite for Kids & Adults
Protect those littles! SPF hat always
Baby Sun Hat UPF 50+ Toddler Bucket Hat