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Summer needs for kids(and adults)☀️⛱️
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items Things I’ve used that have completely worked great over the years. Makes it fun and easy to use, plus some things are reusable!
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Hands on
Must have
Less is MORE
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Products
Work wonders on sensitive skin and haven’t heard complaints of product burning the eyes after getting water in the face.
Kids Sunscreen SPF 70
10/10. Doesn’t always work on everyone but works for us. Great for cookout nights, and summer activities. Keeps the mosquito bites away.
Insect repellant
If the repellent doesnt work for you, make a diy repellent. 1- Dish soap 2- Water. Thats all you need, just spray it on self.
Spray Bottles
Protect your hair, dont regret it later. Use before going into water so it absorbs less salt water, beach water, river water, etc. Anything with water in general, you can apply after showering if you didnt use it beforehand, it will help the dryness ...
Keratin Hair Oil
Hands on
Reusable for every summer. The one in the second image works really well and the water lasts a bit longer than the smaller ones. Its great for kids to distract themselves, and have a water fight at home !!!
Water guns
We get these every summer, its way easier than filling up one by one. We usually get 2-3 packs since our family is really competitive. Used by adults-small kids. Great way to make memories with your little ones and family 🩵.
Water Balloons Filler
A bucket. 😂A little unrealistic, but this is used to put the water balloons in. We get one bucket usually and all run to grab the balloons from there. Get two, just incase, that way no little ones are crying. Also if used at home, we usually fill it...
Large Tub with Handle
Love sports? Love competing? Us too! Fantastic water pool item, can be tossed around, used to play volleyball, even water basketball. Get creative, there is a lot of games for the summer.
Water Bouncing Balls by Waboba
Build a castle. Its never too late for your inner child. Plus, kids love it, avoids seeing them eating sand 😀(they will be too busy building a castle).
Castle Handles
Older kids also need entertainment. Fabulous OG game cant ever go wrong with this one. We play by cash, dares, or just the normal way.
UNO GO Card Game
Must have
Highly recommended, makes it less slippery and river friendly. Don’t have to worry about lost shoes, sandals, etc.
Water Shoes
Head protection if out in the sun for too long. Helps avoid sunburns in the scalp, plus gaining a headache too quick from the sun. Best to keep littles safe, and bright colors help them be spot quick!!!!
Bucket Hats
Adults need protection as well. Many get sunburned quickly do to sensitive skin, this helps having less of a hard time outdoors. Don’t avoid family activities when it can be fun for you as well.
Straw Hats
Summer causes dehydration and thirst. Keep these in the Ice coolers, plus it avoids anyone from passing out👍. #stayhydrated #staysafe #summeriscoming
Pedialyte
Carry these in automobile. Helps kids when riding back home, soothes the sickness feeling or throwing up. Adults might also need one from the tiredness, especially if drinking alc. beverages.
I.V. Electrolyte Pwdr
If you have kids/babies this is really useful. Keeps the fuss away for a little and refreshing in the heat.
Portable fan
Remember that, “what works for others might not work for you”. Here is one of the top best things you need laying around the house. If kids/adult forgot to put sunscreen on and got a sunburn, this will be your best friend. Soothes the skin and stops ...
Aloe vera
Just trust me, it avoids the crying from kids. They get fussy after a long day and keeps the pain away from all the running around. Adults feel the same way, feeling sore ? I did recommend tylenol, CARRY IT !!!!
Tylenol
Less is MORE
Helps toddlers stay floating, doesn’t mean you can turn around. Keep an eye on them, but is great to keep them in the water.
Arm Band Floaties
Dont want to carry a lot of things ? Still make it fun. Safety first and a fun way to enjoy outdoors. This keeps kids on water, we use it to jump on them, relax while floating, or sit on the float ring and watch the view in summer.
Ring floaters
Never really found the use of this but we buy them everytime😂. We use them under arms to swim forward, chicken water fight, and to throw water. Some parents cant carry a lot of stuff, so this can do it and still makes it fun.
Pool Noodles
This is just self explanatory. Safety always comes first, a lot of lives are lost outdoors by a small accident being that kids/adults not knowing how to swim. Nothing to be ashamed of, I, myself cant swim. It’s reusable and makes swimming easier.
Life Vest
Cant go wrong for summer, im sure their might be other snack options depending on what your household needs. We get these for cookouts, rides, trips, etc.
Mix Chips
Different flavors and less expensive version for hot days. A lot of kids ? A lot of juice bottles. They might end up gone in a few hrs though😆. (Always research whats best for you, do to health conditions, allergies, and so on). This is what we use.
Poky Beverage
EXTRAS
Always rely on extra. Carry one in automobile, you might end up needing it. Used for cookouts to sit extra guests, outdoor camping, park cookouts when tables are full, etc.
Folding Chairs
Grilling and bbq is on the list for the summer nights. Portable grills are highly recommended since parks run out of space, grills can be dirty as well. Great for camping and cooking food.
Portable Grill
Portable and fits the produce on table. Helpful to sit and eat when out. Plus it’s beneficial for parties when you have to sit outside.
Folding Table
Good for rinsing hands before eating or sandy feet in the parking lot. Just fill with water.
Lab wash Bottles