some summertime favorites of mine as a mom of 2 kiddos who love the water 💦 ! I have a 3 and 6 year old so I’ve had a few summers to figure out what I swear by! 💕
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APPAREL
BAG MUST HAVES
FUN AT HOME
LUNCH ON THE GO
APPAREL
Some must haves for summer!
Save money by getting a reusable diaper! Amazon and Target have multiple patterns for boys and girls. Machine washable.
Green Sprouts Baby Girls Pull-up Swim Diaper
SUNNIES! These stay on well because of the croakie. Some days it’s just way too bright outside 😂😂😂
Polarized Baby Sunglasses With Strap 0-24M
Essential for toddlers and kids!! We get a new pair every year. Perfect summer shoe!!!
Kids' Shoes: Clogs, Sneakers, Sandals, & More
Sun hats!! A must. Protect their face :) my kids hated hats but I always had to force them on hahah
Toddler Baby Sun Hat UPF 50+ Adjustable
Beach/ pool coverup! Sometimes it’s just easier to toss this on and just wait the change them in the car or at home! 🏠
Toddler Girl Swim Cover Up Beach Towel Robe
Easy cover up for the pool or beach! 🏖️ My kids love the hoods
Hooded Kids Beach Towel Dinosaur Navy 24x23
BAG MUST HAVES
I keep my summer bag stocked for pool and beach trips.
I love my scout bag!! Lasts forever! I’ve had mine for yearsssss and it’s still got a ton of life left.
SCOUT Original Deano Tote Large - Lightweight Beach Bag
Wet bags to toss in the diaper bag for quick changing! Keeps the rest of your bag from getting wet and dirty.
Tiny Twinkle 2-Pack Waterproof Wet Bags
for when it’s hot. We kept ours on our stroller. Also great for lake days to keep bugs away.
Portable Mini Stroller Fan, 3-Speed, Black
Love this brand! Mineral based sunscreen. 🧴 You can also find it at local health store like Whole Foods
Badger Kids Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40, 2.9oz
For snacks :) moms, you know we can’t go anywhere without em!
DYSHAYEN Chenille Letter Clear Zipper Pouch
We have tons of bugs here in the south! I like these ingredients best.
Babyganics Insect Spray 2oz Plant Oils
I personally haven’t used this product but I have a friend who says she does and recommends it!!!!
Solar Buddies Pink Sunscreen Applicator - Refillable Roll-On Sponge
Face stick! So much easier to use the face stick. I feel like the lotion ends up getting in their eyes if i don’t use a stick
Badger Kids Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+35 Combo
I also really like this brand of sunscreen. The face stick is my favorite. Easy and goes on clear
Sun Bum Kids SPF 50 Clear Face Stick Sunscreen
For the beach or lake!! Foldable to save space in your beach bag! Easy to wash and keep clean.
JOYIN Foldable Beach Buckets 3-Pack w/Shovels
FUN AT HOME
We live kind of far from town so we have lots of home days!
we love these!! easy to hold and you can buy the cheap giant jugs from Walmart to refill those as they run out.
Little Kids Fubbles No-Spill Mini Bubble Tumbler 3 Pack
For days at home! My kids love to run through the splash pad at home when we don’t go anywhere on some summer days.
SplashEZ 3-in-1 Splash Pad & Toddler Pool
These are heaven sent! Prevents the sticky melted popsicle from dripping.
5 pcs Drip Free Silicone Popsicle Holders
For holding popsicles to keep their little fingers from going numb!
10 Pack Reusable Neoprene Ice Pop Sleeves
To cool off at home! My kids love these! Amazon has some smaller ones as well. This is one of the bigger ones!
Step2 Rain Showers Splash Pond Water Table
I want to get this so badly!! Can’t afford it right now but my kids would love this. Just make sure you clean it often so it doesn’t get mildew.
FBSPORT Inflatable Bounce House w/ Slide & Pool
LUNCH ON THE GO
As a sahm, I gotta save money when I can!
To keep lunch and drinks cold! I pack lunch for the pool, beach , park and splash pad.
SCOUT Pleasure Chest - Soft Insulated Cooler
Pool lunch! I usually pack to save money and avoid the Chick-fil-A drive thru
