Spring break with toddlers isn’t always a vacation. Sometimes it’s parenting in a different zip code. Ask me how I know. These are my ride-or-die items — the things that make beach days smoother, pool time safer, and travel days less chaotic. From sun protection to backup stuffed animals (learned that one the hard way), this list is built from experi...
2021 2022 2024 2025 are all the years i've ordered these water shoes. They are absolutely fantastic for the beach and pool
Kids Water Shoes Quick Dry Aqua Socks
Highly rated, comfortable water shoe that stays on little feet and dries fast.
Unisex Swim Shoes for Toddler & Baby | Old Navy
I love these because they look like sneakers. Budget-friendly would make a great backup pair.
Wonder Nation Toddler, Little, and Big Kids Water Shoes - Walmart.com
We used to keep this in our diaper bag for soiled clothes, but found that they work for the pool as well
Skip Hop Grab and Go Wet/Dry Diaper Bag - Chevron
We love this refillable applicator to apply and re-apply sunscreen
Solar Buddies Blue Sunscreen Applicator Roll
Another great refillable option from Target
Ubbi Sunsqueeze Sunscreen Applicator, Refillable Silicone Roll On for Babies and Toddlers - Blue
We've used Banana Boat for two summers for outdoor summer camp
Banana Boat Kids Sunscreen Roll On - SPF 60+ - 2.5 fl oz
Hands down the easiest to apply to my kids' faces
Banana Boat Kids Sport Sunscreen Stick SPF 50, Kids Sunscreen Stick, Child Travel Sunscreen, 0.5 oz
My daughter's school used this for a field trip and put the teacher's name on it. I plan on using it during our next family vacation
8 Pcs Kids Anti-lost Info Wrist Band Children Reusable Outdoor Safe ID Bracelet
I use this for everything: inflating pool toys, toddler mattresses, even for blowing up footrests on the plane.
FLEXTAILGEAR Portable Rechargeable Air Pump
Kid-sized sunglasses, what else could your kid want this spring break?
Babiators Original Navigator Baby & Toddler Sunglasses
My 3-year-old is a bit of a fashionista and this line is right up her alley.
RIVBOS Kids Sunglasses Polarized UV RBK002
My brother-in-law is a Goodr super fan. These are durable, bendable, and cute. They have sunnies for parents and kids.
Lilac It Like That!!!
Protect the neck! We ordered this for our toddler and it is adjustable to your kid's head size
Green Sprouts Baby Flap Sun Protection Hat
We don't go on spring break without this water vest. We simply stuff it into our stroller bag when we gate check it.
