Summer might be over in the northern hemisphere, but it’s just heating up on the other side of the world. From South Africa to Australia to Brazil, there are awesome beaches awaiting in the southern hemisphere, where the sun is shining, the skies are blue and the heat is up come December and January. But don’t feel you need to catch summer across the world, just booking a ticket to Miami or somewhere in the Caribbean, Mexico or Central America, will also yield a good dose of vitamin sea. And if you’re traveling to the beach with baby, these are the items you’ll want to make sure to pack. From the Lassig Beach Poncho with 50+ sun protection and a wind proof factor that keeps your infant covered and comfortable to the GoPod, a portable activity sea that keeps little ones entertained for hours, these are our favorite items to take to the beach with baby.
GoPod ($59.99)
A family travel must-have is GoPod ($59.99). This activity seat for your baby is extremely portable and lightweight (it clocks in at 7 lbs), and can keep him or her entertained and happy for hours. The GoPod has a floor pad to keep your baby’s feet clean when you’re hanging out outside, four adjustable heights, a snack and drink holder, and five loops for attaching their favorite toys. It’s ideal for camping, picnicking, watching outdoor games or sports, or just hanging out in the backyard this summer.
Lassig Beach Poncho ($43.95)
This versatile Beach Poncho by Lassig is perfect for taking baby to the pool or beach. Featuring a 50+ sun protection factor, the poncho serves as a UV and wind proof hooded towel. The double-layer towel protects your little one’s skin from dangerous UV rays and also acts as an effective wind barrier thanks to its microfiber exterior. Best of all for us parents, it is made from a fast-drying and sand-repellent material, so it can serve double duty as a blanket for laying baby on a blanket in the sand.
Pura Stainless (starting at $13.99)
Pura Stainless takes care of your liquid container needs from infancy to adult. We love this company because their products are environmentally progressive, made only from safe, non-toxic products and yet still stylish and best of all, cost efficient. They also make a number of different product lines for various age groups, including infants, toddlers, kids and adults. For instance, the Infant line (starting at $13.99) comes in three sizes and with different bright colored sleeve options. Both the bottle and collar are crafted from high-quality stainless steel and the slow flow nipple is made from medical grade silicone, creating a 100% BPA-free and toxin-free feeding system.
Ciao! Baby Highchair ($67.99)
The Ciao! Baby Highchair was invented by two moms and is perfect for families on the go with small children. This user-friendly, no-fuss, freestanding chair with its proprietary flexible seat and tray requires no assembly but is super easy to transport. With a cup holder built-in and a clear vinyl tray cover, it easily wipes clean and folds up in seconds for travel. It can be used for toddlers up to 3 years old.
Bentgo Lunch Box ($27.99)
When it comes to eating on the road (or at school) kids will have fun with the Bentgo. The sleek, health-inspired lunchbox line are compartmentalized lunchboxes that allow food to be transported without touching one another, based on the very popular Japanese bentoboxes. Each compartment is also a single-serving, to encourage a balanced meal of various dishes. Plus they’re very easy to transport, and beautifully designed. Bento also partners with Feed The Children, donating 5% of sales up to $50,000, to the nonprofit organization, so you can feel good about your purchase.
Wallaboo
Wallaboo makes a variety of baby products, including super soft blankets, carrying slings and the Baby First Aid Kit ($26.50). Carefully selected specifically for infant and toddler first aid needs, it is great for travel or outdoor activities. Everything is organized in a water repellent pouch and contents include a single-use Thermometer, emergency foil blanket and a saline wound and eye-wash among other items.
