Summer must-haves: Our pool bag essentials
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Summer is upon us, which means it is pool season!
Whether you are headed to a neighbor’s backyard, the community pool, or a resort on vacation, make sure your pool bag is packed with these must-haves.
First, let’s talk pool bags for a sec because you need to start with a good base. We’re absolutely obsessed with these BOGG bags. Not only are they absolutely perfect for the pool, but they’re super durable, washable, and tipover-proof. Plus, they’re cute! We've got the Original BOGG Bag all packed up for the pool, and our littles also love using the Bitty Bogg for their goggles and diving toys.
Bonus: BOGG also has a bunch of add-on accessories available to enhance your bag from this beverage holder to coolers, to organizers (which work as a great snack bag in a pinch!).
Here are our CityMoms’ pool bag essentials:
1. UV exposure stickers
You will never forget to reapply sunscreen with these stickers that remind you when it’s time to protect against UVs again. CityMom Jeanine vows these are “magical!”
2. Pool lounge chair covers
We’re obsessed-with-a-capital-O over these pool chair covers - each set includes two terry cotton covers designed to fit oversized lounge chairs at the pool or beach, with a hooded top to ensure they always stay in place.
3. Solar Buddies sunscreen applicator
A favorite of theCityMoms! Just put your regular sunscreen in the applicator, use the sponge to smoothly apply it to your kids' skin for a quick and comfortable application.
4. Cooler backpack
This stylish backpack can hold all the food and drinks you need for a pool day - or anywhere else you go this summer. It also includes a pocket for small essentials and even a bottle opener.
5. Wet bag
Give the swim diapers a place to go and save the inside of your pool bag with a lined wet bag. Got bigger kids? It’s still handy for wet suits of any size!
6. Goggles
You literally cannot have enough of these. Buy an extra pair. You know you will need it.
A great book is needed in any pool bag:
7. Clamp-on beach umbrella
The product we never knew we needed, this portable beach umbrella is lightweight enough to fit in your pool bag, and can easily clip on to pool chairs or loungers to provide shade wherever you go.
8. A snacklebox
Arguably, the most important thing to pack for the pool: Snacks. Keep them organized in this year’s trending snacklebox with individual snack containers and an easy carrying handle.
9. Bluetooth speaker
A great day needs a great soundtrack. Play your own tunes out of portable, waterproof Bluetooth speakers.
10. First Aid Kit Mini
Be prepared for whatever the day may bring, be it skinned knees, splinters, bee stings, or a headache for you.
11. A good hat
Feel good about protecting your own skin while looking chic, too. This hat is easily tossed in a bag and keeps your face clear from rays.
13. Waterproof cards
Wait out adult swim or have kiddos rest their legs with a card game in the shade.
14. Portable charger
Don’t let a dead phone cut your pool day short. Bring along a portable charger.
