Whether you’re a busy mama like me, or you’re just a gal heading to the beach to catch some waves and soak up the sunshine, your beach bag is essential. After becoming a mama to a fun, crazy, incredible little boy my beach bag has changed immensely. I’ve been to the beach every weekend since summer began this year, and I always pack my beach bag hours before to ensure that I don’t forget anything. I’m here to help you pack for your next beach day! What’s in my beach bag?

• Sunscreen for myself and Greyson (I bring sunscreen with me, but I apply it to myself and Greyson before we head to the beach to save some time)
• Bug spray
• Healthy snack 🍇
• Water (you can always bring a small cooler for all of your food/drinks)
• An insulated baby bottle tote that fits food and a bottle for Greyson (I usually pack a PB&J sandwich, a snack, and a drink for him)
• Baby wipes
• Diapers & swim diapers
• Two extra outfits for Greyson (always be prepared)
• Sunglasses (I usually bring one of my Ray-Bans to the beach) 😎
• Hair ties
• Trader Joe’s Rose Water Facial Toner (refreshing after laying in the sun) ☀️
• My wallet & cash 💵
• A book (always bring a book, or a magazine with you…everywhere) 📖
• Perfume
• Spray deodorant
• Hat (a beach hat, or a baseball cap)
• A cute cover up, or a comfy lounge shirt

There are also beach essentials that don’t fit in my beach bag, but that I always bring with me! What are my other beach essentials?

• Towels
• Tanning mat
• Beach toys for Greyson
• Cooler (optional)

This has been a very weird, trying year for everyone and I truly believe that the beach can cure all wounds. Take a day trip, or rent a beach house for a week and escape from your daily routine for a little while. You deserve it.

Xo