Real Mom Summer Must-Haves (Things I Actually Bought)
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Not a curated aesthetic list. Not things I was gifted. Just stuff I ordered because I needed it and it turned out to actually be good. Summer with a toddler requires a very specific kind of prep — here's mine.
Mosquito Repellent Bracelets That Don't Smell Terrible
Cliganic Mosquito Repellent Bracelets on Amazon. If you're doing any outdoor time this summer — parks, cookouts, camping, even just your backyard — these are worth having on hand. DEET-free, no spray, no smell, just slip it on. Works for both of us. I keep a few in my purse at all times now.
The Probiotic I Actually Trust for My Toddler
LOVEBUG Toddler Probiotics. This one took me a while to land on. We went through a few brands and this is the one we've stuck with. Easy to give, no weird additives, my kid doesn't fight me on it. If you've been looking for a toddler probiotic that's actually clean, this is worth trying.
The Tiny Air Pump That Lives in My Bag Now
FLEXTAILGEAR Tiny Air Pump. This thing is small enough to forget it's in your bag until you need it — and then you are so glad it's there. Inflates pool floats, beach balls, small inflatables. Rechargeable. The kind of thing that sounds like an unnecessary purchase until the first time you use it at a pool party and everyone asks where you got it.
The Phone Wallet That Replaced My Actual Wallet
KRTALS Magnetic Phone Wallet on Amazon. I've tried a few of these. This one actually sticks — doesn't slide, doesn't fall off when I toss my phone in my bag. Holds 3 cards easily, sits flat. If you've been looking for a MagSafe wallet that doesn't require buying a specific phone case, check the compatibility first, but for most iPhones it works great.
The Refillable Perfume Atomizer That Fixed My Travel Routine
Forebile Refillable Perfume Atomizer. I used to just not wear perfume when I traveled because the bottles are too big and the TSA situation is annoying. This solved it. Small, refillable, doesn't leak, holds enough for a trip. It looks nice enough that I use it at home too. One of those under-$15 finds that actually makes daily life a little easier.
