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You are here: Home / Parenting / Pack the Perfect Swim Bag for Kids (It’s a Cool Gift Idea, Too!)

Pack the Perfect Swim Bag for Kids (It’s a Cool Gift Idea, Too!)

June 26, 2015 by Nicole

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Banana Boat® . The opinions and text are all mine.

My kids love to swim at the community pool in the summer. It’s got a lazy river that goes all the way around it. They probably swim at least a hundred miles in that lazy river over the course of the summer. Swimming is a great way for them to get exercise and have fun while they are at it.

swimming summer pool

Any mom who has taken kids to the pool knows that you end up bringing a ton of extra stuff. Towels, swimming pool toys, and sunscreen just to name a few. My pool bag literally overflows with everything we HAVE TO HAVE when we go swimming. I decided it was time for my older kids to get their own swim bag so they could bring all the extras they were willing to carry.

The kids were on board with this idea when they found out I was going to take them shopping at Walmart to help pick out super fun stuff like pool toys for the swim bag. The best part is secretly knowing I was going to buy the pool toys for them no matter what – but this way, I got something out of the deal! 

My son was in charge of picking the toys. I made sure to include the must-haves like a towel and sun protection. We both decided that a loaded swim bag like this would make cool gift idea for kids, especially those with summer birthdays. Take a look at how we packed our swim bag and get ideas for when you make your own.

We decided to start out with a drawstring backpack because they are lightweight and easy for kids to pack and unpack. It is also easy to wash when it gets dirty.

swim bag for kids

What’s Inside:

  • Beach towel
  • Goggles
  • Assorted Pool Toys
  • Banana Boat® Sun Protection

pool bag fun for kids

A colorful beach towel is a must for everyone at the pool. My kids also love goggles and all sorts of pool toys. They really like the toy torpedoes that sink to the bottom so they can swim down and retrieve them. Lately, my boys have been really into their water guns, so of course we had to get the biggest one!

Our Utah sun is intense in every season. We have gotten in the habit of using sunscreen to prevent sunburn and protect against long-term skin damage and skin cancer. Since we are outside almost all day every day in the summertime, we use a lot of sunscreen this time of year. Banana Boat® sun care products are tested in seven conditions: sun, pool water, ocean water, wind, sweat, sand and extreme heat – to provide safe and effective broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection for the entire family.

Part of my Mom job description is to be the Official Applier of Sunscreen. I have to remember to re-apply the recommended amount of sunscreen every 1-2 hours to keep all of us protected from harmful rays.

banana boat sun protection

Banana Boat® sunscreens come in many different forms (lotions, sprays, sticks) and UVA/UVB protection levels. I have found that the Banana Boat® UltraMist Sunscreens™ make it easy for me to apply sunscreen to myself and the kids. For the little ones, Banana Boat® makes Baby and Kid sunscreen lotions and mists in sting-free and tear-free formulas.

We like to use the Banana Boat® Kids Stick Sunscreen ™ and/or Sports Performance Sunscreen Stick™ for the kids’ faces. I discovered Sunscreen Sticks last year and they are awesome! Even my youngest kids don’t mind sitting still while I apply the sunscreen to their faces. It glides on really easy and I can get good coverage without missing any spots. The sticks are also good to use on ears and lips.

banana boat sunscreen stick

I toss a Banana Boat® Sunscreen Lip Balm with Aloe Vera and Vitamin E in our bag to keep our lips hydrated and protected from harmful sun rays. To learn more about Banana Boat® products and for your chance to win The Great Big Family Reunion vacation giveaway, visit Banana Boat®.

Banana Boat at Walmart

What are your family’s favorite summer activities? Whether you are swimming, hiking, biking or simply eating outdoors, remember to bring along your favorite Banana Boat® sunscreen products. I’d love to hear which ones you like to use. 

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Banana Boat® . The opinions and text are all mine.

Filed Under: Parenting, Reviews Tagged With: Banana Boat Sunscreen, Kids Gift Ideas, Swim Bag, Swimming Pool Toys

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  1. Sabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert says

    June 27, 2015 at 5:03 am

    You’ve got to protect your kids’ skin from the son when you go swimming!

  2. Ty @ Mama of 3 Munchkins says

    June 26, 2015 at 10:20 pm

    A swimsuit sounds like an awesome idea! It’s always great to have some extra sunscreen on hand.

  3. Ann Bacciaglia says

    June 26, 2015 at 9:49 pm

    These are great pool bag tips. I love Banana Boat sunscreen. I have been using it for years. I always pack snacks and a change of clothes.

  4. Sarah @ Must Have Mom says

    June 26, 2015 at 9:47 pm

    Thisis a cool gift idea! Thanks for sharing!

  5. Marcie W. says

    June 26, 2015 at 8:23 pm

    I can not believe I have never thought of putting together something like this, especially when all three of my kids have warm weather birthdays. It would be a great way for them to feel extra responsible by carrying their own gear too!

  6. Mama to 5 BLessings says

    June 26, 2015 at 7:54 pm

    That would make a great gift. I need to keep this mind for my kids friends birthdays during the summer.

  7. Debi- Lifestyle Blogger says

    June 26, 2015 at 7:12 pm

    My kids would love a pool bag like this. Sunscreen is extremely important to have in there.

  8. Shelley Zurek says

    June 26, 2015 at 6:25 pm

    Who wouldn’t want that cool Minion bag. My kids would remember to put on their Banana Boat sunscreen just to carry that!

  9. Liz Mays says

    June 26, 2015 at 5:38 pm

    These are great swim bag ideas. It’s always a good idea to pick up extra sunscreen!

  10. Meagan says

    June 26, 2015 at 4:01 pm

    We live at the pool in the summer. I need to get one of those rollers – it would be perfect for applying sunscreen for my son’s face.

  11. Aubrey says

    June 26, 2015 at 3:42 pm

    What a cute idea for summer. Sunscreen is a definite must.

  12. tammileetips says

    June 26, 2015 at 2:33 pm

    What a great idea for a swim bag! I always to to pack extra sunscreen we seem to go through a ton of it during the summer!

  13. Sunny M says

    June 26, 2015 at 1:51 pm

    Our favorite summer activity is definitely swimming. I love the idea of allowing each kiddo to have a bag of their own, because it’s almost impossible for me to carry everything to the pool for the 3 of them!

  14. Scott says

    June 26, 2015 at 8:08 am

    We carry a Banana Boat spray with us everywhere in the summer. Never know when you’re going to need it!

  15. Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says

    June 26, 2015 at 7:46 am

    That is such a great idea. I think my kids could each use something like that!

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