There is an episode of Bluey that highlights the importance of packing properly for fun in the sun. If you don’t already know, you soon will, probably by heart. In it, Bandit (dad dog) takes the kids to the pool, but without any of their pool stuff, because that stuff is “boring”. Well, they inevitably get to the pool and parenting gets hard because the kids don’t have their pool toys, towel or sunscreen. Rookie error. In the end, Chilli (mum dog) arrives with the swim bag to save the day. The moral of the story? Pack a beach bag, and pack it well, parenting will be easier. To help you do it, we’ve made a list.

What to pack in your baby beach bag

• Hooded towel
• Sunscreen
• Toys for playing in the sand
• Toys for playing in the water
• Swim nappy
• Swimsuit
• Floaties or swim vest
• Wetbag
• Beach sandals
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Snacks
• Water bottle
• Change of clothes
• Loaded nappy wallet
• Beach umbrella
• Beach rug
• Baby beach chair