PROTECT SKIN, STAY FOCUSED ON PLAY
As a Camp Director, for eight years, I saw how the sun can make, or break a camper or a staff person’s experience. As much as we love to be out in the sun and swim and be on the lake, too much, sun can cause sunburn. One in five Americans will develop skin cancer over the course of a lifetime, and there is a 300% increase in skin cancer incidences over the past 40 years! So sun protection tops our list as we play.
That’s why when kids go to summer, camp or summer activities, it is so important to wear sun protective clothing. We love Coolibar because they have such a great assortment of swimsuits and activewear for kids and adults that keep your son safe. With UPF 50+ built into the fabric, we know we are staying safe while also looking stylish. Tested more than any other brand, endorsed by experts worldwide and recommended by dermatologists, Coolibar industry-leading fabrics block 98% of UVA/UVB rays to provide you with ultimate UPF 50+ protection guaranteed for the life of the garment as set by ASTM/AATCC standards. The protection also won’t wash out or lessen in the chlorinated water. We also just love the fabrics that Coolibar uses. They have the same great technology as other athletic apparel, and they are buttery soft.
Especially as kids go off to camp on their own. We love Coolibar because it covers that and keep some sun safe and then really reduces the amount of skin that is exposed to sun. And it makes it easier for kids to put on sunblock or sunscreen on their face, hands and legs. And we all know how challenging it would be to get the kids to put sunscreen on, especially on their face! If the sport/activity allows, Coolibar also has amazing hats too.
DAY OR OVERNIGHT CAMP? BRING THE RIGHT BAGS
Whether you are headed to a day camp or spending the week overnight in the woods, bringing the right bags and gear is key to streamlining the experience so you can focus on fun.
Jujube has everything you need when it comes to your camper – and all the items can be carried over into the schoolyear which is a total bonus too! The Be Right Back Backpack is our favorite because of it’s slim design and all the pockets it’s packed with. It can hold a water bottle on the side and the front pocket organizes everything from your wallet and phone to keys and sunglasses. Older kids can even fit a tablet or small laptop for access to tech on the go.
Jujube has both classic and fun colors and patterns. From camo to chromatics, Disney to tokidoki, most collections came in multiple size backpacks, totes and pouches sized from small to large. Plus they have insulated lunch bags and bottle coolers. The duffle bags and totes are perfect for an overnight adventure whether it’s one day or one week, they are lightweight and easy to clean.
In honor of our Summer Camp segment with Good Day LA, jujube has a special off of $15 off $75 purchase, and it’s valid May 30th to August 31. All you have to do is enter the CODE: FOX11 at checkout when shopping at http://JuJuBe.com. Now you just have to decide which camps to attend, the gear is ready!
IN A SEA OF THE SAME, LABEL EVERYTHING
While kids are excited for camp, moms hope their children return with all the items they attended with! Don’t overlook the fact that when you go to baseball camp, every child is bringing a glove, a bat, a ball, cleats, hats and that’s if the camp doesn’t provide a uniform, in which case all those items would be exactly the same!
We want to give our kids the freedom play rather than be worried about their “stuff” so we turn to Mabel’s Labels. The have a label for everything you can think of, plus they are customizable with colors, and fonts, icons and size. They’ve even made it easier for families by creating a Camp Labels section as well as package Sports Label packages, and more.
We love that the shoe labels stay put, the clothing tags can go through the wash, and our kids can easily identify their items. Older kids can read their name and added help for younger kids if they don’t recognize their name yet is they can know their color and icon. For example all my items should be red and have a baseball on them.
You’ll find Mabel’s Labels to be so helpful you’ll come back in the Fall to get all your back to school needs too!
SAFEGUARD AGAINST SUMMER INSECTS
Whether you are packing your kids bag for overnight camp or a backpack for a day trip, these are some of the our must haves this summer. The first is the Bug Bite Thing. I discovered this last summer when I was at the pool, and I was stung by a bee. My sister jumped out of the water and ran to her backpack, pulled Bug Bite Thing out. She told me don’t worry I’ve got you don’t be afraid this is not gonna hurt. And within seconds, she put the Bug Bite Thing on the bee sting and pulled out the stinger. I couldn’t believe how amazing it was! And the great part is not only works for bee stings, but also works for insect bites as well.
Bug Bite Thing is a reusable suction tool that alleviates the itching, stinging and swelling from bug bites and stings. It extracts the insect saliva/venom left behind under the skin. When you remove the irritant, your body stops producing the reaction. Bug Bite Thing is a chemical-free solution that instantly alleviates the stinging, itching and swelling caused by insect bites and stings. Unlike topical creams and ointments, the problem is eliminated, not masked.
Take With You Bodycare Basics
Another must have to have in the bag is sunblock and sunscreen. Tubby Todd Sun Kit is great to have in your beach bag, diaper bag or duffel for camp. From sunscreen and sun stick to mineral mist and lip balm, Tubby Todd has got you covered. Our kids are at the age where they can start putting sun screen on themselves and Tubby Todd Sun Stick is great because it makes it easy for them to apply. The broad spectrum SPF 30 formula provides 80 minutes of fun in the sun. Their Mineral Mist is a non-aerosol sunscreen body spray that is broad spectrum SPF 50 formula and reef safe.
I was first introduced to Tubby Todd when my son was a toddler and he was having breakouts on his skin. Tubby Todd’s All Over Ointment helped calm his skin. It is made from plant-based ingredients like Colloidal Oatmeal, Jojoba Esters and Camellia Leaf Extract to naturally moisturize and soothe sensitive skin.
