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Summertime Fun: Must-Have Essentials for Toddler Adventures

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Prepare for endless summer joy with these essential items tailored for your toddler's outdoor adventures. From sun protection to outdoor play gear, ensure your little one stays safe and entertained all season long.
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Outdoor toys

Summers are for playing outside and these toys are the best way to keep your little one entertained. 

 
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Water tables and toddlers are the perfect summer combo. My little one loves his and will spend a solid hour playing in it while I work.
Sand and Water Table for Toddlers, Summer Outside Toys with 19PCS Accessory Set for Kids Boy Girls
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I love this swing! It's easy to install and has a deep seat so my little one can't wiggle out.
Swurfer Coconut Toddler Swing – Comfy Baby Swing Outdoor, 3- Point Adjustable Safety Harness, Secure, Safe Quick Click Locking System, Blister-Free Rope, Easy Installation, Ages 6-36 Months
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Splash pads are so quick to set up and take down plus kids love them!!
Fun Little Toys Aquatic Splash Pad
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We just got this for our little one and we LOVE it!
Radio Flyer Ultimate All-Terrain Stroll 'N Trike, Kids and Toddler Tricycle, Red Toddler Bike, For Ages 9 Months - 5 Years
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This sensory table is great for exploring new textures, hiding treasures, or water play.
MindWare Sensory Sprouts Sensory Table for Kids - Ages 3+
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This multifunctional table can be a desk, chalkboard or sensory table. Who doesn't love multifunctional furniture?
Frogprin Sensory Table for Toddlers, Kids Table with 2 Large Storage Bin 7 Sand Toys Play Sand Table Activity Table Indoor/Outdoor for Boys Girls Gift
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Just add water for summer fun!!
Melissa & Doug Sunny Patch Splash Patrol Sprinkler
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Sun protection

Fun in the sun without the risk of sunburns.

 
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This hat is not only cute but helps keep the sun off your toddler's neck and ears.
Toddler Boys' Shark Sun Hat - Cat & Jack™ Navy Blue
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How adorable is this print! Your toddler will love not having to fight sunscreen with this hat.
Hudson Baby Infant and Toddler Girl Sun Protection Hat, Pink Peony
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This is the best natural baby sunscreen so your little one can enjoy fun in the sun.
Thinkbaby SPF 50+ Baby Mineral Sunscreen – Safe, Natural Sunblock for Babies - Water Resistant Sun Cream – Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB Sun Protection – Vegan Baby Sunscreen Lotion, 6 Oz.
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Who doesn't love Bluey especially when it helps keep your little one protected from the sun? Rash guards are the best idea for summer fun.
Toddler Boy Character Long-Sleeve Rashguard Swim Set, Sizes 12M-5T
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This Bluey rash guard swimsuit is a must for the summer!
Toddler Girl Character Long Sleeve Rashguard Swim Set, Sizes 12M-5T
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Don't want to fight that sunscreen? This one piece zip up swimsuit is the best!
upandfast Baby/Toddler Swimsuit UPF 50+ Sun Protection One Piece Zipper Bathing Suit with Sun Hat Infant Beach Swimwear
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Easy Clean up

A toddler's job is to be messy but these items help make clean up a bit easier.

 
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These are the best wet bags! They hold a lot and have 2 pockets for keeping things separate.
ALVABABY 2pcs Cloth Diaper Wet Dry Bags Waterproof Reusable with Two Zippered Pockets Travel Beach Pool Daycare Soiled Baby Items Yoga Gym Bag for Swimsuits or Wet Clothes L2629
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These compact microfiber towels are not only space-saving but absorb so well.
4Monster Camping Towels Super Absorbent, Fast Drying Microfiber Travel Towel, Quick Dry Ultra Soft Compact Gym Towel for Swimming Beach Hiking Yoga Travel Sports Backpack
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After long days of playing who wants to do a full scrub? This long-sleeved bib helps keep clothes and your little one clean.
PewinGo Weaning Bib with Long Sleeves & BLW, Soft and Skin-Friendly Material, Coverall Bibs for Baby Feeding, Waterproof and Easy to Clean & Machine Washable, for Baby Infant Toddlers(Dark Grey)
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Going out to eat and don't want to pack home a dirty bib? These are the perfect solution!
KIIS Disposable Baby Bibs for Baby Boys and Girls - Individually Packaged - Hygienic, Soft and Leakproof (20 PCS / 60 PCS)
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These are perfect for eating out or at family's house so there is less mess to clean up and they keep your little entertained.
Disposable Placemats for Baby - Kids Placemat That Stick on Dining Table at Restaurant, Travel Essentials for Toddlers Table Mat - Assorted 40 Pack with 3 Designs
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