HERE is my latest BLOG from our new Website and Online Store - www.beachmums.online
Some more handy hints for a day at the beach:
Remember preparing your day is better then creating a disaster.
- The Beach Bag: this is an important element for carrying our much needed items to and from the beach. However the MESH bags are much better then the material one's as far as NOT trapping sand for your trip home.
- BUG SPRAY: Bug's dont just come out at Dawn and Dusk. They tend to make a real nuisance of themselves all throughout the day. Dont be a victim of their bites and stings. Remember to pack the Bug spray.
- KEYS: Make sure you lock them up in a water proof wallet or plastic envelope to prevent them getting WET or Sandy.
- TIDES: Remember to check your tidal times - you dont want to be sunbathing or playing near the rock pools when the tide comes in. Worse still cave exploring and not being able to get back out again safely. Being around the water can be dangerous so make sure you are prepared with your tidal chart.
- LIFE SAVERS: Try to find a beach that is patrolled. Life Guards are not babysitters so dont think that you can take your children to the beach and expect someone else to keep an eye on them. HOWEVER: in the event of an emergency they will be your "best friend" when it comes to saving your or your families life. Just remember to swim between the flags and always listen to what they tell you. Life Savers know the movement of the ocean and currents they will direct you (between the flags) to where you will be safe swimming with your family.
- RUBBISH BAGS: Don't forget to bring your own rubbish bags with you. We all know that plastic bags are not great for the environment however you can always use a reusable bag to store your rubbish in until you can get to a rubbish bin. Remember this is YOUR environment that you enjoy. Not picking up after yourself or worse still DUMPING your rubbish is a big no no and environmental hazard.
- LUNCH: When preparing a day at the beach sometimes its cheaper and easier to pack your picnic lunch then it is to find parking near the local take away store. SO that in mind; remember to pack your sandwiches and snacks in reusable containers that are sand and water proof. Pack them individually as little ones tend to drop things on the sand and then a tantrum soon follows. IF you have a back up sandwich, tantrums can be held back for another occasion.
- DUST BROOM: Invest in a good quality dusting broom for those last moment "dont get in the car with that sand all over you" dust off. You can remove all sand BEFORE getting into the car - trust me, it's easier to remove the sand at the beach then it is to get it out of your carpet and car seats later.
- MEDICATIONS: Including Asthma inhalers, headache pills and any other medications you may need for a day out. You do not want to be having an Asthma attack miles away from home or medical service. The Beach can be a remote place at times and you need to think ahead and become a little self sufficient.
There are so many other hints and recommendations i will be sharing with you over the next few days, weeks and months so please keep coming back on a regular basis. We will be setting up a "Join us" link later down the track to keep you all updated with email access and a members only page but until then please enjoy our blog and online store which was set up with YOU in mind.
See you soon and happy Beach Days to you and your family xx
