If you’re anything like us, you’re a bit of a Christmas planner. But you’re also happy to admit that there’s usually a few bits and pieces that you’re going to need to buy last minute.
With IGA, last-minute Christmas preparations are just so easy!
No driving around the shopping centre carpark for hours waiting for a spot, no lining up at the seafood counter hoping there will be some prawns left by the time you make it to the front of the queue, and no worrying that the fresh produce that’s left at the end of the day is anything other than delicious, fresh and flavoursome.
We’re looking for active Mouths of Mums members who love to make their Christmas celebrations extra special and need a handy solution to all those last minute Christmas prep requirements.
We’ll give you an IGA voucher and send you shopping as though it was Christmas Eve, so you can bring to life just how easy, convenient and heart-warming it can be to shop for Christmas at your local IGA. Hey, you might even run into the big guy himself grabbing a few last-minute snacks for the drive!
You might like to put together a Prawn & Mango Xmas Salad full of juicy prawns and the freshest produce, or serve up a Double Baked Xmas Brie with some icy cold bubbles, or a Xmas Cocktail.
You could be like us and decide at the last minute there’s just ‘not enough food’, so you zip down to IGA to stock up on all the fresh fruits of the season and a wonderful selection of antipasto to whip up a Festive Star Xmas Platter. Or at the last minute you want to seat Grandpa beside your favourite neighbour because you’re ‘sure they’ll get along’!
No matter how organised you are this Christmas, you’ll always have the ‘day before’ list — maybe just a few bags of ice, a last minute ‘special’ bottle of bubbles, the fixings for a sweet treat for the kids, or that final tub of cream or cranberry sauce you’ve forgotten. The good news is your local IGA has it all waiting for you to drop by, drop in and be home before anyone at home has missed you.
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IGA is so great for any ingredients you need. They have a mic between fresh and prepackaged products. From specialty breads to jars of jam.
I’ve definitely converted to IGA now knowing that each store is individually owned and operated and they often support local growers for their fruits and vegetables. This is something that’s important to my family and I.
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
I popped into IGA to pick up some last minute Christmas baking essentials from IGA. It was so nice popping into my local store, rather then the large, crowded supermarkets to get everything I needed. My kids love baking, and making treats, so we decided on some simple Christmas Bells. We got all the ingredients, including the cute decorations from our local IGA. The shop was easy, and the baking was fun. The kids couldn’t wait to show their friends and family what they’d created.
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
IGA is definitely the go to place for Christmas prep! They have a great selection of Christmas themed foods, meats, snacks as well as wrapping paper and so much more! I was pleasantly surprised at the range and the cost. I put together a sweet treat platter which would be great for a chrissy afternoon tea with friends or family as well as something for after Christmas lunch or dinner!
My son and I made the yummy shortbreads for the platter which is a simple 3 ingredient recipe we found!
Shortbread Recipe:
-2 cups plain flour
-250g softened salted butter
-3/4 cup of icing sugar
Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 150°C fan forced or 160°C for standard
Step 2:
Line your baking tray
Step 3:
Cream butter by beating it until smooth and adding icing sugar then continue beating until all combined
Step 4:
Start adding the flour slowly, about half and beat until combined then add the rest. Use your hands or a silicone spatula to bring it all together and form into a ball.
Step 5:
Press down on it spread it out to around 1.5cm thickness and you can use either a cup of cookie cutters to cut out as many shortbreads as you like and place each one on to the lined tray.
Step 6:
Put the tray into the oven for 25-30 minutes until they are golden brown all over
Step 7:
Leave them to cool by turning the oven off and leave the oven door slightly open for at least 1 hour
Step 8:
Take the tray out of the oven and place on to a lined cooling rack!
For the platter I used fruit mince pies, shortbread cookies, lamingtons, iced fruit cake and freckle style covered rice cakes. This platter went down a treat this afternoon with my friends who popped over for a get together before they head off on their Christmas holiday!
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
I love how easy it was to not only being able to ingredients for 1 dessert but 2 desserts at such an affordable price. I managed to purchase ingredients to make my family favourite chocolate ripple cake and Christmas crack.
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
I had an emergency flight to visit family two states away, and had to come up with something for a get together. A quick trip to the local IGA provided all the ingredients; and happy guests were fed!
I made our tradition of Christmas pav, made with a pavlova shell, lashings of whipped cream, slices of fresh banana, and sprinklings of grated Peppermint Crisp chocolate bar. It was all prepped fast and easy, and everyone loved it! Best of all was that I didn’t have to wait hours whilst baking! Thanks IGA; you saved the day/dessert!
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
This time of year is always busy but I am on a mission to get ahead and pre-make some sweet treats for Christmas. I visited my local IGA which is in the neighbourhood and got everything I needed. It’s easy to navigate around the store and although the staff were busy re-stocking shelves they were friendly and took the time to help me locate one item that I couldn’t find. I’ve now ticked off another thing from to-do-list with the help of IGA. My mini chocolate Christmas puddings are done! They taste good, super easy to make, no baking required and can be stored in the fridge for Christmas.
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
We had a last minute team meeting organized and will need to bring a plate for unofficial Christmas party for our team. Leche flan or creme caramel is a staple for any special occasion so i quickly head to Iga to buy the ingredients and steam it for 30 mins after mixing all the ingredients. So simple yet silky and delicate each bite was celebrated by my friends in the office.
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
A quick shop made our friends Christmas lunch a breeze!
A quick trip to our local IGA and I was able to get everything I needed to prepare a gourmet antipasto platter, and a colourful fruit platter for dessert. Our local IGA is full of fresh, yummy ingredients and at a truce price point. The staff are super friendly too. Thank you IGA for making it super easy to prepare two beautiful platters for a friends Christmas lunch!
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
I had a last minute friendmas to put together and iga is close to home and had everything I needed to create some christmassy goodies to entertain. I found everything I needed and then so much more to help put my mind at ease, make my creations and feed hungry friends coming to my home
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
With Christmas get togethers in full swing, IGA came to the rescue for some quick and easy festive entertaining. Using my $35 IGA voucher, I headed to my local IGA to grab ingredients for a simple but impressive Christmas dish. Baked Brie! I was able to get everything I needed in one shop and the quality and freshness were great!
IGA made this lastminute prep simple, convenient and stress free. The store was well stocked, staff were friendly and the voucher worked seamlessly at the checkout. I loved that I could rely on IGA for both inspiration and ingredients at such a busy time of year. Highly recommend & this baked Brie was a fav, everyone commented on it! Will make again!
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
IGA is so great for any ingredients you need. They have a mic between fresh and prepackaged products. From specialty breads to jars of jam.
I’ve definitely converted to IGA now knowing that each store is individually owned and operated and they often support local growers for their fruits and vegetables. This is something that’s important to my family and I.
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
I popped into IGA to pick up some last minute Christmas baking essentials from IGA. It was so nice popping into my local store, rather then the large, crowded supermarkets to get everything I needed. My kids love baking, and making treats, so we decided on some simple Christmas Bells. We got all the ingredients, including the cute decorations from our local IGA. The shop was easy, and the baking was fun. The kids couldn’t wait to show their friends and family what they’d created.
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
IGA is definitely the go to place for Christmas prep! They have a great selection of Christmas themed foods, meats, snacks as well as wrapping paper and so much more! I was pleasantly surprised at the range and the cost. I put together a sweet treat platter which would be great for a chrissy afternoon tea with friends or family as well as something for after Christmas lunch or dinner!
My son and I made the yummy shortbreads for the platter which is a simple 3 ingredient recipe we found!
Shortbread Recipe:
-2 cups plain flour
-250g softened salted butter
-3/4 cup of icing sugar
Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 150°C fan forced or 160°C for standard
Step 2:
Line your baking tray
Step 3:
Cream butter by beating it until smooth and adding icing sugar then continue beating until all combined
Step 4:
Start adding the flour slowly, about half and beat until combined then add the rest. Use your hands or a silicone spatula to bring it all together and form into a ball.
Step 5:
Press down on it spread it out to around 1.5cm thickness and you can use either a cup of cookie cutters to cut out as many shortbreads as you like and place each one on to the lined tray.
Step 6:
Put the tray into the oven for 25-30 minutes until they are golden brown all over
Step 7:
Leave them to cool by turning the oven off and leave the oven door slightly open for at least 1 hour
Step 8:
Take the tray out of the oven and place on to a lined cooling rack!
For the platter I used fruit mince pies, shortbread cookies, lamingtons, iced fruit cake and freckle style covered rice cakes. This platter went down a treat this afternoon with my friends who popped over for a get together before they head off on their Christmas holiday!
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
Last last minute due to a disaster but put something together!
So I had a great idea for a prawn and quinoa salad but prawns and chicken didn’t have a long date well they expired within 2 days of buying and I was not risk that, so I put together what I had in my fridge and cupboard. Managed to put Ricotta Gnocchi and garlic bread not a bad last minute meal!
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
Last last minute due to a disaster but put something together!
So I had a great idea for a prawn and quinoa salad but prawns and chicken didn’t have a long date well they expired within 2 days of buying and I was not risk that, so I put together what I had in my fridge and cupboard. Managed to put Ricotta Gnocchi and garlic bread not a bad last minute meal!
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
I love how easy it was to not only being able to ingredients for 1 dessert but 2 desserts at such an affordable price. I managed to purchase ingredients to make my family favourite chocolate ripple cake and Christmas crack.
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
We ended up hosting a super last minute Christmas party with friends before they went overseas for the holidays. With a variety of dietary needs we needed to cater for everyone and make it kids friendly (we have kiddos who LOVE to help in the kitchen)
A quick scoot to the IGA after Kindy drop off made it so much easier then going to a shopping centre and what I got for the price was amazing!
We ended up making passion fruit tarts, a festive jelly slice and sushi balls. These were all demolished so quickly (especially the sushi balls!)
Passionfruit tarts
– 1 packet butternut snap biscuits
– 1 tin condensed milk
– 170g passionfruit pulp
– 2 tbsp lemon juice
1.Mix condensed milk + passionfruit + lemon juice in a bowl
2. Microwave biscuits 20-25 secs to soften + shape into cups. This makes them soft so that you can mould them in the rounded patty tin.
3. Pop into patty tin, fill, bake 10 mins at 160°C
Feel free to top with milk chocolate, passionfruit, anything!
Festive Jelly Slice
– 1 packet of Raspberry jelly
– 1 tin of condensed milk
– 1 tub cream cheese
– 1 pack milk arrowroot biscuits
– Butter
1. Mix jelly with 1 cup boiling water.
2. Add condensed milk and cream cheese to jelly mix. Whisk well
3. Crush arrowroot with melted butter to form a biscuit base.
4. Pour jelly mixture over biscuit base. Refrigerate till set. Top with crunch candy cane
5. Cut and enjoy.
Sushi balls
– 2 cups sushi rice
– Salt, sugar, vinegar to season rice
Fillings
– roast chicken
– Cucumber
– Sesame seeds
– (Salmon and cream cheese also goes great!)
1. Cook and season sushi rice
2. Finely chop fillings
3. Mix together in bowl
4. Roll in to balls (the kids loved this part)
5. Refrigerate and serve with soy sauce
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
One of my friends decided to host a last-minute Friendsmas dinner party and requested everyone to bring some festive appetizers to share with the group. Thankfully, for a conveniently located IGA, I was able to effortlessly grab the necessary ingredients to make French Onion Stuffing Balls and Bacon-wrapped Beef Sausages for the party.
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
My local IGA is the perfect shop for those last minute items for Christmas Day to create something fresh and delicious. I love the convenience of my local IGA, it is so easy and simple shopping in a one stop shop with everything readily available. The location of the store is easy to get to, the food is so fresh and the prices are competitive. I can rely on IGA to make things easy and run smoothly during this time of the year. I visited my local IGA and picked up fresh fruits, cheese and snacks for a platter.
The variety of food available was unlimited, they had everything you could imagine to make a delicious platter. The fresh fruit looked so delicious and so fresh in store. I was very happy with the experience in store, it offered a practical, efficient and smooth shopping experience.
With the last minute items I was able to pick up at my local IGA, I was able to whip together last minute a delicious platter to share with my family, The fresh fruit, salty snacks and cheese and biscuits created an enjoyable platter to enjoy the freshness, high quality products and variety. I love what IGA has to offer
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
I had an emergency flight to visit family two states away, and had to come up with something for a get together. A quick trip to the local IGA provided all the ingredients; and happy guests were fed!
I made our tradition of Christmas pav, made with a pavlova shell, lashings of whipped cream, slices of fresh banana, and sprinklings of grated Peppermint Crisp chocolate bar. It was all prepped fast and easy, and everyone loved it! Best of all was that I didn’t have to wait hours whilst baking! Thanks IGA; you saved the day/dessert!
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
This time of year is always busy but I am on a mission to get ahead and pre-make some sweet treats for Christmas. I visited my local IGA which is in the neighbourhood and got everything I needed. It’s easy to navigate around the store and although the staff were busy re-stocking shelves they were friendly and took the time to help me locate one item that I couldn’t find. I’ve now ticked off another thing from to-do-list with the help of IGA. My mini chocolate Christmas puddings are done! They taste good, super easy to make, no baking required and can be stored in the fridge for Christmas.
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
We had a last minute team meeting organized and will need to bring a plate for unofficial Christmas party for our team. Leche flan or creme caramel is a staple for any special occasion so i quickly head to Iga to buy the ingredients and steam it for 30 mins after mixing all the ingredients. So simple yet silky and delicate each bite was celebrated by my friends in the office.
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
A quick shop made our friends Christmas lunch a breeze!
A quick trip to our local IGA and I was able to get everything I needed to prepare a gourmet antipasto platter, and a colourful fruit platter for dessert. Our local IGA is full of fresh, yummy ingredients and at a truce price point. The staff are super friendly too. Thank you IGA for making it super easy to prepare two beautiful platters for a friends Christmas lunch!
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
I had a last minute friendmas to put together and iga is close to home and had everything I needed to create some christmassy goodies to entertain. I found everything I needed and then so much more to help put my mind at ease, make my creations and feed hungry friends coming to my home
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
Oops! Forgot I had to bring a kid-friendly plate to a Christmas gathering. Off I ran to IGA for last minute supplies for our favourite foolproof Christmas sweet treat. Thank goodness our IGA is close by and easy to navigate, it makes last minute grocery shops a breeze as we near Christmas.
Reindeer Poops (or kid-friendly “rum” balls)
250g plain sweet biscuits such as Milk Arrowroot, Marie etc.
320g can sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 cup dessicated coconut
Extra 1 cup dessicated coconut for rolling
Method:
1. Crush biscuits into fine crumbs in a food processor, blender, or large zip lock bag. Tip into a large mixing bowl.
2. Add in sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and 1 cup of coconut.
3. Stir to combine until well mixed.
4. Place extra 1 cup of coconut into a separate small bowl.
5. Roll heaped teaspoons of mixture into balls, roll balls in extra 1 cup of coconut to coat evenly.
6. Store in fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Makes approximately 36-40 balls depending on size.
Can substitute regular sweetened condensed milk for sweetened condensed OAT or COCONUT milk, and biscuits for Digestives to make this recipe dairy free.
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
We had friends coming round for a friendmas and we had to duck to the IGA for some last minute snacks and drinks. IGA has a great range of snacks and non alcoholic drinks for everyone. Our platter was a massive hit with everyone and we will most certainly be visiting IGA again for any of our shopping needs!
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
From the ease of the shop at IGA to the quality and variety of options, it makes creating a delicious gift for neighbours or an easy share crowd please dessert!
A simple mix of scotch fingers, glacé cherries, marshmallows and snakes mixed together with melted chocolate creates a delicious treat! Top it with some special Christmas sprinkles thanks to the excellent selection at IGA and you have the best Christmas treat!
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
This reviewer received a voucher to purchase their products for this review.
Christmas is always a busy time and event, dinners and catch ups happen at the drop of a hat and last minute so being able to make something easy work is key. Popping into our local IGA, I was able to grab everything I needed to meet the brief of ‘Can you make a sweet and a savoury’ ! I went with some Christmas classics – family favourite – Trifle and a pretty Christmasy themed watermelon and feta salad. I was able to swing by my local IGA and make my dishes last minute and with ease. I was super happy with how they turned out and everyone was stoked with the way they tasted, You would never know that I was able to throw them together in a jiffy.
Now that you've shopped at IGA, how would you rate the ease and convenience?
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Genius Beach And Pool Tips Every Aussie Mum Should Know
Summer beach and pool days are core childhood memory creators, but getting the kids out the door, not so much! From wrestling wriggly toddlers into rashies to arguing with teens trying to dodge sunscreen and cramming half the house into the car, the exhaustion can kick in before we’ve even set foot on the sand!
But there are some very clever tips that will make even the most stressful summer days smooth sailing – and the Mouths of Mums community know them all! Which is why we asked our mums for their hints, hacks and tips – from sand removal to stress-free sunscreen application (we’re going to introduce you to the fabulous new Banana Boat SmartMist Sunscreen Sprays that will make your life so much easier).
You’ll want to take note before you next hit the beach or pool!
Pack Smart, Not Big
Do you feel like you take waaayyy too much when you head to the beach or pool, and then you seem to forget a couple of key things that would have made life so much easier?
Our Mouths of Mums community swear by this fab list of essentials which should be in every mum’s beach kit, and
A plastic bag for wet towels and bathers
A dry bag for clothes
A bucket or basin to wash off sandy toys
A ‘clean zone’, sand-free blanket or mat for eating and changing
A pop-up tent for changing
Waterproof phone case
Talcum powder to get sticky, wet sand off little feet. Just pop it on and brush it off – it’s magic!
A hand-held car vac for quick sand cleanups!
“The amount of times my kids have gone home in wet chafing swimming costumes because they didn’t want anyone to see them changing is unbelievable! Our pop up tent has been life changing! We all drive home comfy and cosy! Lastly, a sand proof picnic blanket is so perfect for a sand reprieve! The sand literally falls right through them!” – MoM Member
Get Safety Sorted Before The Fun Starts
It’s pretty hard to get the kids’ attention once you’re at the beach or pool, so the safety talk should really start at home. Our mums recommend chatting to the kids about:
Swimming between the flags at the beach
Setting a meeting spot in case anyone gets separated
Sunscreen: Always apply sunscreen 20 minutes before heading outdoors. And set alarms to reapply every two hours throughout the day. Reapply immediately after swimming or using a towel.
Applying sunscreen at the start of the day and regularly throughout is so important, but it usually causes the most arguments. Kids don’t want to stop, teens assure you they ‘did it already’.
That’s where Banana Boat’s new SmartMist™ Sunscreen Spray SPF50+ actually makes a difference. The iconic sunscreen brand has just launched its newest product, which turns sunscreen time into something simple and fun. It’s an easy and convenient way to tick off sun safety – which isn’t always easy when it comes to kids!
Why Banana Boat SmartMist Sunscreen Spray makes sunscreen easier
The Smart Control Spray gives you the choice of a short spray for tricky spots or a long spray for larger areas like those wiggly little legs, making application simple and convenient. It also sprays from any angle – just spray, rub in and you’re ready for playtime.
Clear, lightweight formula that absorbs fast and with no greasy feel.
SPF50+ broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection and 4-hour water resistant.
Kids SmartMist™ is mild and gentle for kid’s sensitive skin, fragrance free and contains Aloe and Vitamin E.
Sport SmartMist™ features high-performance Powerstay Technology™, designed to stay on through sweat and water.
Banana Boat SmartMist makes those important sunscreen stops much easier and effective and is perfect for active Aussie families this summer.
Prep & Time It Perfectly
There’s nothing worse than kids itching to get to the beach while you’re trying to remember everything you need to pack – it makes everyone frazzled. So get prepped early – even the night before. And time your departure to minimise the amount of time in the car (and the amount of times the kids ask ‘are we there yet?!’.
“Packing the car the night before, always a huge help getting the bucket, cabana, and bag of spare clothes/towels in the boot. We usually leave straight after breakfast to avoid heavy traffic as the beach is an hour away.” – MoM Member
Pack Smart Snacks
Snacks are a must, but it can be tricky to know what’s going to survive a hot, Aussie summer day – and what’s good for hungry tummies. Here’s what our mums recommend:
Chopped fruit
Crackers
Boiled eggs
Drink bottles that have been frozen overnight
“We have a few allergies/intolerances, so being prepared with food is helpful and saves us the search and some money. I pre-chop carrots, cucumber, apples, boiled egg, in a handy separating container, a packet of chips, dip, and bring water bottles. If it’s a longer day planned at the beach I’ll bring lunch too.” – MoM Member
A chaos-free beach day. Yes please!
You don’t need a military-style plan to enjoy a sunny day out. A beach trolley, some prep, and an easy sunscreen like SmartMist™ are enough to help things run calmly – or at least calm-ish!
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Wear protective clothing, a hat and sunglasses in addition to sunscreen. Reapply frequently every 2 hours or more often when sweating and immediately after swimming or using a towel. Avoid prolonged high-risk sun exposure.
Mouths of Mums is proudly working with Banana Boat to bring you this article.
LVR love this idea! BANANA BOAT SMARTMIST!
I love how it can use for a WIDE SPRAY or a SHORT SPRAY!
How handy and Quick! These innovative ideas are what Families need!
Love Love Love this & Easily Accessible from lots of places to purchase it from!
Thanks Banana Boat and Mouths of Mums for putting it out there
Planning for a trip to the beach can be a lot of effort and quite a drive for me as i am at least 30 minutes away from the local beach. I find I have to pack a lot of things but this article was a fantastic read as i never thought that Talcum powder could help remove sand. I am going to try this, i love the idea. I also like the idea of packing bento boxes for each person rather than taking lots of different containers with food in it.
Along with strategic planning for a trip to the beach it is also very important to plan the time of day for a trip to the beach. We always check the UV index and we also make a trip to the beach when it is cooler and avoid the hottest part of the day.
A great article with loads of useful tips! I find that to enjoy one day at the beach needs a week of preparation. It’s a real chore to make sure you’ve got everything… and then you need 2 dozen hands to carry everything. We actually bought a beach trolley on wheels which helps to transport all our stuff from the car to the beach. So much easier!
I agree with the less is more approach when going to the beach. We plan and get organised early and pack and then stand back and take a good look and then repack. It is surprising what is actually needed and used at the beach. An approach that is organised is the key to a great time at the beach.
So happy to share the magic of baby powder after a messy day at the beach or park! It’s been a game changer for us.
Not quite as elaborate as the pop up tent, but a large towel with a hood has been great to discretely change out of bathers! It’s my husband’s go to now haha
My biggest tip is to be very clear who’s watching the kids, especially when they’re in the water. Like, actually verbally hand over and make sure it’s acknowledged if you’re going somewhere (like to the bathroom). That can definitely save lives, but also save panics about lost kids in crowded spaces.
Some really good tips here! I had no idea about the talcum powder hack – who would have known! That is amazing and I will definitely try it next time we go to the beach! It is definitely worthwhile getting things ready the night before though, especially if you want to leave before midnight lol.
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