Summer survival guide – 15 products to make the holiday season a breeze
Crazy weather patterns aside, it pays to invest in protecting your family
Whether summer confidently strides in on December 1st or dips in and out for weeks before settling into long hot days for the school break, taking care of family is a priority.
In our summer survival guide, we’ve rounded up all the products you need for a safe, fun and easy holiday season – from sunblock and mozzie spray, to hammocks and getting from A to B, we’ve got you covered.
SunSense Ultra SPF 50+
As well as protecting your family from the harsh Australian sun, SunSense Ultra contains soothing moisturisers, and Vitamin B3, which helps to reduce the visible signs of ageing.
This new, improved formulation goes on light but provides great coverage for better protection for your special people.
It’s dermatologically tested, meaning it’s gentle on the skin, and it’s non-comedogenic, so won’t block pores.
MOOV Insect Repellent Spray
With warmer weather and sun-filled holidays comes irritating flies, sandflies and mozzies, and MOOV is here to protect your young family.
Melaleuca oil is the natural active ingredient that deters these biting critters for up to three hours – which means more fun for everyone!
It’s suitable for kids, free from synthetic pesticides, is moisturising and has a nice fragrance.
SOOV Bite Gel
When supercharged mozzies break through your insect-repellent, you need SOOV Bite Gel on hand too relieve pain and itching.
Lignocaine hydrochloride provides temporary relief by anaesthetising the skin, and an antiseptic prevents infection.
MOOV Insect Repellent Roll On
If you prefer a roll-on insect repellent for your family, MOOV Insect Repellent Roll-On is the one for you.
The active ingredient is melaleuca oil, which helps protect bitey flies, sandflies and mosquitoes that can put a damper on enjoying the great outdoors.
SOOV Burn Spray, $17.29
Even with the best intentions and safety (hats, shade, age-appropriate sunblock etc), our little ones will sometimes get burned by the sun. This soothing Burn Spray by SOOV is a summer must-have for your at-home first aid kit.
Local anaesethetic means that as well as soothing sunburn – or other munor burns – it can also be used on minor grazes and cuts.
Also read the label and follow directions for use.
Kids Alive – Do the Five
Water play, pools, lakes and the ocean are synonymous with summer time so child safety is paramount.
Kids Alive – Do the Five have been teaching water safety since 1988 and you can read their tips for a safe summer here.
Wanderer’s St Kilda Beach Shelter (UPF50+)
Gone are the impossible-to-put-back-in-the-bag shade tents of yesteryear!
Wanderer’s St Kilda Shelter is designed on a fibreglass frame that is easy to set up and pack away, folding easily back into its sturdy carry bag.
The durable polyester tent has a UPF50+ rating to make sure delicate skin is protected on hot summer days.
Sand pockets and pegs ensure your shelter stays put and the windows can be rolled up to increase air flow, plus the flooring can be pulled up to create additional privacy for a napping toddler (or parent).
Joie Excursion change & rock
This gorgeous portacot is a gamechanger for overnights and getaways – as well as being a great second sleep space for daytime naps.
It features Joie’s SecureClick one-click system and includes a high-rise bassinet insert for your little one, a change table and playtime rocker, complete with soft toys.
13cabs
When you want to get around this summer – to or from the airport, to a gathering with friends, to the water park or home from dinner – you need to ‘hail’ 13cabs.
Download 13cabs handy app, book online or on their website for a fast, efficient and reliable service.
All 13cabs Drivers a professionally trained and accredited to ensure you get safely from A to B. And if you book ask for a MAXI TAXI you can get a child’s seat too*.
*Depends on car safety rules in particular states.
Australian Gourmet Gifts
The gift of a gourmet hamper allows you to say Happy Christmas, thank you, I love you, congratulations and more!
Australian Gourmet Gifts all-Australian hampers range from $89.95 to $360 and include wines, beers, alcohol-free offerings.
The Great State Balm
This multi-purpose balm is a nappy bag or beach bag must-have.
It’s gentle yet effective at soothing nappy rash, and can be used on chapped skin for the whole family.
MooGoo Natural Tail Swat Roll On
This natural formula roll on from MooGoo changes the scent you give off, which keeps insects away!
Including natural, healthy ingredients and moisturisers, it’s effective yet gentle enough even for newborns, on the face and body.
Banana Boat Kids Pump 50+
Kids are on the move a lot in summer, and Banana Boat® is one of the best ways to protect from from the fierce summer rays.
This fragrance-free, non-greasy sunscreen is gentle on skin, is water resistant up to four hours and won’t drip into delicate eyes.
Subaru Forester 2.5i AWD
What better way to get around for your summer holidays that in a new family car?
The sporty-looking Subaru Forester all wheel drive has a five star ANCAP safety rating and comes with EyeSight Driver Assist, Subaru’s Vision Assist and an 8″ touchscreen screen, all of which makes driving safer for your family road trips.
Built with comfort in mind, this model has three child car seat anchors, rear-door child locks and Isofix child restraint anchor points to make sure your precious cargo is always taken care of.
Ikea hammock with stand (GÅRÖ/FREDÖN)
The kids have their sunblock and insect-repellent on and Pop is keeping them safe in the water, so now you can relax – and where better than in a hammock.
This little beauty from Ikea can take up to 120kg, comes with its own stand (no trees required) and has a handy pouch on the side where you can stow you book while you have a well-deserved nap.
