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Looking forward to Memorial Day and beyond? Yeah, same Mama. Whether you’re planning a summer vacay or just can’t wait to dip your toes in a wading pool set up in your backyard, we’ve got the perfect accessories to get prepped. Stay dry, cool, and shady (in a good way) with these product recommendations.

Stanley Quencher

“Stay hydrated” is on the top of the list of things your mom always said. And even if you rolled your eyes at her while you were headed out the door to go rollerskating, you now know she was right. No need to get fancy about it; this basic tumbler does the job with a grippable silicone finish that’s dishwasher safe. Whether you’re spending the day at home or on-the-go momming, your body’s hydration levels will be superior (and your mom will be proud).

Grab it on Amazon.

Gardenia Straw Hat

We can’t decide what we love more about the Freya brand: their stylish sun hats or said hats’ ability to help prevent skin cancer. Kind of a draw. Factor in that this hat literally goes with your entire summer wardrobe, and purchasing one is kind of a no-brainer.

Pick it up at Shopbop.

Magnetic Hat Clip

Speaking of hats, if you’re going to do the sun-safe thing and live in a hat this summer, you may need to travel with it. This amazingly helpful tool easily attaches magnetically to the brim of your hat to keep it on your purse or luggage. If only the rest of life’s problems were so easily solved! It’s great for your own sun hats, or those baseball caps you need to remember for the kids.

Find them on Amazon.

Power Up Tassel Keychain

“On-the-go” is the theme for this summer, and really every summer, TBH. Running out of juice on your phone is just not ideal. We love this keychain from Mark and Graham for its style, monogrammed option, and functionality to charge your phone when you need it – or your kid’s iPad (which is an ACTUAL emergency).

Buy it at Mark & Graham.

Mark and Graham phone case

Whether you’re leaving your phone on the designated pool-side mom crowd table or someone’s backyard BBQ fold-out chairs, this monogrammed phone case can quickly distinguish yours from a pile of identical iPhones while adding some fun flair to your summer style. (Seriously though, they ALL LOOK THE SAME.)

Find it at Mark and Graham.

Glass Fun Straws

Summer cocktails by the kiddie pool? Just close your eyes and pretend you’re drinking a pina colada (even if it’s actually Kool-aid with some loose grapes thrown in.) These fun straws will upgrade any drink to a tropical treat – for you or your kids.

Find them on Amazon.

PLAY Lip Balm

Even if you are religious with your sunscreen, it’s easy to forget to slather your lips with protection. File this lip balm under “best to buy a few” so you always have one floating around the car, your purse, your beach bag, your spouse’s jacket pocket…. We love that this has an SPF 30 to prevent sunburn and cracked lips. Also safe for kids!

Grab it at Supergoop.

Megababe Deodorant

This deodorant has been a hit for us for years. We love that it’s aluminum-free, with clean plant-based ingredients. Also, it actually works (!!!) and the delightful scent makes us feel like a queen in Alice in Wonderland (minus the frequent beheadings) surrounded by roses in her garden. The convenient size makes it easy to pack in your purse or tote, but we suggest you pick up 2 to have one handy wherever you need it.

Find it at Megababe.