Summer in the Mitten is pure magic—sunny lake days, road trips Up North, backyard cookouts, and plenty of sandy toes. But as every mom knows, the *right* gear makes all the difference. We’ve rounded up 38 summer must-haves from Amazon that make mommin’ easier, cleaner, safer, and a whole lot more fun.
These are the things we use, love, and can’t imagine Michigan summer without.
🛟 Safety First (But Make It Cute and Convenient)
- Infant & Toddler Life Jackets – Our favorite fits for lake days that keep the little ones comfy and safe.
- Solar Buddies Sunscreen Applicator – Goodbye, sunscreen meltdowns. This tool makes application fast and kid-friendly.
- Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen and Play Sunscreen – Non-greasy and mom-tested, perfect for both beach and playground, and moms face!
- Mosquito Repellent Bands and Thermacell Repeller – Keep the itch away in true Michigan style.
🛝 Kid-Approved Fun (With Less Mess)
- Unicorn Water Table – Splash zone fun without the need for a pool.
- Franklin Sports Golf Set – Backyard golf = hours of mini-athlete entertainment.
- Bucketgolf – A family favorite game that mixes golf and putt-putt in your own backyard.
- Seascooter + Full Face Snorkel – Turn lake days into full-on underwater adventures.
- 8-Pack Clip Swim Goggles – Because extras are always needed.
- Giant Boat Pool Float – Big enough for lounging, snacks, and a kid or two.
🎨 Creative & Screen-Free Play
- Ooly Sparkle Gel Markers + Twist Stick Pastels – Arts and crafts made easy for rainy cabin days.
- Hoyle Waterproof Playing Cards + Waterproof Uno – Boat-proof, beach-proof games the whole family loves.
- Silicone Training Cup + Straw – Spill-resistant and picnic perfect for toddlers.
🍉 Summer Hosting Made Easy
- Baskets + Parchment Liners – See ya paper plates, hello cost effective summer eating with clean-up made effortless.
- Wood Cutting Board + Electric Lighter – Prep, serve, and light the grill or fire pit in style.
- Solo Stove – Bonfire magic with way less smoke. A summer staple!
- JBL Mini Speaker – Tunes for lake days, pool hangs, or backyard dance parties.
🚲 Outdoor Adventures, Upgraded
- Rechargeable Bike Lights + Wheel Lights – Night rides just got safer and cooler.
- Portable Air Pump – Floaties, tires, you name it. This one’s a lifesaver especially when bringing floats out for a lake day… inflate on the spot!
- Weighted Vest – Add a little challenge to those stroller walks or solo hikes.
🏖️ Mom-Hacks for Travel + Beach Days
- Beach Mesh Bag – Sand falls out, and it holds all the things especially those coveted Petoskey Stones!
- Dock & Bay Quick-Dry Towels – Slim, soft, and dry in a flash.
- Rechargeable Misting Stroller Fan – Cool the kiddos down anywhere, anytime.
- Baby Sun Hat – Practical, protective, and ridiculously cute.
🧼 Clean & Calm the Chaos
- Miss Mouth’s Stain Spray – Ketchup? Popsicles? Mystery goo? Gone.
- Broom & Dustpan Set – Lightweight and perfect for porches or campers.
- Indoor Fruit Fly Trap – Because fruit flies always try to ruin the fun.
- Jolie Filtering Shower Head – Turns your water into a gentle, post-lake rinse spa moment.
- Tan-Luxe Illuminating Serum – Because your face deserves a glow-up too.
✨ You can find all 38 summer favorites in one place on our Amazon Storefront!
Here’s to lake days, late sunsets, and less stress. These picks help you spend more time making memories—and less time searching for missing goggles or scrubbing popsicle stains.
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