Pool bag checklist for baby/toddler

Sometimes it’s just so much work to go anywhere with a baby or toddler. I mean… they just seem to need so much stuff! You need a pool bag checklist.

But getting out of the house to enjoy the pool on a hot, summer day is definitely worth it. Especially if you have an organized pool bag all packed and ready to go.

I have three kids: 5, 3, and 10 months. Here’s what I pack in my pool bag. Trust me, if I can do it- you can, too!

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Oh, and be sure to scroll to the bottom to download a printable checklist of all these items.

The big stuff

Towels: I bring one for every person who is coming to the pool
Swimsuits and covers: Or just have everyone wear their swimsuits to the pool
Change of clothes: Optional. Everyone could always just wear their swimsuits back home again.
Flotation devices: If any of your kids use them, be sure to toss those into the bag.
Wet bag: I include a wet/dry bag, like this one, for wet swimsuits.

The little stuff

A small bag/pouch: One of these works great to keep all the little stuff together inside of your big pool bag
Sunscreen: I also like to include a sunscreen stick, like this one, for my kids’ faces. They are seriously so easy.
Sunglasses
Hair brush and hair ties: I love my mini wet brush.
Phone
Keys
Money: Cash (or passes) to get in, and/or money for the snack shop
Band-Aids
Auro Dri: Auro Dri (2 pack here) comes in super handy when you can’t get the water out of your ears.
Chapstick
Hand sanitizer
Goggles
Shampoo / body wash: I have my kids take a shower before we leave. This combination body wash and shampoo makes it really simple.

For your baby/toddler

Diaper changing supplies (including swim diapers): I keep regular diapers, swim diapers, and wipes in the “dry” section of my wet/dry bag.
Nursing cover or formula & bottle: If your baby will need to eat while you are out
Pacifier
Sun hat
Toys

Other

Water bottles: I love this amazing sippy cup for my baby, and these water bottles for my older girls. Don’t forget to bring water for yourself, too.
Snacks

My pool bag

I got this bag a few years ago (I can’t find the link for this exact one, but if you search for large utility tote you’ll find a lot of options out there.) It is the only bag I own that is big enough to fit our entire family’s supply of towels. Plus snacks, water bottles, etc. This thing is amazing.