August Cool Things
Mini-Cycle’s Essential Summer Accessories when Travelling with Kids
With its summer collection, the zero-waste kids’ fashion company offers adorable sustainable brands for the whole family (both new and pre-loved). From long-sleeved swimsuits to polarized UV400 sunglasses, waffle ponchos and graphic t-shirts, these are all must-haves at the beach. The best part? Whenever your kids outgrow their clothes, Mini-Cycle will buy them back. $14.00 + for New, Re-Loved $8.00 + available at mini-cycle.com
Pleated Pack 18L by Forward With Design (FWD)
The essential everyday pack, this is great for everyone in your household. Designed to carry everything you need to go from home to summer camp to dinner. This backpack features a removable sweat gear bag so the kids can keep dirty, sweaty clothes separate. A quick-access internal laptop sleeve keeps an iPad secure and makes it easy to remove. $65.00 CAD available at forwardwithdesign.com
Levi’s Poster Logo Bucket Hat
Levi’s designed a lightweight, packable bucket hat that’s perfect for everyday adventures. For an unmistakable Levi’s touch, this ‘90s darling has been upgraded with the classic poster logo. $40.00 CDN available at levi.com
On The Go Hip Pack by Forward With Design (FWD)
The perfect companion for day excursions when only the bare necessities are needed. Back zipper pocket keeps valuables safe but accessible. Internal compartments help to organize small items. Change up the colours according to your mood and style with the removable shoulder straps. Different sizes are available, which also allows kids to wear it. $40.00 CAD available at forwardwithdesign.com
Yeti Lowlands® Blanket
The Lowlands Blanket makes every outdoor concert, tailgate, or backcountry post-up into your personal basecamp. This one-of-a-kind blanket features a waterproof utility layer, a soft insulated interior, and is ultra-comfortable for any terrain. It’s designed to repel dirt, burrs, and pet hair. The blanket is 55 in x 78 in unfolded.
$250.00 CDN available at yeti.ca
Smart Snack Hacks with Quark
Feeding a baby can be tricky – especially while travelling. Quark founders’ biggest parenting challenge inspired them to develop intelligently designed baby products so they could simplify the everyday tasks of parenting. These lifesavers are your go-to for easy on-the-go feeding. Fruit feeder Fruuti™ the better choice: with its advanced rotary propulsion technology, it includes three safe extrusion tip sizes, and is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning/sterilization. $21.99 CAD Storii™, the all-purpose food storage container, provides a leak-proof seal with a secure latch and an integrated clip-in ice pack to preserve meals and snacks for the whole family. $19.99 CAD both products are available at quarkbaby.com
