The Six Game-Changing Products We’re Taking On Family Vacation This Summer

With just one hand, Colugo’s compact umbrella stroller folds up easily and fits in the overhead bin of almost any airplane.

This stroller from DTC brand Colugo is, to quote the brand itself, “perfectly designed.” At 16 pounds, it’s incredibly lightweight and can be folded down with just one hand, making it an easy fit for the airplane’s overhead bin and tight spaces like museums or sidewalks. It also features a machine washable seat (that comes in eight chic colorways), a UPF 50+ canopy, multiple position seat recline, and a storage basket that rivals your big stroller’s. It would be the perfect option for somewhere like Disneyland or even crowded European cities.

Newton’s newly launched non-toxic travel crib comes in an easy-to-carry bag and offers 2x the space compared to the average pack & play.

Newton Baby makes our favorite crib mattress, so of course we were jumping for joy when they recently released their latest product – a travel crib, made from the same amazing breathable fabric that provides firmness, comfort, and support for baby. This one will last you longer too – it’s much larger than your typical travel crib, so for those of you in the awkward my-baby-no-longer-fits-in-a-pack-&-play-but-is-too-small-for-the-hotel-rollaway phase, this one’s for you. We also love that it doubles as a play space, which is great for hotel rooms or rental homes that aren’t fully baby-proofed.

This tiny but mighty sound machine is essential for a good night’s sleep on the go.

White noise is critical to ensuring your little one gets a good night’s sleep, but most home machines are too bulky to bring with you on the go. This portable version is, well, a dream. At only 3.2 inches in diameter, it’s tiny enough to pack in a carry-on or purse, and is great for use in the stroller, carseat, or crib. The rechargeable battery lives for up to 48 hours (meaning it won’t turn off in the middle of the night, like many of its competitors) and it offers 7 different calming sound options, so you can pick which works best for you. I may or may not use this when traveling myself…

With one motion, the Doona car seat turns into a stroller, making travel a breeze.

Don’t let the price tag on this one fool you – it’s actually two products in one! The world’s first fully integrated travel system, this car seat quite literally turns into a stroller, making traveling with an infant infinitely easier (read: less stuff, fewer disrupted naps, and more). We love that it can be opened and closed with one simple motion, it meets all the highest safety standards (and has important safety features, like a 5-point harness and adjustable handlebar), and pairs with Doona’s newest product, SensAlert, to keep your child extra safe. Plus, it's used by practically every celebrity, so naturally we have to have it!

When it comes to warm summer days, it doesn’t get any cuter than Weezie’s miniature cover ups. Made from ultra-lightweight 100% organic long-staple cotton (that’s OEKO-TEX® certified, btw), these are so easy to throw into a beach or pool bag. I especially love having them on hand for beach vacations, when carrying a bunch of heavy towels around isn’t a great option. They’re soft and hypo-allergenic so the kids won’t complain, and the zip up front makes them easy to get on and off. For a bit of extra personalization, choose from 11 different fonts and 14 different thread colors to add a sweet monogram.

We love Bentgo’s new kids water bottle for staying hydrated in the sun.

In a seemingly endless journey to find a kid's water bottle that doesn’t leak, but is lightweight enough to carry around, I finally found the holy grail. This option from Bentgo features a super well-designed and extremely leak-proof lid that’s still easy enough for kids to open and close on their own. And while I typically prefer stainless steel or glass water bottles, those tend to be heavy and not very kid-friendly, so I appreciate that these are made with high quality BPA-free Tritan that’s even top-rack dishwasher safe! The silicone handle is great for tiny hands to carry, making one less thing for mom to lug around :).