Your Ultimate Sun-Safe Summer Checklist (Mum-Friendly Guide)

If you’re a busy mum trying to get everyone out the door in one piece (let alone sun-safe), you know the struggle is real. Summer hits and suddenly you need hats, sunnies, SPF, shade, water bottles… and somehow it all disappears between the car, pram and beach bag.

This simple, mum-to-mum checklist is your stress-free guide to staying protected all summer — featuring the essentials we actually use, and grounded in Ombra & Sole’s core mission: making sun safety stylish, easy, and part of your everyday routine.

Use it as a blog resource, save it to your phone, or download the printable version to share with family and friends.

Why Sun Safety Matters More Than Ever (Especially for Kids)

Living in Australia means UV levels are high even on cloudy days. Kids’ skin and eyes are more sensitive, so building healthy habits early is one of the best gifts we can give them.

At Ombra & Sole, our focus is simple: UPF50 hats, UV400 polarised kids’ sunglasses, durable family-friendly fabrics, and giving back $1 per hat to melanoma research. Sun safety with purpose.

Your Sun-Safe Summer Checklist

To make life easier, I’ve broken everything down into simple checklists you can use for the car, the beach bag, and everyday outings — so you’re never caught out in the sun unprepared

CAR KIT

Keep these permanently packed so you're always prepared for a quick park stop or a spontaneous beach detour.

  • UPF50 spare hats for babies, kids + adults
  • Kids’ UV400 polarised sunglasses (flexible, unbreakable)
  • SPF50+ sunscreen
  • Wipes for messy fingers, wiping off spills and mishaps with sunscreen.
  • Water bottles
  • Lightweight sand-free hooded towel
  • Mini first-aid kit (band-aids, balm)

YOUR DAILY BAG

The quick “before we leave” scan every mum needs:

BEACH BAG ESSENTIALS

Save this for the hotter days when you're out for longer:

  • UPF50 hats for the family
  • Kids’ UV400 polarised sunnies for glare protection for those delicate eyes
  • Sand-free hooded beach towel
  • SPF50+ sunscreen (face + body)
  • UPF50 rated rashies or long-sleeve swimwear
  • Snacks + water
  • Shade tent or umbrella!
  • Reusable wet bag

PARK & PLAYGROUND PACK

Perfect for morning or afternoon outings:

  • Comfy, adjustable UPF50 hats that stay on (our dad caps, 5 panel or bucket hats)
  • Backup sunnies (you can never have enough pairs)
  • Sunscreen stick/ spray for fast top-ups
  • Lightweight towel or mat
  • Water!  especially in the heat

How Ombra & Sole Makes Sun Safety Easier

Our products are designed by a mum who’s been through sun scares herself. Every product exists to make your life easier:

  • UPF 50 hats in breathable cotton, suede, corduroy and denim, with adjustable straps, 100% cotton lined
  • Kids’ polarised UV400 sunglasses that protect developing eyes
  • Sand-free hooded towels for beach-to-car convenience
  • Family-matching styles that kids actually want to wear
  • Mission-driven purpose, with every hat supporting melanoma research

Because sun safety shouldn’t be stressful — it should be simple, stylish, and second nature.

Download Your Printable Checklist

Perfect for your fridge, car, nappy bag or sharing with your mum community.

✅ Download our printable checklist! 

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