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How to Have the Best Summer Ever!

June 12, 2016 By Lena

If the weather forecast is any indication, summer in Canada has unofficially arrived.

Welcome, heat!

Summertime is for long walks and short naps. It’s for picnics by the lake, ice cream by the side of the road and drinks on the patio. And for one lucky Canadian, it could be a much-needed family vacation.

Have you entered the Banana Boat Canada My Best Summer Hacks Contest? Think of your best tip for summer fun, and share it via Banana Boat Canada’s Facebook contest by submitting a photo and short description. Your Mommy Hack could be featured as the Hack of the Week,  plus, you could win $2,500 towards a summer vacation for the family!
12555915_1671703529777420_2084205620_nNow I’ve already shared three of my favourite “Mom Hacks” for applying sunscreen on kiddos, but you didn’t think I’d leave you with just a handful did you? Here are three more of my tried-and-true hacks for protecting my children – easy, peasy, lemon-squeezy! 

1. Set a timer. My kids understand that two minutes is a relatively short time; anything over five minutes feels a lot longer (read: an eternity) to them. So I get out my trusty egg timer to prove to them that sunscreen application – while it sometimes feels like a chore – is actually only a two-minute process, which is hardly an ordeal. Then I set my timer and do my best to beat the clock! (And I always do!)

2. Use a “magic” lotion. With the NEW Banana Boat SunComfort Lotion, sand easily brushes off thanks to its unique lightweight formula. That’s right, no more sticky mess! So if you’re headed to the beach, dare your kids to get covered in sand… and then watch them shake it off. Banana Boat SunComfort is now available in travel size lotion and travel size continuous spray, so it’s the perfect partner to have on hand for those last minute summer adventures.

3. Make it a habit. May I remind you that sunscreen application, similar to brushing ones teeth or combing ones hair, should be a daily ritual – all year round. The very best way to easily apply sunscreen on your children is to ensure it’s a rule, not an exception. Make it a habit and it will become part of their routine until they’re old enough to effectively and safely take over application duties.

Wishing all my friends a safe and happy summer! And don’t forget to enter My Best Summer Hacks Contest; contest ends at 11:59:59 AM ET on June 29, 2016. Good luck!

Filed Under: Family Tagged With: Banana Boat SunComfort Sunscreen Lotion, sun safety tips

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  1. Debbie Bashford

    June 13, 2016 at 6:52 am

    I love the timer idea!

  2. kathy downey

    June 13, 2016 at 9:41 am

    Thanks you certainly got it down right i love the timer idea.

  3. Stephanie LaPlante

    June 13, 2016 at 2:36 pm

    Banana Boat is our favorite brand of sunscreen. This promotion sounds like fun.

  4. Elizabeth Matthiesen

    June 16, 2016 at 2:22 pm

    I like the fact that there’s now a travel size lotion, that would be plenty for me for when I’m out and about.

  5. jaimeem

    June 19, 2016 at 3:06 pm

    Making it a habit is key to protecting their skin. Have to remember to apply evenly everytime they head out side in to the sun.

  6. Athena

    June 21, 2016 at 8:48 pm

    Bring on the summer!

  7. Treen Goodwin

    June 23, 2016 at 11:18 am

    Great pic , banana boat is awesome sunscreen , the timer idea is awesome !

  8. Athena

    June 25, 2016 at 2:36 pm

    Perfect hacks!

  9. Debbie Bashford

    July 5, 2016 at 6:52 am

    picked up some to give it a try

  10. kathy downey

    July 15, 2016 at 9:17 am

    Banana Boat is our favorite brand of sunscreen,i love the beach photo fun

  11. Cheryl

    July 22, 2016 at 11:54 am

    Banana boat sunscreen is the best on the market! It’s all we use!

  12. DARLENE WISSENZ

    July 29, 2016 at 1:48 pm

    Being prepared and using Banana Boat sunscreen is a great idea

  13. DARLENE WISSENZ

    August 17, 2016 at 12:38 pm

    always have your sunscreen nearby so you can reapply when needed

  14. kathy downey

    September 2, 2016 at 12:28 pm

    Oh summer i am so going to miss you….use your sunscreen all year long

  15. Julie Hartwig

    February 9, 2017 at 10:59 am

    This post makes me nostolgic for summer, I cannot wait! Why does winter have to last so long?

  16. Susan T.

    March 7, 2017 at 12:56 pm

    Nothing worse than sand stuck in your sticky sunscreen. I’ll have to pick up some of SunComfort!

  17. Debbie White Beattie

    August 7, 2017 at 8:35 pm

    I remember as a kid I was outside from morning till night and as a teen I loved to bake in the sun but the sun is much more intense now and we all need to be protected.

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