When I arrived in Fort Myers this summer, I was really excited about going to the beach. Like REALLY excited. I was going to go every day! The kids were going to love it! I was going to get a tan! Before we set off I made sure we were well prepared for our sandy day. We had beach chairs and an umbrella packed, beach towels, a cooler packed with ice cold drinks and snacks. Shed loads of sun cream and hats. Mrs prepared or what.
We set out on our first trip with my my 8, 6 and 3 year old. We slapped on the suncream and made our way out to the sand. The beach at Fort Myers is gorgeous, I could barely set my bags down before all three kids were waist deep in the water. They love the beach and swimming in the ocean. Although if i’m honest I have never really been a lover of the beach, but all that has changed, I actually sat right down on the shoreline with Rex and let him splash around while the waves and sand rolled over us.
We spent our morning splashing in the waves near the shore, building royal forts and castles in the sand. The kids had competitions to see who could collect the most shells along the beach. I thoroughly enjoyed running in and out of the sea with my 3 little babes. I could play at the beach all day and watch theses three crazies explore. After we were finished frolicking in the waves we surprisingly managed a picnic lunch at the beach with no sand being eaten or kicked in people's eyes. God knows how we managed it but hallelujah to that. Dare I say it, I actually found it quite peaceful and relaxing, Watching the kids tuck in whilst watching the waves roll up the shore.
The kids had been admiring the sail boats and jet skis whizzing by in the distance. I have always loved to ride them since I was a kid. My parents used to take me on them and we would race along the sea together. I asked the kids if they would like to give it a go? It will be a first for the kids and what an experience and great memory it will be for them. No need to guess at their answer.
So we hired 3 jet skis, Sam my dad and I with 1 little fish each to ride along the ocean along the shore at fort Myers beach. I could hear the kids laughter as we zoomed upon the waves. Sand in our toes and sea salt in our hair with not a care in the world. What a thrill.
After all that fun the kids were pooped and so was I. Running round after 3 tiny humans in the baking heat can take out of you. Im one tired mama.We gathered our belongings dusted the kids down with baby powder and packed our van up. What a fabulous day.The beach is where memories are made, and I hope my kids remember frolicking in the sand and water, exploring nature, and feeling the wind in their hair.
Some of my tips for great ways to make beach experiences with little ones fantastic.
Pack sun cream. So so important, especially for the little ones delicate skin. It's usually baking hot at the beach with no shelter, where your exposed to the blistering sun and beach breeze which is sneakily deceiving. So slap on the factor 50 enjoy the beach and be sure to re apply throughout the day. I would also advice buying or hiring an umbrella.This a great investment, as you and your kids can spend way longer at the beach while basking in the shade. Last but not least avoiding Sand in the snacks. I’m still trying to find a good way to solve this one. Bring talcum powder with you, throw it on your child, and like magic, the sand comes off. I found this useful not only when leaving the beach, but right before eating snacks and/or lunch, as there is nothing worse than eating sand. Nothing.
So there you have it a day at the beach with the Fishers with a few little handy tips thrown in for good measure.
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