By Stephanie Wilson
WUSA9.com

WASHINGTON, DC (WUSA) -- Pretty soon, families will head to the beach, camp grounds or amusement parks this summer.

But, safety expert Joe Godbout says there are some things you shouldn't leave without.

He shares some summer safety must haves for you and your family.

The Safety Turtle Wireless Wristband Alarm, $235. A combination of wireless signal-outfitted wristband and a wireless base station receiver that sounds an alarm the instant a child falls or ventures into the water. The base station can be positioned anywhere between pool/waterside and 1500 feet away (depending on model desired).

Baby Otter Pool Safety Awareness System, $19. Two DVDs, an animated one for kids called "Swimming Safety Rules for Kids. A second one for adults, "Is Your Child's Life Worth 10 Minutes?: A visual Pool Owners Guide". The children's video is designed to teach young children important points of pool safety in an entertaining way, helping them understand and remember as much as possible. The video for parents uses a step-by-step approach to give parents the right tools to safeguard their children and keep them from becoming a drowning statistic. Also included is a companion coloring book, designed reinforce the content of the children's DVD.

The Sport-Brella, $70. This unique umbrella gives you instant protection from the sun, rain and wind with it's domed shape, side flaps and 125 SPF. The action open mechanism allows it to be set up in just three seconds and fits the family or the whole team. Includes tops wind vents, side zippered windows for efficient airflow and additional visibility, internal pockets for gear and valuables and convenient carry bag and tethers/ground stakes for use when necessary for additional stability.

ThermaCell Mini Lantern, $10. It's the only pocket-sized, cordless, portable area insect repellent device on the market. The Mini Lantern provides 98% protection from all biting insects within a 15ft x 15ft. (225 square foot) area, more effective than any other insect-repellent item available (50 times more the protection than coils or citronella candles and 30 times longer lasting than battery operated devices). Great for any outdoor setting, it's inconspicuous at only 4 inches tall, silent and odorless. Simply press the easy-on button, and the Mini Lantern easily ignites without any need for matches or lighters.

Who's Shoes ID, $8. Helps to reunite parents and caretakers with their children as quickly as possible, and decrease the likelihood of children getting injured or kidnapped due to to the child not being able to communicate their parents' or caretakers' contact information. The Who's Shoe ID easily and discreetly attaches to all types of shoes, sandals, belts, and swimsuits, for example, and contains emergency information. Excellent for vacations or even daily outings. The kit includes two iD bands, photo ID card for parents to carry, DNA collection instructions, and travel safety tips.

Pottyflip, $24 for a pack of 12. A full-size, clean, safe, portable, disposable and biodegradable child potty that folds out from a palm-sized package. This environmentally-friendly potty is easy to carry several in any purse or handbag. It is also easy to use. Just unwrap, flip open and it is ready to go. After use, fold it back up and dispose of the whole potty. No mess, no fuss. No more dirty public restroom seats or trying to find some hidden corner for your child to go to the bathroom.

Air Alert, $35. This device alerts drivers when their tires are getting low by immediately flashing when pressure has dropped 4 psi from the original pressure, improving safety and fuel efficiency. It's a small valve cap that replaces the standard tire valve cap and flashes brightly. It's visible to the driver from any angle approaching the vehicle.