The following post was written by Olympic athlete and mom Kerri Walsh, two-time gold medalist in beach volleyball. The mother of two, one being a newborn, shares her essential gear (and then some) for active moms.

- Whisper Ride Buggy: We bought one of these for our son Joey at 10 months. I wish we would have done it so much earlier because it's his all-time favorite. We sassed it up with some cool stickers and now his ride is unique and as cool as can be.
- Patemm Waterproof Changing Pad with storage. These are brilliant! Super cute, very convenient, and perfect for mommies on the go. Machine washable!
- Oakley Frogskin Sunglasses: All moms, and especially new moms, need a little extra help on those mornings that start at the crack of dawn. Tired, puffy, red eyes can be accessorized and covered up with these great sunglasses. They have a classic design, come in various colors, and look good on all face shapes. They have been a staple in my life!
- MD Moms Baby Silk Babysafe Sunscreen Towelettes: These towelettes make the tough task of lubing up your child for a day in the sun so much easier. They are SPF 30 and offer broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection. Less mess and quicker application.
For more useful mommy gear, keep on reading.