Here is a list of things to think about before traveling with a baby. Going to the grandparents, taking a camping trip, or cruising around the world requires some planning before leaving on your adventure together. Hopefully these tips will save you time and money as you travel with a baby. I believe experiencing new things is important for you and your baby, so get out of the house and travel!
- Pack Baby Clothes in a Separate Bag From Your Own- When you pack the baby clothes and your own clothes in one bag, finding those little clothes are hard to find. Instead of creating a scavenger hunt for yourself pack the little clothes in a separate bag.
- Don’t Bring Too Many Diapers- A day or two before leaving on a trip count how many diapers you use that day. Then only bring the amount of diapers for the days you are gone, plus a few extra. Remember enough wipes too!
- Pack Baby Food In Multiple Containers- I read a story about a woman who dumped all the formula she had on the floor while on a cruise. Let’s both learn a lesson from this story by packing baby food in multiple containers so there will not be this type of accident. If you are breastfeeding you may need to think about putting extra milk in different containers. A Infant Travel Chair may also be needed if you baby is a little older.
- Bring Easy to Pack Toys- Bring flat or easy to store and carry toys with you on your trip.
- Plan a Sleeping Place- A pack in play in a great place for a baby to sleep while traveling. If the pack and play is too big to bring with you, they do sell other devices for your baby to stay in one place so you can both sleep sound at night.
- Bath Time- Remember your baby soap. I believe bathing your baby is where you are both the most comfortable. Some people can bath them in a sink. Other babies don’t mind a shower. If you prefer a tub you can purchase a collapsible tub one or bring the one you use from home.
- Remember Your Must Haves- I have certain things that I think works best to put the baby to sleep and keep her from crying. Remember to pack these things because if they work for you then why not bring them with you.
- Pack Your Baby Medicine Cabinet- A friend recommended to me putting all the baby medicine in a small finishing tackle box to have organized baby medicine whenever you need it. This may include baby Tylenol, teething gel, and a thermometer. There may not be a 24 hour Walmart where you are traveling.
- Bring a Baby Hat- White soft baby skin burns quickly! You may be outside for longer than you think. A hat can be helpful even when your baby takes a nap in the stroller. I have been told babies under 6 months should not wear suntan lotion. You may want to pack sun tan lotion.
- How You Will Carry Your Baby?- You may have a personal baby carrier or a stroller. Think about the terrain when deciding what to pack.
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