When traveling with an infant, it is essential that the appropriate items are packed. Don’t overpack; leave room for anything essential.
Make sure that you include diapers, wipes, clothing, formula or breastfeeding supplies, bottles, pacifiers and blankets, any necessary medications and this lightweight travel car seat that folds flat into airline overhead bins for easier travel.
Diaper Bag
As any parent knows, packing for a vacation with their infant requires more than simply an outfit and pair of shoes. There are diapers, wipes, bottles and nipples (if bottle-feeding), snacks, formula (or equipment for pumping breast milk) to consider; there’s also comfort items and toys.
When shopping for a travel diaper bag, select one with intuitive pockets and compartments that keep things neatly organized and easy to access. In addition, look for light-colored bags as it will make spotting wet items easier in low light environments.
One essential item when traveling with baby is a multipurpose blanket such as the Halo wearable blanket that looks like pajamas – perfect for flights, trains or cars! Additionally, this wearable blanket serves two functions – sleeping sack and snuggly cover for long trips!
For longer trips, consider packing a portable crib or bassinet such as the Dream On Me Zazu Cradling Swing to provide your infant with an familiar environment to sleep in while traveling. Furthermore, contact your accommodations before hand and inquire if any baby amenities exist or can provide anything necessary – for instance some hotels provide bathtubs and cribs on-site which will help facilitate an easier trip while reducing the need for your own supplies.
Baby Wipes
Pack an ample supply of baby wipes for quick and effective cleanup during travel, whether your little one has an explosion of diaper-based accidents or simply spews up excessively. Also bring along a small tub of diaper rash cream in case they experience discomfort while traveling.
When selecting the appropriate baby wipes for travel, it’s essential to consider both your infant’s skin type and budget in order to narrow down your options. Unscented or sensitive wipes tend to be optimal choices for babies with sensitive skin while eco-friendly options should always be considered when looking to lessen environmental impact on trips.
Before your trip, it can be helpful to test out new travel items (like wipes) at home to gain a better idea of their performance and fit within your diaper bag. That way, you can rest easy knowing they will provide high quality performance on your getaway!
Seventh Generation Fragrance-Free Wipes are highly recommended by experts, being dermatologist-recommended and hypoallergenic. Containing 99% water with aloe vera and shea butter for extra nourishment and free from fragrance, alcohol, phtalates, parabens and phthalates; they even feature an easy flip-top lid dispensing system to ensure every wipe remains moist – an excellent solution for parents looking for something beyond basic quality wipes!
Sun Hat
Sun hats are essential items to bring on vacation with them in order to protect children against the UV rays of the sun and avoid sunburns. They should be worn by both babies, toddlers and kids of all ages in order to safeguard against overexposure to direct sunlight.
Many toddler sun hats are designed with traveling parents in mind and fold or roll up for easy storage in a diaper bag or stroller pocket. Plus, they come in fun colors and patterns for added flair!
A machine-washable sun hat offers plenty of sun protection with an SPF 50 rating, so your kiddo will stay shaded all day while at the beach, pool or playground. Plus it comes in multiple sizes with adjustable straps and features a breakaway removable chin cord to avoid choking!
A cotton sun hat from beklina that they both consider an excellent travel choice due to its wide brim that provides full coverage. Additionally, its lightweight material makes packing it simple while its internal drawstring ensures it maintains its shape even when folded up.
Baby Bathing Suit
An exciting beach day for babies requires keeping them hydrated, so be sure to pack plenty of water, milk/formula and snacks such as fruit or waffle sandwiches. Bubbles can also keep the little one entertained; they love swatting at them while watching them float freely through the air!
Sun protection for babies is also a must, so pack a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses and mineral-based sunscreen with at least an SPF 30 rating. A tent or umbrella may provide shade as an additional measure.
Baby skin can easily be damaged by sun, salt water and chlorine found in pools and oceans, so we highly suggest packing a rashguard swimsuit to protect their delicate skin and keep them comfortable while being in the water. Not only is its adorable design adorable with its ruffled sleeves and skirted trunks but its eco-friendly fabric helps shield delicate infant skin while drying quickly for maximum comfort – plus there’s also an easy diaper area snap closure feature for quick diaper changes.
Travel bathtubs are another convenient addition to your beach bag, ideal for road trips and camping with infants. Foldable tubs that fit easily into your vehicle or trunk provide easy bathing on-the-go; come equipped with an angled headrest so your infant’s head remains above water level, and are designed to fit most sinks for convenient bathing on-the-go.
Baby Wrap Carrier
Parents know that infants require lots of gear when traveling. But to prevent bringing along an abundance of unnecessary items or opting for a Mary Poppins suitcase of all the essential baby gear, only pack what’s essential and leave behind anything unnecessary. Good news if space or weight limit restrictions prevent this option; rental products are available at most vacation destinations!
Even if you are an expert packer and travel light, it’s still possible that there will be some baby items you forget. Thankfully, there are helpful travel hacks available that can help ensure your vacation runs smoothly while saving time when packing for baby.
Baby wrap carriers like geminibaby are designed to fold up easily for transport by plane and backseat passengers alike.
Aside from that, you can also bring spray bottles which can be an easy and efficient way to keep infants cool on the beach, by filling them with water that is cooler than the ocean and misting them when their temperature becomes too much.
Bring along some baby sunglasses to help protect the eyes from direct sunlight and add some fashion statement! Plus, they make for great fashion statements too – plus there are options with straps so they won’t fall off when playing in the sand or splashing about near water!
Baby Feeding Items
As it’s easy to imagine, baby and infant travel essentials can quickly fill an entire suitcase by themselves. When flying, be sure to inquire with the airline regarding how many suitcases per family they allow before packing your child with an acceptable number of items to avoid overpacking (and potentially paying extra baggage fees).
If your baby is breastfeeding or eating solids, consider packing several days’ worth of food in case of delays or unexpected situations, such as milk spit-up during flight. Pack foods that are easy to digest but take up less room like pouches or pre-packaged baby cereal; additionally bring along at least two or three bottles with nipples and bottle brush to keep everyone satisfied during travel.
Your child will undoubtedly enjoy having toys to play with during their flight and some familiar comfort items, like their favorite stuffed animal or blanket, in their travel bag. Look for toys that attach easily to strollers or can easily be cleaned; those that can attach easily may be beneficial as well as items they won’t get enough of at home, like books and music players.
