Packing the baby when we travel can be complicated. We must take into account everything we will need during the trip but we must also consider that we cannot carry the house in tow, as that would make the trip heavier.
So, What things are basic and really essential when we go on vacation with the baby? We share some tips and ideas.
The first thing we will have to consider is the age of our baby, since according to her the things we will take will depend. To facilitate it better, we will divide it into four sections: clothing and footwear, drinks and food, hygiene and health, and finally, other essentials.
Clothes and shoes
We start with what is easier: our children's clothes and shoes. This We will decide based on two things: the days we will be traveling and the age of our baby. It is common for babies to get dirty clothes of milk, food (if they have already started complementary feeding), pee or poop, so the ideal thing is to take some extra changes to be prevented in case of an accident, however we must not exaggerate.
I recommend take one change for each day, one extra for each day that we are traveling from one place to another and one more for half of the days we go. Thus, if we go on a trip to a nearby destination on a Wednesday and return on a Sunday, we will need a total of nine changes of clothes: two for the outward journey, five for the three days that we are at our destination and two for the way back.
If your child does not usually get your clothes dirty, you can do without a change, or if accidents are part of your daily life, it is best to bring an extra change for each day of the trip. In case you know that there will be an opportunity to wash clothes during the trip, you can reduce the number of changes, and if not, fortunately the baby's clothes are small. I also recommend you take a hat to cover you from the sun.
As for footwear, if your child still does not walk there is no need to wear shoes, socks will be enough to cover his feet in case it is cold. And speaking of the weather, although we travel to some hot destination some means of transport usually have very fresh air conditioning, so it is advisable to take a light and a thick blanket.
Drinks and food
If you breastfeed, this point is resolved. In case I take a bottle we will have to pack what is necessary to feed him: Bring the bottles that are taken in one day (so that we only have the opportunity to wash them at night or in the morning), store the powdered milk in a tightly closed canister and bring enough water for the first day of the trip. Unless your destination is an isolated place, bottled water can be purchased at the supermarket.
If your child has already started with solids and can eat the same thing that we are also resolved. In case it is necessary to prepare porridge, you can choose to take a children's kitchen robot, which are usually practical and small. If you can not bring prepared food, you can buy baby food in the supermarket or a pharmacy.
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Hygiene and health
In this section we will try to be as practical as possible, because it is very common that we take things in excess thinking about the "just in case".
Diapers and wet wipes. You just have to take what is necessary for the first days, for the rest we can buy them in the place where we stay. In case we travel to an isolated place then we will have to prepare and carry enough for each day of the trip.
A kit with the basics. Although we should not put the whole house in the suitcase, we should take some precautions and bring a small kit that includes the medicines for the most common ailments: diarrhea, vomiting and fever, as well as a creampie for chafing. Important also carry a thermometer and sunscreen.
Other essentials
In addition to the things we have already listed, there are others that are also basic and necessary for traveling with a baby.
Toys or some stuffed animal. They will be useful for keeping your baby entertained during the trip if it is long, as well as keeping him calm by having something known in a strange place.
Carriola or scarf? The decision is completely yours. If your baby still does not feel it is best to resort to porting, it is more practical, it does not take up as much space as a stroller and you can also use the scarf as a blanket in case of cold. The stroller is a good option for walks or long walks when your baby already sits, it is best to carry a folding and lightweight stroller.
A child restraint system, in case of traveling by car, appropriate to the age and weight of your baby.
What can you leave at home
The cradle. Many hotels have available the service of renting a cot during your stay. If you do not have it, if your baby is small you can opt for a bassinet. Another less complicated option is to sleep in the same bed as the baby, so you won't have to carry anything.
The bathtub. For this you can carry an inflatable bathtub, which you can easily store in a small space in your suitcase, or simply bathe with your baby.
What do you wear when traveling on vacation with your baby? Is there anything you would add or remove from the list?
