Travelling with a baby
Wondering what to pack for a baby when traveling? We know it can seem a little daunting, how can someone so tiny, need so much stuff?
Take a look at our list of essential items you’ll need for an easy-going trip and shop from our travel collection.
- Portable white noise machine - we love the Baby Shusher and the Yogasleep portable mini sound machine with it's handy nightlight
- Portable black out blinds
- Cozigo sleep and sun bassinet cover
- Travel pram
- Baby carrier
- Portable cot - we love the Baby Bjorn and AeroMoov
- Portable change mat or clutch
- Hand sanitiser
- Swim nappy (if going somewhere sunny)
- Sunscreen
- Nappy bag - we love the backpack style for travel
- Subo food bottle
- Isothermal meal pouch
- Age appropriate toys/activities
Some of our favourite, travel friendly toys and activities
- Scrunch beach sets (foldable and perfect for travel)
- Hey Doodle colour in placement
- Water painting - mess free and ideal for portable play
- Books
- Mushie press toys
- Stickers
- We also love the portable play mat from Jnr Life that comes in a handy canvas bag, perfect for taking with you on your travels.
Other items to remember to pack
- Your little one's comforter/favourite toy/blanket
- Nappies and nappy rash cream
- Wipes
- Disposable nappy bags
- Toiletries and nail scissors - we love the nail care kit from Haakaa
- First aid kit and thermometer (it's not a bad idea to pack your nasal aspirator or Snotty Boss)
- Dummies (if using)
- Bedding, a blanket/swaddle that smells like home is always a good idea
- Baby monitor (if portable and traveling with one)
- Pram rain cover
- Nightlight (battery powered fairy lights can work well too)
- Sleeping suits/bags and weather appropriate clothing
- Sun hat
Feeding items
- Snacks, snacks and more snacks
- Bottles/teats (if bottle feeding) plus cleaning brush
- Sippy cup
- Medela quick clean bags for sterilising bottles/teat (can be done in a microwave)
- Any age appropriate feeding equipment/utensils
- Bib
- Maternity bra, nipple cream, breast pads, breast pump and breastmilk storage bags (if breastfeeding)
- Formula (if formula feeding) - a lot of places sell sachets which are handy for travel
- Meal storage/containers eg: yummy pouch, snack container, snack cup, isothermal meal pouch, isothermal portions, lunchbox
Lastly, it's a good idea to check ahead with airline or accomodation for allowances, what they provide, what is available to hire etc.
and last but not least, don't forget their passport:) and go make memories!