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What to Pack when Traveling with a Baby

November 27, 2018 Comments : 17

Traveling with a baby? Unsure of what to pack? Check out this comprehensive list of what you should pack when traveling with a baby. #baby #travel #kids #traveling #Exploremaine
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I have never given much thought about what I would need when traveling with a baby. I didn’t give it much thought until I had to do just that: figure out what Avery needed in order to go on a trip.

We just got back from a little weekend getaway. It was our 3rd annual trip to Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, ME and this year we had a little addition in tow. Since it was our first trip away with Avery and with another one planned in December to Newport, RI, I figured I needed to get my shit together I’d figure out what it really was that I needed to pack to travel with a baby.

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So full disclosure: we were only going for a weekend away and we were driving to our destination. Is you are going for longer or flying with a baby I’m sure you could make small modifications to what I present here to fit your needs.

First thing is first. Make a list. Make a list of everything that you need because even with your list you are bound to forget one or two things. I forgot one important thing which I will share later on.

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1. Diapers: enough for your trip. I planned for at least 6 a day and then added a couple.

2. Wipes: 2 packs.

3. Outfits: one for each day you’ll be gone, include socks and bibs and pack at least one extra outfit.

4. Sleepers: add at least one extra

5. Pack n Play

6. Pack n Play sheets: I packed an extra sheet as well

7. Blanket: I had one extra that I use in Avery’s car seat

8. Bottles: I packed 2 to rotate

9. Dish soap: to wash your bottles and pump parts if applicable. I put this in a small, easily portable container.

10. Pacifier: this is what I forgot. Let’s just say it was not pretty when Avery found out.

11. Pump: as well as all the parts

12. Baby lotion and wash: I also put small amounts in smaller containers linked below.

13. Tylenol with measuring syringe: Avery is teething so this is a must some nights.

14. Trash bags: I actually always keep one in my diaper bag because you never know when an accident may happen.

15. Carrier: sometimes it is just easier to stick Avery in the baby carrier then trying to push a stroller around.

16. Stroller: But don’t forget the stroller. I’ve done that once.

17. Toys: especially tethers. Need to keep the baby entertained somehow.

18. Food and utensils: Avery is super picky about what she eats and loves the mixed purses. So I made sure to bring

19. Outerwear: Hats, gloves, boots. We live in Maine so I literally have to prepare for all the elements especially in November.

20. Portable sound machine: for whatever reason Avery loves listening to the tide coming in when going to bed.

21. Diaper backpack

So I ended up packing 3 bags for our trip. I had my pump bag with the parts, dish soap as well as the bottles. I also happened to put a Tupperware container that I could use to disassemble the pump parts and wash in.

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I also packed Avery’s diaper backpack with diapers, wipes, the extra outfit and a couple of trash bags. I also put Avery’s hat, mittens and jacket in here as well.

Everything else went in Avery’s main travel bag.

Here are the links to what I used to make this travel a little bit easier!

Diapers: Pampers Swaddlers Disposable Baby Diapers Size 3, 168 Count, ONE MONTH SUPPLY

Wipes: Pampers Sensitive Water-Based Baby Diaper Wipes, 9 Refill Packs for Dispenser Tub – Hypoallergenic and Unscented – 576 Count

Pack n Play: Graco Pack n Play at Walmart

Sheets: Graco Play yard Sheet

Travel containers:4 Leak Proof Travel Bottles – 3 oz Travel Containers for Travel Size Toiletries with TSA Quart Bag

Trash Bags: Munchkin Arm & Hammer Diaper Bag Dispenser with Bags, Lavender Scent, Colors May Vary 1 ea

Carrier: Ergobaby Original Award Winning Ergonomic Multi-Position Baby Carrier with X-Large Storage Pocket, Sailor

Sound machine: Portable Owl Sound Machine

Diaper backpack: The one I have is currently unavailable but here is one from Freshly Picked.

So tell me what is a must to pack when traveling with kids or if you don’t have kids tell me what is a must to pack for yourself! I am always looking for suggestions to make my own packing easier.

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  1. BMB says

    November 27, 2018 at 11:03 pm

    If I am somewhere I will not be doing laundry, I bring at least 2 outfits per day. Got to be prepared for the blow outs, drool sessions and food everywhere. Thankfully, we mostly travel places where we can do laundry.

    Reply
  2. Maureen says

    November 27, 2018 at 11:19 pm

    Brilliant reminders! I am definitely sharing this with my first-time mom who is about to embark on a trip. Perfect timing!

    Reply
  3. Gladys Parker says

    November 28, 2018 at 1:55 am

    The pacifier–you forgot the pacifier–that could ruin an entire trip!! I sure hope it didn’t and Avery enjoyed herself. You certainly remembered everything else you needed. I’ll bet you NEVER forget the pacifier again!

    Reply
  4. Hirra Pervaiz says

    November 28, 2018 at 6:42 am

    Now that’s a very helpful lists for people travelling with a baby.

    Reply
  5. Bindu Thomas says

    November 28, 2018 at 6:43 am

    These are some great tips for parents. I will share this with my best friend. She has a little naughty baby. Thanks a lot.

    Reply
  6. Joanna says

    November 28, 2018 at 8:27 am

    I don’t have children but I have a friend who does, and she always packs so much for her baby when she goes away with him. I agree that at the beginning of all packing there should be a list. It’s so much easier to follow it and this way you can make sure you don’t forget anything at home.

    Reply
  7. Maartje van Sandwijk says

    November 28, 2018 at 9:21 am

    Brilliant list! Not a mum but I can imagine it can be so hard to remember everything you need to take with you when travelling with a baby!

    Reply
  8. Sondra Barker says

    November 28, 2018 at 6:56 pm

    I haven’t had to travel with a baby before but these sound excellent tips. I know that if I did I would be stressed out!

    Reply
  9. Shannan P says

    November 29, 2018 at 12:46 am

    This is a great list! It’s been a long time since I had to travel with a baby in tow, but it sounds pretty similar to what I used to pack. Hope you were able to handle the pacifier situation! That would have required a middle of the night run to the store over here when mine were little.

    Reply
  10. Jeannette says

    November 29, 2018 at 2:27 am

    I am so glad you posted this. So many new moms just don’t travel because it seems like such a hassle. However, having a baby doesn’t have to stop you from having adventures. It actually can make things a little more interesting!

    Reply
  11. Diana Tidswell says

    November 29, 2018 at 3:06 am

    These are must have on a list before traveling. Traveling with baby is not easy at all and we need those stuff for the entire trip.

    Reply
  12. Non stop family - Tips for family travels says

    November 29, 2018 at 4:50 am

    I loved that time when our son was a baby and we went travel… But it’s true, it requires some preparation but, it’s so great to travel all toguether. Great tiips you leave here.

    Reply
  13. Stephanie Stebbins says

    November 29, 2018 at 3:32 pm

    Excellent reminders! I always forget something, lol!

    Reply
  14. Alexandra says

    November 30, 2018 at 3:20 am

    Great tips here! Very accurate. It’s not always easy to travel with a baby. I’m sure this tips will help lots of mamas out there!

    Reply
  15. Clare Minall says

    November 30, 2018 at 7:37 am

    Such a great reminder. I never get a chance to travel with my baby
    But this could be a big help when I decide to bring her to my trip.

    Reply
  16. amanda says

    November 30, 2018 at 10:37 am

    Oh, I am SO thankful that my kids are older. But I feel this one in my soul. I had three kids under the age of four, and traveling was crazy!

    Reply
  17. Elizabeth O says

    December 2, 2018 at 5:27 am

    Ideas sounds so great and easy to do. I would rather follow this instructions than to have a chaotic vacation with the baby 🙂 thanks for sharing!

    Reply

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