Baby Travel Checklist: 10 Essential Items To Carry
30 Nov 2017 | 6 min Read
Sudeshna Chakravarti
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Don’t you absolutely love the idea of taking your munchkin out for a trip and showing them the world? Whether it’s taking them to meet their long-distance grandparents or relatives, or seeing them experience the beach, ocean, and waves for the first time, a getaway with your little one can be delightful for every parent.
But here’s the thing: travelling with your little ones has flaws, especially when packing baby gear because little travellers come with a lot of baggage. However, this doesn’t mean you have to miss out on any adventure! You just need the right baby gear, and travelling tips to equip you for a smooth trip with your munchkin.
So if you are wondering what essentials should you bring to the trip to keep your baby comfortable, safe, and happy, then keep reading as we have got you covered with a baby travel checklist that will make your vacation less stressful and a whole lot easier. While you may not require everything on this list, there are plenty of must-haves that you cannot miss to carry in your travel bag.
Baby Travel Checklist: 10 Essential Items To Carry In Your Bag
Baby Wipes
Baby wipes are multi-purpose items that you must keep while travelling. Dirty bottoms, sticky hands, runny nose, and accidental spilling—baby wipes can help clean it all. Carry at least two to three full packs of baby wipes both in your luggage and diaper bag.
You can consider opting for natural and plant-based baby wipes, such as BabyChakra’s bamboo water wipes, which are formulated with 99% bamboo water and other botanical ingredients like aloe vera, bamboo fibre, almond oil, vitamin E, and jasmine oil. These ingredients nourish your baby’s skin and also soothe allergies and itching. The best part is that the baby wipes are 100% chemical and toxin-free and do not irritate your munchkin’s skin in any way.
Diapers
Diapers should be on the top of your baby travel checklist. You must carry as many diapers as you can just to be safe. A good rule of thumb is to carry a diaper for every hour of your transit, plus a few extras in case there’s an unexpected blowout or a travel delay. Opt for diapers that are designed with comfortable materials to prevent irritation in your child. Also, buy highly absorbent diapers to keep your baby fresh and dry furlong the travel.
Diaper Rash Cream
Since your baby is going to wear a diaper most of the time while travelling, diaper rashes are inevitable. Hence, carry a diaper rash cream with natural and organic ingredients like moringa oil, calendula oil, shea butter, and neem oil that gently nourish your baby’s skin and effectively heal, and soothe diaper rashes.
Also make sure that the diaper rash cream is blended with zinc oxide and bentonite, which create a protective layer on your baby’s skin and prevent the occurrence of rashes in the future.
First Aid Kit
A good motto that you should travelling with your little one is “Always be prepared!” And one of the best ways to ensure that you are all prepared for the vacation is to pack a rudimentary first aid kit. Pack baby-safe cooling gels to apply on wounds and scratches, adhesive bandages, cough syrup, and also doctor-prescribed medications. Apart from these essentials, you can also carry medicines like paracetamol and ibuprofen after consulting your baby’s paediatrician.
Mosquito Repellent Patches
It’s crucial to apply mosquito repellent patches on your baby’s clothes when you are outside to protect them against nasty mosquito bites. Use natural mosquito repellent patches that are easy to use and offer long-lasting protection against mosquitoes that carry harmful diseases like dengue and malaria. Simply stick the repellent patch on your baby’s clothing or surrounding to shield off insects and bugs.
Extra Clothes
Carry enough outfits for every day and a few extra pairs, just to be extra cautious. Choose soft, comfortable, and breathable clothing to avoid your baby from getting fussy and irritated. While going out, dress them in clothes that come off easily, such as zippers to make diaper changes on the go quick and mess-free. Moreover, dressing them up in zippers means you don’t have to worry about lost shoes or socks.
Tummy Relief Roll-on
Tummy aches are a common symptom in infants during travel. It can occur due to a number of reasons, such as indigestion, changes in the environment, bacteria, and viral infections. As stomach pain can make your little one fussy and uncomfortable, you should keep a tummy relief roll-on handy that offers quick relief. Opt for natural tummy roll-ons with ginger oil, peppermint oil, and fennel oil that soothe the pain and reduce discomfort.
Zip Lock Bags
Spit-ups and blowouts are inevitable during travel, so ensure to carry zip-lock bags with you. These bags have a foldable and compact design and come in handy in situations where you are unable to dispose of soiled diapers immediately. Plus, you can also store messy or dirty clothes in them and wash them when you get back to your hotel.
Changing Mats
Changing your baby’s diaper while travelling can be tricky. Hence, carry a changing pad in your luggage, so that you can securely rest your baby, before changing their diaper. If you think carrying a changing mat would add to your load, then invest in a diaper bag that comes equipped with a foldable changing mat to make your job easier.
Toys And Refreshments
Long-duration travels can make your munchkin bored and fussy easily. Hence, carry their favourite toys to keep them entertained and let them play until their energy wears out. Also, don’t forget to pack some healthy snacks and give them to your little one when they act fussy to keep them happy and distracted.
Timely preparation and planning can make your trip with your munchkin as smooth and simple as possible. Follow the baby travel checklist that we suggested and you will be able to keep your little one happy and comfortable throughout the trip. Happy vacation!
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