Going on holiday is EXCITING! Packing for holiday is not so exciting. The last thing you want to do is forget something. So, what do you need to pack for baby when you go away on holiday?
We have created the ultimate packing list to make sure nothing gets left behind. The amount of stuff that you need to pack will depend on the type of holiday you are going on and how remote the location is so feel free to adjust accordingly.
Things to check when booking:
- If getting a hotel transfer or renting a car – is a car seat provided?
- Is a cot or camp cot provided?
- What is the baggage allowance for children on the flight if applicable (pram + camping cot + car seat) and check if anything would need to be booked as extra baggage.
- Are there any required vaccines or medications for that area (malaria etc.)
- Ask your paediatrician for recommendations for a doctor in the area in case of an emergency
Sleeping:
- Camp cot and mattress
- Waterproof and fitted sheets
- NurtureOne Cushion or cot wedges
- Muslins and blankets
- Sleeping bags/swaddle
- Night light/ sound soother
- Cuddle/ doodoo toy
- Dummies (glow in the dark are handy)
- Dummy clip
- Mosquito net
- Baby monitor
- Bedtime story books
Feeding:
This will vary depending on whether you breastfeed or bottle feed and if your little one is on solids yet.
- Bottles
- Formula
- Formula dispenser
- Glass bottle for storing boiled water
- Kettle if venue doesn’t provide one
- Breast pump and accessories
- Milk storage containers/bags
- Breast pads
- Feeding bras
- Burp cloths
- Bottle brush
- Bottle and dummy washing liquid
- Sterilising options: milton or microwave steriliser, you can also sterilise using boiling water.
- Sippy cups
- Feeding bowls and cutlery
- Tupperwares with lids to store food in
- Squishes/pouch food
- Bibs
- Snacks (teething biscuits, rice cakes, crackers etc.)
- Lunchbox for beach days or days out
Changing and Bathing:
- Nappies
- Nappy sacks
- Wipes
- Bum cream
- Travel changing mat
- Shampoo
- Body wash
- Body cream
- Bath support or non slip mat
- Towels
- Face cloths
- Bath toys
- Toothbrush & toothpaste
- Hairbrush
- Hair elastics & clips
- Nail clippers
- Tissues
- Earbuds
- Cotton wool
- Sun cream
- Baby powder (works like a charm at getting beach sand off hands and feet)
- Mosquito repellent
Clothing:
When travelling keep in mind the climate might be very different to what you’re used to, so packing for all seasons might be needed.
- Babygros
- Vests
- T-shirts
- Shorts
- Leggings/Pants
- Pyjamas
- Warm clothes
- Socks
- Shoes
- Warm hats/beanie
- Swimming costume
- Swim nappy
- Sun hat
Toys:
These are just some ideas and will depend completely on the age of your child/children. We suggest any small toys that your little one loves and don’t take up too much space
- Play mat
- Picnic blanket
- Books
- Colouring book & crayons
- Rattles
- Balls
- Teething toys
- Sensory toys
- Bath toys
- Puzzles
- Doll
- Cars
Medicines:
- Calpol/Panado
- Medicine dispenser
- Syringes
- Saline spray
- NoseFrida/ nose sucker
- Plasters
- Glycerine suppositories for constipation
- Thermometer
- Teething gel
- Telement drops
- Burnshield
- Bactroban
- Epipen if needed
- Any prescription medication
Travel gear:
- Pram
- Car seat and isofix (your car seat might also work with just a seat belt)
- Car seat cover/ pram pegs
- Baby carrier
- Portable high chair
- Nappy bag
- Baby UV tent
- Tablet/iPad and charger
Other useful items:
- Ziplock bags & packets
- Hand washing powder & stain remover
- Two pin plugs
- Extra bottle of water
- Birth certificate/passport/ID book