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publication date: August 4, 2023 | reading time: 7 minutes | author: Klara Krysiak
While a vacation with a child is undoubtedly a magical moment for the whole family, the preparations for it alone can, in short, make you dizzy. That's understandable. Fortunately, you have in front of you our practical guide for every parent, which will tell you what to take on vacation with your child, so you don't stress so much.
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If you are reading this article, you are probably dreaming of a carefree vacation with your baby. Diapers, clothes, beloved toys.... imagine it all in one place, perfectly packed and ready to use. Sound unrealistic? Not really. Exploring the world together, regardless of the age of your little one, can be a real pleasure - you just need to remember something as trivial as... when packing your child for vacation a list of things to take. Yes, yes, just that and so much more. Fortunately, we've prepared it for you to take the stress away even before you start your trip with your child. So what to take on vacation with a baby and how to prepare?
You're probably wondering what to take on vacation with a baby abroad? This is quite a complex topic, after all, the smaller the baby, the greater the needs. So when packing for a vacation trip with a baby under 12 months, make sure you have everything necessary on hand. What do we mean?
Food
Mom's milk, breast pump and extra milk containers (if you are breastfeeding)
formula milk
Ready-made lunches for the trip (e.g., frozen or bought in jars)
Desserts (such as oatmeal, jars or mousses)
First aid kit and hygiene items for the baby
vitamins and medicines in the form of drops and a spoon for their convenient administration
creams and ointments (for example, for gums, face or bottoms)
diapers
wet wipes
disposable sanitary sleepers
Bath lotion (preferably in hand luggage)
towel
nasal aspirator and seawater
electronic thermometer
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Essential accessories and less essential gadgets
You've probably already seen that to the question: how to pack for a vacation with a baby, we have only one answer - not so easy! But don't break, minimalist packing for a baby is also possible. How do you go about it? Think about which of the items on the list above you can buy on the spot, such as diapers or wet wipes.
If you've had your first vacation with a baby, you probably know that more is better. You never know what you might need, so it's a good idea to prepare for every eventuality. After all, a vacation with a young child is quite a challenge, especially if your little one is less than a year old. So when packing the essentials for a vacation with a baby between the ages of one and two, you can confidently take everything on the list above. We would only add to it a travel bed with a protector and.... a bidon.
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If you're planning a vacation with a two-year-old, you can confidently dispense with a few things to pack. Although your toddler is still (probably) quite demanding when it comes to luggage, the list of accessories you absolutely must carry with you is getting shorter and shorter. So, what does packing for a vacation with a child who is two years old look like?
Food
First aid kit and hygiene items for the baby
Essential accessories and less essential gadgets
Are you impatiently waiting for the moment when your child's suitcase starts to resemble yours? If not in appearance, then at least.... size? You can breathe a sigh of relief - we have reached the shore! The list of things to pack for a vacation with a three-year-old is much shorter than the ones above. Enjoy it to your heart's content!
Food
handy desserts
First aid kit and hygiene items for the baby
Essential accessories and less essential gadgets
travel bed with protector
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You probably already have experience in packing a baby for vacation and know that some things are simply indispensable. Although in our article you'll find different lists of items to take on vacation with your baby depending on the age of the toddler, you'll definitely also find it useful to have a general list of essentials for a vacation with your baby, whether he's 3 months old or 3 years old. Are we right?
A list of things for a vacation with a baby is, above all, something that will make your vacation more carefree and.... definitely more comfortable. Diapers, favorite toys or useful hygiene accessories - these are just some of the essentials for a vacation with a baby that you should always have on hand.
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Planning a camping vacation? Remember to protect yourself properly from ticks and mosquitoes! Take mosquito and tick repellent with you, as well as soothing ointment for bites.
We hope that after reading our practical guide for parents, packing for a vacation with your baby will become an enjoyable adventure rather than a challenge for you. Keep in mind that while the above list of things to bring covers the basic needs of a toddler, you can feel free to tailor it to your baby or the type of vacation you are going on. Everyone's vacation gear with a baby will be different, and our lists are just suggestions that (we hope!) will help you decide what to pack for your upcoming vacation.
Remember, when planning a vacation with a child, the most important thing is to make sure you have enough clothes, hygiene accessories, medicines, and... favorite toys! These are what will ensure your child's enjoyment during the trip.