CARRY ON (labeled clearly with name, address, cell phone number and flight information in case bag gets lost):
- diapers, Take more than you think you’ll need, as many as one for every hour you’re in transit and a few extra in case your flight is delayed
- diaper rash cream
- Small box or travel pack of wipes for baby and your hands.
- cloths for burping, spit-up, and other messes
- An extra shirt, pants, and pair of socks for baby
- Baby’s bottle with the nipple in a plastic bag
- formula, juice, water
- a favorite comfort toy or blankie
- containers of baby food, a baby spoon, and/or snacks, such as cereal or crackers
- a bib or two; cloth or disposable
- two extra pacifiers stored in a clean plastic bag
- a changing pad; reusable or disposable
- a few large plastic bags for sealing and tossing dirty diapers, or taking home soiled clothes
- Ear Planes to relieve ear pressure
- child’s pain reliever
Infant car seat
Umbrella stroller, Travel Mate, Front-style baby carrier or framed back pack
AND FOR YOU:
- An extra shirt
- Hand sanitizer or sanitizing wipes
- Bottled water and a snack
- Contact information with the pediatrician’s number, a neighbor’s number, and a number where your spouse or one of baby’s grandparents can be reached
- cell phone with charger
- Reservation confirmations, tickets and itineraries
- Maps and directions
- ID or drivers license/passport
- Medical insurance cards
- Keys (car & house)
- Magazines & books
IN YOUR CHECKED BAG:
- more baby wipes
- more changing pads
- ziploc bags for soiled clothes
- receiving blanket or two
- waterproof sheet
- bottles, nipples, bottle caps, sippy cups
- washable bibs
- First Aid Kit including thermometer, prescription medications and copies of the prescriptions, antibiotic cream, allergy relievers, any homeopathic remedies you like, motion sickness relievers
- travel night light: So you can keep the room lighting soothingly low during middle-of-the-night diaper change
- clothes, socks and shoes- One to two outfits per day is a good guideline. Denim and dark colors are good for hiding dirt and stains. Prepare for weather changes by dressing in layers.
- light jacket
- Childproofing gear, such as outlet covers, doorknob covers, and toilet locks
- Baby sun block, sunhat, bathing suit
- tissues
- small bottles of baby shampoo, baby wash and baby lotion
- camera with battery charger
- book light so you can read and not disturb your baby’s sleep
- a few favorite toys
WHEN YOU GET THERE:
Rent the comforts of home such as a full size crib, all-terrain stroller, play yard or pack’n play, bag of toys, high chair, and bath tub. Have it delivered and ready to put your baby to nap upon arrival.