PACKING CHECKLIST FOR TRAVELING WITH INFANTS

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.

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