Every year we travel to Sydney to celebrate Christmas with my in-laws and extended family. Every year is no different. Except this year we are travelling with a 2-year-old and a baby. There is so much to pack for 2 little persons! Instead of wracking my brain trying to remember every little thing, I’ve come up with a list organised by category: Clothing, Feeding, Bath/Diapering, Entertainment, Bedding, Carry-on, & Miscellaneous.
Clothing
Dressy / Special Occasion Outfits – 1-2 pieces
Casual / Sight seeing Outfits (make sure they are comfy) – as many as the number of days we are traveling + additional 5 pieces. If I can do laundry on location, I cut the quantity by half.
Jacket (for cold weather)
Socks – 2-3 pairs
Pajamas – 2 sets
Swimwear (if swimming is in the agenda)
Sunhat
Sandal
Comfortable walking shoes
Hair clips and rubber bands for hair
(Quantity stated per child)
Casual / Sight seeing Outfits (make sure they are comfy) – as many as the number of days we are traveling + additional 5 pieces. If I can do laundry on location, I cut the quantity by half.
Jacket (for cold weather)
Socks – 2-3 pairs
Pajamas – 2 sets
Swimwear (if swimming is in the agenda)
Sunhat
Sandal
Comfortable walking shoes
Hair clips and rubber bands for hair
(Quantity stated per child)
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| Cute and comfy onesies are versatile for both casual and special occasions. |
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| Light weight fleece jacket that keeps kiddo warm is great for travel. This jacket from Fox is available in 6 colours. |
Feeding
Baby bottles
Baby bottle brush and soap
Breast pumps & accessories / Powdered formula
Snacks
Baby spoon & fork
Sippy cup
Water bottle
Baby food
Burp cloths
Bibs
Bath / Diapering
Baby soap and shampoo
Comb
Baby bath towel
Baby oil / lotion
Sunblock
Wet wipes
Diapers – If I have space, I’ll bring at least 5 per day/ per child for everyday we are away. That is a lot of diapers. So usually I’ll bring enough for 2 days, and buy more once we reach location.
Diaper cream
Swim Diapers (if swimming)
Sealable plastic bags for soiled diapers
Entertainment
A small book
Toys
iPad loaded with children’s videos and apps – Yes, I’m on the technology is ok for young children camp. If you aren’t, other suggestions include crayons, coloring book, flash cards and stickers.
ipad charger
Travel adapter (for foreign country)
Bedding
Child’s favourite blanket / soft toy
Baby swaddle blanket
Baby sleep suit
Muslin cloth for shading stroller
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| Lauren’s favourite blanket |
Miscellaneous
Stroller
Baby carrier or sling
Car seat
Teething ring
Pacifier
Medicine
Asthma inhaler
Doctor prescription – In case you need to purchase more when you get there.
What is in my carry-on / diaper bag
Passports
Copy of birth certificates (just in case)
Wet wipes
Hand sanitizer
Diapers – 1 per child for every 3 hours of flight + land travel. Eg. Flight to Sydney takes 8 hours, but door to door takes 12 hours, so 4 pieces each for Lauren and Georgia.
Disposable changing pads / washable muslin cloth (to line the surface when changing baby)
Change of clothes for baby
A cardigan / blanket for child
Spare top for me (Just in case I get puked on)
Nursing cover
Bottles of expressed milk / pre-measured formula – 1 or 2 bottles for when it is inconvenient to latch on.
Snacks
Baby food
Baby medication – Must be stored in bottles smaller than 100ml.
2-3 favourite toy or books
Child’s favourite cuddle toy / pillow
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| All clothing and blanket in this post are sponsored by Fox Kids & Baby. |
That’s it. Am I missing anything? Do let me know what is your must pack items when traveling with baby or toddler or both!
PS: Tips for flying with young children.
Great compilation! When we travel with younger kids, we need pack a world in our suitcases. Sigh..
So true. Their stuff occupies the entire suitcase while I had to share with the husband so we don’t have to lug to many bags with me.
I think you got everything you need, superb detailed. One of the tips I read is to prepare juice lollipops for kids in flight. -Lingling, Katong Kids Inc
Your list is so detailed! i have only brought my toddler to Montigo Resort because we decided not to bring him on flight till he’s at least a year old. And during that 2D1 night stay, the amount of things we had to pack was crazy. Really not easy Travelling with a little one. Would you believe me if I told you we even brought our own water (almost 3 litres of home boiled water!!!) there? HAHAHA!
-Priscilla // punggolbabies.com-
OMG! Why?? If I’m not wrong, when we were at Montigo, we were given lots of bottled mineral water.
Hahaha! Shocking right! My hubby said that the water in ID is not too clean for consumption. He does not want to take any risks with Isaac (my Son) since kids have lower immune system. So We ended up with this huge suitcase with wheels even though I originally packed everything In a duffel. I told him that our Neighbours will think we are going somewhere further. 😂😂
To add on to the list, (might only be applicable to some countries eg Bangkok ), travel sterilizer and hot water kettle.
Vivien ( Beautiful Chaos )
Lol so similar to our packing list. It’s almost like moving house.
Jingyi
Kickass list!! Gotta share this with the husband!’
YES! Ask the hubs to lug it for you!
Great list! Will definitely use this when we travel!
I love how thorough your lists are. I am just so glad I don’t have to pack bottles on our travel anymore.
Cherry (www.sweetmemoirs.com)