travelling
with baby
You’ve made it past the newborn phase and your
baby’s at her most portable now, so it’s the
perfect time for your first trip away as a family.
Holidays with your little one can be done – and
can be fun – with a bit of planning
From around three to six months your baby can recline in a
lightweight stroller that folds down more compactly than a traditional pushchair. Measure your car boot before you buy and look for a stroller with a good lie-back position for naps. A large basket is handy for travel, too. For short hops and city breaks, you may find a baby carrier or sling useful, leaving you hands-free.
If you’re going abroad, take enough formula for the duration of
your trip (you can’t guarantee you’ll be able to buy the one you use). For the journey, take ready-mixed cartons of formula. If you’re flying, check the restrictions on carrying baby formula/liquids in the Air Travel section of
www.direct.gov.uk. If
you don’t have a travel steriliser, you can get microwave or cold water ones.
If your bag doesn’t have a compact changing mat, buy a travel
version or disposable ones. Pack enough nappies for the
journey and buy more on arrival. If you’re going to Europe, nappy
sizes are the same as in the UK, so you shouldn’t have trouble
finding suitable ones.
There’s no need to take all your equipment away with you – a
favourite toy and a fold-away or inflatable baby bath will do the
job, and she’s still small enough to have a quick top ’n’ tail wash
before bedtime. It’s wise to pack baby-friendly toiletries, espe-
cially if she has sensitive skin or suffers from eczema. If a bath is
part of your bedtime routine, try to stick to it – but don’t worry if
things change while you’re away, just enjoy it. She’ll soon slot
back into her normal routine once you’re home.
Mothercare Nulo Lime Soda
Mothercare travel
bottle and food
warmer
Tommee Tippee Single Bottle Steriliser
Mothercare two bottle
microwave and cold water
steriliser
A travel cot is a must for overnight stays. All models fold down
for storage and come with a carry case and handle. Many
hotels and holiday cottages provide cots, so check before you
go. Baby sleeping bags save on bedding and are ideal for
travel. They’re available in a range of weights, so buy a light one
if you’re going somewhere warm. And think about packing a
portable safety gate if you’re staying in a holiday house or
cottage.