Holiday Packing Travel Guide for Babies and Toddlers✈️

Traveling with a baby or toddler might not be as relaxing as you imagined, but building special holiday memories is important and definitely worthwhile.

Organised packing is essential making sure everything important is packed and easy to grab when the next little meltdown or messy moment hits. It’s a lot, but staying a little organised can make the whole trip run much smoother.

We’ve put together a simple guide to help make planning and packing more manageable.

👕 What to Pack:

For simplicity when it comes to dressing your little one have a complete outfit for each day — top, bottom, vest, socks, accessories — so you can grab and go each day without overthinking. Here’s a rough guide (adjust depending on holiday plan):

• 3–5 vests and baby grows (depending on the age)

• 3–5 sleepsuits/pyjamas

• 4–5 tops

• 4–5 bottoms (leggings, shorts, joggers)

• 2 cardigans or light layers

• 1 jacket or weather-appropriate outer layer

• Sun hats or/and raincoat (depending on destination)

Tip: Pack one full outfit per day plus 2-3 spares for the week.

🧦 Essentials That Are Easy to Forget

These seem small but can cause big headaches if you don’t have enough:

• Hats (sun and/or warm), sun visors

• Muslin cloths (super versatile)

• Sleep sack (weather dependent), sleeping teddy, blankets, dummies 
  

• Bibs

🧴 Toiletries, Health Bits & Travel

• Nappies (enough for travel and the first couple of days), wipes

• Suncream

• Nappy cream

• Travel-size baby wash and lotion

• Baby brush or comb 

• Nail clippers

• Thermometer (just in case)

• Travel buggy (plus buggy sun visor, fan)
• Car seat (depending on your travel options)

Optional but helpful: Calpol sachets, teething sachets, or any specific medication you rely on at home.

🏡 What to Check at Your Accommodation

Before you overpack, check if your Airbnb/hotel has:

• A travel cot (and if you need to bring a fitted sheet)

• Highchair

• Kettle or bottle steriliser

• Blackout blinds or a travel shade

• Washing machine 

✨ Tips That Make Packing (and Traveling) Easier

• Plan to enjoy, and try not to stress: Before you start packing, follow a list so you know exactly what you need and what you can leave behind. Remember packing includes covering the essentials. If you forget something small, chances are you can pick it up once you arrive at your destination or on the way to your destination. Try not to worry, a family holiday is busy but must be enjoyable for you too.

• Bundle outfits together: It helps to roll complete outfits with accessories for each day. Place them neatly together so you’re not hunting for matching socks every morning. Ensure all essentials are visible and easily accessible for you to quickly grab as needed taking the stress out of digging through bags.

• Keep dirty clothes separate: We recommend placing all dirty laundry in one large bag or in a large pocket at the back of the Packable Pouch so that when you arrive home all the laundry is in one place.

• Pack for the “just in case” moments: A full spare outfit in your day bag is a must.

• Separate treats, dummies, bottles, snacks, toys: Ensure that these items are accessible for whenever you need them in a hurry. It will give everyone peace of mind.

💼 A Little Extra Help

If you love being organised but hate the mess that always seems to happen in the suitcase, the Packable Pouch may be the perfect solution for you and your family. The Packable Pouch was created for this purpose and it has honestly been a game-changer for our family. With 16 pockets to the front designed for packing and planning outfits and accessories together and two large pockets to the back for bulky items and laundry. This makes the whole holiday and travel experience less chaotic, especially when you’re living out of a suitcase for a week with a toddler.

🌊 Final Thoughts

Packing for a holiday with a baby or toddler isn’t an easy task but simple steps eliminates much of the stress. Being a little organised means you can enjoy all the magical holiday moments.

Enjoy💜

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