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What to pack for a trip with the baby
I've always used a packing list for my travels, which is really convenient. When we started traveling with DanDan, I created a list for him as well. Babies need a lot of stuff, so it’s crucial to be well-prepared and avoid being caught without essential items.
I'm sharing my list of baby gear for both domestic and international travel. It's a comprehensive checklist that I keep updating. Although not every item is needed for every trip, the aim is to be as prepared as possible.
For important baby items, I recommend keeping them in your carry-on. This way, if your checked luggage is delayed, you'll still have what you need. You can bring water and baby food on the plane; in Israel, you can carry water, and abroad, you just need to pass bottles through security.
* Is there something missing from the list that you think should be included? Let me know, and I'll make sure to add it.
Bath
Inflatable pool (if you want to use it instead of a bath)
Daphne (an option instead of an inflatable bath if there's space)
Towel
Bath oil/soap
Bath sponge
Moisturizer/massage oil
Bath toys
Medications
For infants: Vitamin D, iron, BioGaia (if given)
Thermometer
Novomol - *in the carry-on
Nurofen - *in the carry-on
Ear drops (also for takeoff and landing) - *in the carry-on
Eye drops / eye ointment
Sterile eye wipes
Fenistil drops (ask for a prescription from the doctor)
Adhesive bandages
Diaper rash cream
Teething gel
Saline spray for congestion
Antibiotic ointment (Synthomycin) for wounds/cuts
Prescription medications if any - *in the carry-on
Mosquito repellent (test on skin before the trip)
Wipes for irritation after insect bites
Food
Infant formula - one in the carry-on, the rest in the suitcase
Food dispenser
Bottles - *in the carry-on
Boiled water bottle - *in the carry-on
Fruit and vegetable smoothies
Bottle brush
Dish soap
Sterilizer / sterilization bags (*take one in the carry-on)
Lemon salt for cleaning the kettle in the hotel
Food bib (my recommendation)
Spoons (2) (my recommendation)
High chair adapter for restaurants (my recommendation)
Water bottle (my recommendation)
Small snack packs (2 per day of the trip)
Sleep
Swaddle / sleeping bag / blanket
Crib sheets - 2
Monitor (if sleeping in a room with a balcony and you want to sit outside in the evening)
Pacifiers - *in the carry-on (my recommendation)
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Book
Diapering (half of these items should go in the carry-on/plane bag)
Diaper cream
Wipes - 2 packs
Changing mats
Diapers - 10 per day
Laundry
Laundry bag
Laundry detergent
Fabric softener
Clothespins if there is no dryer
Flight
Always dress the child in long pants and bring socks - airports can be cold!
Always pack a change of clothes - at least two sets
Bag / cover for the stroller (my recommendation)
Flight toys: stickers, paper and markers, suction toys for the window, small toys for sitting play, etc.
Carrier - bring for the plane!
If there’s an empty seat, inflatable cushion for expanding the seat (my recommendation)
Blanket
Swimming
Swim diaper
Swimsuit
Hat
Sunscreen: face and body
Towel
Floaties / inflatable ring (my recommendation)
Pool toys
Inflatable pool for the beach (you can use the one for bathing and just clean it)
Toys
Foldable play mat - if the baby is small and the nature of the trip allows
Play gym - if the baby is small and the nature of the trip allows
Activity arch
Toys
Teething toys
General
Stroller sheet / cushion for the stroller - 2
Large washcloths - 5
Nail clippers
Rain cover for stroller
Clothes - 2 sets per day
Warm clothes (if traveling to a hot destination, take at least one warm set just in case)
Stroller blanket
Pacifier clip
Comb