Travelling as a family can be a wonderful experience, but it can also be a real logistical challenge, especially when travelling with babies or young children. Packing your suitcase, anticipating their needs and foreseeing unforeseen events can be an organisational exercise that, if not planned well, can generate more stress than excitement.
THE CONSTANT CONCERN OF MANY PARENTS WHEN TRAVELLING WITH BABIES
It is common for many families, especially those facing their first holiday with a young child, to feel overwhelmed by the amount of things they might need during the trip. The question is a recurring one: what if I forget something important?
When it comes to travelling with babies and their well-being, any carelessness – no matter how small it may seem – can directly affect the rest, feeding or even the health of the child. Lack of foresight can lead to uncomfortable situations or the urgent need to seek solutions at the destination, which is not always easy.
A CHECKLIST THAT PROVIDES PEACE OF MIND AND SECURITY
Therefore, having a practical, comprehensive and reliable guide can make all the difference. This checklist for travelling with babies and young children is designed to help you prepare for your holiday without a hitch.
DOCUMENTATION AND HEALTH
- Child’s ID card or passport
- Health card and vaccination card
- Travel medical insurance
- Signed travel authorisation (if one parent is not travelling)
- Basic first aid kit: thermometer, antipyretics, plasters, oral saline, children’s sunscreen, repellent, bite ointment.
2. PERSONAL HEALTH AND HYGIENE
- Sufficient nappies for the journey and the first few days
- Wet wipes
- Nappy changing cream
- Baby-specific gel, shampoo and moisturiser
- Portable changing table
- Bags for dirty clothes or used nappies
- Toothbrush, mild cologne, comb, comb
3. FOOD
- Formula milk (if used) and feeding bottles
- Children’s bibs, plates and spoons
- Potitos or healthy snacks
- Termo para sólidos y líquidos
- Portable steriliser or disinfectant wipes
- Mineral water suitable for infants
6. ENTERTAINMENT AND GAMES
- Small, safe and easy-to-carry toys
- Soft or cloth books
- Music or story player
- Tablet with downloaded content (if you use it on long journeys)
- Activity books or stickers for the elderly
4. BREAK
- Travel cot or portable mattress
- O mantita ligera sleeping bag
- Spare dummies
- Night light or sleep toy
- Mosquito net for cot or pushchair if you travel to areas with insects.
5. RIDE AND TRANSPORT
- Folding pram or buggy
- Approved car seat
- Ergonomic baby carrier
- Changing bag with several compartments
- Canopy or sunshade for the pushchair
- Sunscreen on car windows
Consejo práctico: guarda esta lista en tu móvil o imprímela antes del viaje para revisarla en los días previos a la salida. Puedes organizarla por maletas o bolsas.
TO EDUCATE IS ALSO TO ACCOMPANY ON EVERY JOURNEY
At Casvi Villaviciosa, we understand that the most important journey is not the one that takes place in summer, but the one that each child begins when he or she starts to explore, learn and grow. For this reason, from the First Cycle of Infant Education, we accompany each family from the first steps with an educational proposal based on respect, affection, stimulation and the integral development of each pupil.
In our classrooms, babies also make their own journey: the journey of discovery, the journey of language, the journey of autonomy. And they always do so with the support of a professional, vocational team committed to their well-being and their future.
