When you say family vacation, you say relaxation and packing! And on this subject, we're among those who mess up (often): too many sweaters and no shorts when it's 35°C in the shade, only swimsuits when we're breaking a record for rainfall in the last 30 years. And when it comes to packing your baby's or child's suitcase, it's a glitch. As a result, we take everything (of course, something will ALWAYS be missing)... And we end up with excess baggage since there's also the stroller, car seat, scooter... Whether you're new parents or more experienced, here are the essentials to have with you!
Health record and identity papers, essentials for travel!
As for care products, relax, you can always manage on the spot if you forgot to bring his little diaper cream (we've all experienced the "but I told you to bring his avocado water !!!").
If your baby looooves his daily products, think about travel-sized bottles, your back will thank you. Besides his favorite products, think about what you need to relieve him in case of sunburn. Regarding pharmaceutical products, the essential thing, in case of forgetting, is above all to have the prescriptions with you (which you can photograph to easily pull out).
The anti-stress tip: we know that trips with child(ren) are an adventure... To avoid trouble before you arrive, consider making a small survival kit. In addition to games and snacks for the trip, slip in a refreshing water for travel, an anti-ouch cream (like Cicastela), and bandages.
Mosquito repellent, swimsuit, hat, sunscreen, let's protect!
Our memo to not forget the essentials? LCP (nothing to do with the parliamentary channel): Glasses, Hat, Sun protection (making sure to choose an adapted cream). Of course, this complements the swimsuit, parasol, diapers if you want to let your baby splash around, etc. Once there, you'll slip a spray bottle and a water bottle into your beach bag, but there's no need to overload your suitcases beforehand.
Clothing: a little bit of everything to cope with temperature changes
How many bodysuits do I take in his summer suitcase ? And pajamas? From experience, little ones often wear ⅓ of what we bring with us. You know all those little outfits for pretty vacation photos... A tip, think practical to put on. In any case, it's always good to slip in something to manage cool nights even if you're going to the sea (e.g., a summer sleeping bag!).
"One summer, I didn't bring anything warm (neither sweater nor raincoat) because taking a fleece in August completely demoralized me. I did the same with the children... That was 2 years ago and they still talk about it..."
Pauline, mother of Violette (9 years old) and Théodore (7 years old).
