4 Tips for Travelling with Baby
Travelling with a baby can feel overwhelming, to the point where it can feel easier just to stay at home!
But don’t give up just yet. With the right preparation, travelling with a baby can be a smooth and enjoyable experience for the whole family.
Whether you're embarking on a road trip or catching a flight, planning ahead will help you navigate the journey with ease. Here are four essential tips to make your trip as stress-free as possible.
1. Prioritise Baby’s Sleep
One of the biggest challenges of travelling with a baby is ensuring they get enough rest.
Changes in environment, routine disruptions, and unfamiliar sounds can make it difficult for your little one to settle. That’s why it’s important to create a familiar sleep environment wherever you go.
The Euky Bear Sweet Dreams Portable Sleep Aid is a must-have for travel. This compact device plays soothing sounds, pink noise, and lullabies to help your baby drift off to sleep, no matter where you are.
It also features red light sleep therapy, which supports the function of baby’s natural circadian rhythm – so helpful when crossing time zones.
Another great addition to your travel kit is the Euky Bear Sleepy Time Linen and Room Mist. Infused with calming organic Lavender, a quick spritz on bedding or in the air can create a relaxing atmosphere, helping your baby feel relaxed and ready for sleep.
Use at home before you go, so your little one becomes familiar with comforting aroma and it becomes a sleep cue while on your trip. (Extra tip: Both the portable sleep aid, and the linen and room mist are also great for car trips).
2. Pack Smart and Travel Light
Overpacking is a common mistake when travelling with a baby. While it’s tempting to bring everything “just in case,” lugging around excessive baggage can make the journey more stressful. Instead, focus on packing essentials such as:
- Enough nappies and wipes for the journey (plus a few extras for unexpected delays)
- A change of clothes for both you and baby
- A compact travel pram or baby carrier
- A lightweight travel crib if needed
- A few favourite toys or comfort items.
Opt for travel-sized versions of baby care products and organise items in easy-to access
pouches so you can quickly grab what you need.
3. Plan Feeding Times Wisely
Feeding your baby on the go can be tricky, especially when dealing with time zone changes or long travel hours.
If you’re breastfeeding, a lightweight cover can provide privacy and comfort while nursing in public places.
If bottle-feeding, a formula dispenser and a portable bottle warmer can be lifesavers (staying in a hotel? Bring Euky Bear Baby Bottle & Utensil Cleanser to keep baby’s bottles and feeding items clean and free of residue, especially where there’s limited access to a kitchen.)
For little ones who are on solids, pack easy-to-eat snacks like rice crackers, pureed pouches and fruit bars.
Having a stash of baby-friendly food ensures you’re not caught unprepared when hunger strikes, especially in locations where baby food options may be limited.
4. Be Flexible and Allow Extra Time
Travelling with a baby means unpredictability, so flexibility is key. Factor in extra time for nappy changes, unexpected meltdowns, and breaks.
Rushing through an airport or trying to stick to a strict schedule can create unnecessary stress.
Instead, adopt a go-with-the-flow attitude and accept that delays and detours are all part of the journey.
Happy travels!
