After a few months of tummy time and bonding spent mostly inside or near your home, the stir crazy might be setting in. It’s time to spread your parenting horizons—with your baby at your side!
So, do truly infant-friendly vacations exist?
You bet! Yes, the packing is more involved than it once was. But can absolutely plan and enjoy infant-friendly vacations with your littlest family member.
Infant-friendly destinations
La vida loca in Cabo may be on pause for now, but you can still plan a fun-filled getaway.
Whether you’re considering a vacation with a newborn or a 6 month old, there are plenty of places to go with your baby. From local parks to beach trips perfect for infants, you'll find many baby-friendly destinations to explore and enjoy. Here are some baby-centered travel tips to keep in mind when choosing a destination:
- Travel time. It’s natural to feel anxious at the thought of traveling with your baby for the first time. But infants often sleep through much of the travel experience. Trust your comfort level. You can keep it local by choosing a destination within driving distance, or you can opt for a cross-country family adventure via plane.
- Healthcare facilities. Look for destinations that are near several hospitals and urgent care centers, peace of mind shoulda sniffle or unexpected illness arise.
- Climate. Babies are more sensitive to extreme temperatures, so consider a vacation with a consistently comfortable climate. A moderate temperature also makes for easier packing.
Infant and parent-approved accommodations
For your first few trips with your baby, it can feel more relaxing to book a rental from a trusted platform like Airbnb. Home rentals offer more space, allowing you to relax while your little ones sleep (and not have to go to bed the minute your baby does). Plus, with ResortPass, you can enjoy all the perks of resort living without the close quarters.Simply use ResortPass to secure a day pass at a nearby family-friendly resort or hotel and enjoy its pool, spa, gym, and more. Once you’ve reserved, you’re just a short drive away from indulging in poolside snacks, treating yourself to a well-deserved spa treatment, and having fun with the family.
Accommodation features for infants
Not every rental or hotel will be stocked with the necessary accommodations for an infant or toddler-friendly vacation. So before you go, double check that wherever you’re staying has the following must-haves::
- A crib, bassinet, or Pack ‘N Play
- Flexible check-in and check-out times
- A separate living room and bedroom
- A kitchenette (helpful for warming and storing milk)
- Proximity to places like grocery stores, physicians, and pharmacies
Packing tips for traveling with babies
What to pack when traveling with a baby? As you prepare for your first family vacation with an infant, plan for not one, but two essential bags. The first is your overnight suitcase, packed with baby essentials such as:
- Diapers and necessary toiletries
- Baby clothes
- Bottles and a bottle brush
A reliable baby monitor. Nanit’s Traveling Camera Bundle provides everything you need to ensure your little one sleeps safely, including: he Nanit Pro Camera and Breathing Band to track your child’s breathing motion while they sleep, delivering real-time updates to your phone. The included travel case makes packing and protecting the camera and Flex Stand easy. And Nanit’s camera uses secure encryption and requires a WiFi connection with a password, protecting your baby’s sleep analytics and data.
The second bag is the diaper bag. Along with the usual suspects, pack these helpful travel essentials:
- Resealable bags for soiled diapers or clothes
- Extra pacifiers (if your baby uses them)
- Infant Tylenol or ibuprofen (if appropriate)
- Travel-sized soft toys
Sleep in vacation bliss with Nanit at your side
With a little preparation, there are plenty of places to go with a newborn that allow you to relax and enjoy your time away. And with the right baby essentials on your packing list, you’ll be able to feel confident about your upcoming vacation.
Nanit understands the challenges of traveling with little ones. Which is why we’ve made it easy to bring along your Nanit Pro Camera and its monitoring accessories.Â
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Choose Floor Stand for:
- Parents most-loved stand
- Minimal assembly
- Freestanding (comes with optional wall clip)
- Adjustable height for bassinet and crib
- Compact base to slide under crib or bassinet
- Ability to move from room to room
Choose Wall Mount for:
- Securing to the wall next to your crib
- Know your way around a drill
- Space saving design
Get ready to make some memories. Your stress-free getaway awaits!Â
Key takeawaysÂ
- Choose baby-friendly destinations. Consider travel time, proximity to healthcare facilities, and climate when selecting a family vacation spot.
- Select infant-friendly accommodations. Opt for rentals or hotels that cater to infants and include amenities like cribs, flexible check-in/check-out times, separate living spaces, and kitchenettes for meal prep and storage.
- Pack essential baby gear. Prepare two essential bags—a diaper bag and a suitcase with diapers, clothes, bottles, and a reliable baby monitor like Nanit’s Traveling Camera Bundle.
Sources:
What to Expect. What to Pack When Traveling With Baby. https://www.whattoexpect.com/first-year/what-to-pack-when-traveling-with-baby/
Resort Pass. Take a daycation. https://www.resortpass.com/Â
Pregnancy Birth and Baby. Babies in Hot Weather. https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/babies-hot-in-weather
