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Travelling abroad with baby ✈️
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items Don’t let anyone tell you, you can’t travel with a little one. So many people tried to put me off with an 4 month old baby. I booked my flight 60 hours before heading off and these were the things I bought. The only thing not added are toiletries and...
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Steralising 🧼
On the go
In the sun ☀️
Sleeping 😴
Swimming 🌊
On the plane ✈️
Steralising 🧼
Essential items I used to steralise my baby’s items while travelling.
I used one tablet or 2 a day. I would wash my bottles and at the end of the day pop them into the collapsible bucket over night. Pop a tablet into the bucket and let steralise for over 15 minutes. Easy and straightforward.
Milton Sterilising Tablets – 2 Pack (56 Tablets Total) | Cold Water Baby Bottle Steriliser | Kills 99.9% of Germs | Fast & Easy | Travel-Friendly | Trusted UK Brand
I used this to clean my bottles while abroad. It is very sturdy and did not break on us when using it as compared to other bottle brushes.
Munchkin Bottle Brush | For Cleaning Baby & Water Bottles with Built In Teat Brush | Freestanding | Dishwasher Safe | Bristle Brush | 1 Pack | Grey
This fairy liquid bottle was enough to cover me for 7 days of cleaning the bottles. Didn’t have to use much as a little goes a long way!
Fairy Liquid - Amazon.com
I used this in the times for quick sterilising using the hotels microwave. This is honestly the best microwave sterilising bag which I have used from birth when I was healing postpartum to reduce my workload of cleaning the bottles. I had received th...
ARDO Easy Clean Microwave Bottle Steriliser Bag. Fast, Easy Cleaning of Breast Pump Parts & Accessories. Reusable Steam Sterilising Bags for Travel & Home.
I used this to clean everything abroad in the hotel when we arrived. I cleaned surfaces such as the kettle, shower tray, sink etc. To make sure the baby is safe away from the germs and nasties.
Milton Antibacterial Surface Spray 500ml, Kills 99.9% of Germs, 0% Alcohol and Bleach-Free, Pack of 6 Sprays, Vegan
I took this with me just in case the hotel did not have a microwave or a kettle. This is ideal as you can collapse the kettle into your suitcase in order to save you space. You can boil water and sterilise bottles.
Mini Foldable Electric Kettle Collapsible Kettle Portable Suitable for Home Travel and Camping (Blue)
I used this when travelling abroad. It doesn’t weigh much or take up any space in your suitcase.it is definitely worth taking for cleaning and Sterilising your bottles. 🍼 I left the bottles steralising in here with a milton tablet when I went out for breakfast.
Collapsible Bucket 5L, Silicone Folding Bucket Portable Cleaning Buckets with Handle, Space-saving Mop Buckets for RV Home Outdoor Camping Beach Car Washing Laundry Wash Tub for Cleaning
On the go
Essential items I used while going about our day to day while travelling.
I used this as my to go back when travelling. It has many compartments inside to organise baby’s stuff I really recommend it! Very sturdy and spacious. Great value for money. It comes with a changing mat which is a bonus. It does feel a but bulky but...
RUVALINO Baby Changing Bag Backpack, Neutral All-in-One Baby Bags for, Multifunction Large Travel Backpack with Portable Changing Pad, Stroller Straps, Pacifier Case and Insulated Pockets
I used these just in case my baby’s dummy dropped or anything else a quick wipe and it was clean!
Ceuta Milton Anti-Bacterial Surface Wipes
I used this and bought this baby carrier for days out where I was just in the hotel. The carrier is very comfortable and has super support for the baby. You can adjust the straps for a tighter fit. This is excellent value for money and I highly recom...
Infantino Flip Advanced 4-in-1 Baby Carrier - Ergonomic, Convertible, Face-in and Face-Out Front and Back Baby Carrier for Newborn to Toddler 3,6-14,5kg, Grey
I use premade bottles of milk when travelling. You can use any brand that your baby is accustomed to but my baby loved aptamil. It is convenient bottles for the night feeds too. It is a ready feed, no mixing or warming needed. Perfect for travel.
Aptamil 1 First Infant Baby Milk Liquid Formula, Ready to Feed, From Birth, 200 ml, Pack of 12
I have used these nappies for my little bubba from birth and they have been good in terms of preventing leaks. From the feel of these nappies, they are good quality and quite stretchy. I have only used these from size 0 (newborn) to size 1.
Pampers® Premium Protection New Baby
I understand why they are premium as from using them from birth, they have been brilliant on my baby's skin - no irritation, redness or reactions at all. They're strong, nicely moist, and they have not split while using them, which is something I hav...
WaterWipes Sensitive+ Newborn & Baby Wipes
Great for your little one who is constantly dribbling!
Vicloon Baby Bandana Dribble Bibs Drool Bibs, 10pcs Infant Teething Soft and Absorbent with Adjustable Snaps, Bib Set for Unisex Newborn Toddlers Aged 0-36 Months
These MAM bottles are great for babies between 3-6 months. It was easy to pour the ready made milk into the bottle with no faffing about.
MAM Easy Start Anti-Colic Baby Bottles | 4 Pack (4X 260ml) | Self-Sterilising Baby Milk Bottle | Medium Flow MAM Teats Size 2 + 1x Fast Flow Teat Size 3 | Powder Blue (Various Designs)
My baby was teething during the holiday and this was his favourite to go teething toy. Lightweight and easy to hold!
Nuby Banana Soothing Teether Easy Grip BPA-Free Suitable from 3 Months Plus, One Size
Getting through a million muslin cloths for every single possible purpose. Really useful for covering baby’s face with the heat when falling asleep. This was used wet to cool down baby too.
Deal: Susurration Muslin Cloths for Baby, 100% Cotton Baby Muslin Squares Cloths for Newborn Boy and Girl, Soft, Breathable and Extremely Absorbent Baby Muslin Burp Cloths, 60 x 60 cm, 5 Pack
In the sun ☀️
I used this brand of suncream. It was brilliant, he never burned and had no skin reactions (sensitive skin) and no clothes with yellow stains!
Soltan Baby Cream SPF50+ 200ml
AMAZING. I used this everywhere I went when it was in hot weather and where the sun was at its peak. It stopped baby from being fussy from being hot and bothered. I was able to get my baby to nap while out and about. It creates a shaded environment i...
SnoozeShade Plus Extra Pram and Stroller Sun Shade Cover Blocks 99% UV UPF50+ Baby Sleep Aid and Breathable Blackout Canopy for Pushchairs Buggies and Travel Strollers
This is great for hot weathers when travelling. My baby has not been bitten but it is useful to have just in case!
Vie Anti-Mosquito Spray, 100ml
This was used from the moment my baby was outside in the heat. It kept him well cooled and he was able to enjoy the sun too. Great portability especially on the pram it was sturdy and did not come off.
Bearwind Mini Portable Pram Fan, Rechargeable Clip On Fan for Stroller, Digital Display & Night Light, 4 Speeds, 360° Rotate Flexible Tripod Cooling for Buggy, Pushchair, Car Seat, Travel (Black)
Here is the sunhats which I used for bubba. It protected him from the UV rays.
FURTALK Cotton Baby Toddler Sun Hat UPF 50+ UV Protection Kids Unisex Girls & Boys Summer Cap with Adjustable Chin Strap Neck Flap
I purchased these when he was 4 months and he still enjoys having them on while we are out in the sun. They are good at protecting baby’s eyes. They fit well and are adorable.
Hifot Baby Polarized Sunglasses UV400 0-24M
Sleeping 😴
This was used on the go when baby needed a nap. Perfect for my light little sleeper to block out the noises from outside.
Deal: Dreamegg White Noise Machine, Portable Sound Machine Baby Features Powerful Battery, D11Max Sleep Aid Sound Machine for Baby Adults 21 Soothing Sounds for Sleeping Nursery Travel Gift USB Rechargeable
This is an excellent product and would recommend to everyone. It was a game changer for my baby’s sleep when on holiday. This little device is great at rocking the pram and helped our bubba sleep well. The battery lasts ages and you can adjust the sp...
Rockit Rocker Rechargeable Pram Rocker - Baby Pushchair Rocking Device, Soothing Motion for Stroller or Buggy, Adjustable Speed, 60 Minute Timer, Universal Fit
Swimming 🌊
I used this when bubba was in the water and pool. Absolutely loved it. He was able to float around while being protected from the sun.
GLOPUS Baby Swimming Float, Baby Pool Float with Canopy, Inflatable Baby Swim Float, Toddler Pool Swimming Float for 6-36 Months, Adjustable Safety Seat, UPF 50+ Sun Protection Roof & Toy
This was great for the pool and also for bath time as there was no bath and just. Shower
AirSwim Inflatable Baby Seat, Inflatable Baby Chair for Babies 3-36 Months, Portable Blow Up Chair with Built in Air Pump, Sit Me Up Floor Seat for Learning to Sit, Palying, Camping, Travel, Bear Head
Great for when baby is in the water or swimming pool. It is a very comfortable material, easy to put on and off. It is great for the hot weather and it was not too warm or tight on bubba.
Swimbubs Baby UV Swimsuit Boys Sunsuit Swimwear Girls Sun Protection Rash Guard Vest Toddler UPF50 Wetsuit
Great for the water babies! They are disposable so once done throw them away.
Little Swimmers Swim Pants for Babies Size 3-4 (7-15 kg) 12 Swim Pants Pack of 2
On the plane ✈️
I used this for my bubba on the plane to help protect his ears from popping and also in the hotel from the loud music and entertainment in the nights.
UseNiy Baby Ear Protection for Infants and Toddlers (3 to 48 Months) - Safe fit & Comfort Earmuffs- 25dB Noise Cancelling Headphones for Airplanes,Concerts,Travels - Blue
Medicine
I took this with me just in case my baby had a fever or temperature. It was not needed but it is always a safe bet to take with you.
Calpol Sugar-Free Infant Suspension Paracetamol (1 x 100ml), Strawberry Flavour CalpolInfant with Paracetamol for Fever & Pain Relief, Suitable for 2+ Months Babies & Kids
AMAZING. I used this when travelling as my baby was quite congested before we left. He had a blocked nose. This design of the nasal spray is soft and allowed me to spray and clear up his nose. Very effective for babies with hay fever and nasal conges...
STERIMAR Breathe Easy Daily - 100% Natural Sea Water based Nasal Spray For Fever- 100ml-PACK OF 2
6 months +
Babies who are above 6 months. This is good to have on your go to bag when travelling or on the plane when they are hungry.
Ella's Kitchen Organic Fruit Smoothie Assortment, (Red, Purple, Green, Yellow and Pink), Pack of 25 Pouches