The Ultimate Guide to Traveling with Babies and Toddlers: Must-Have Essentials

Precious cargo aboard! Travelling with babies and toddlers can be fun, exhausting, and challenging! We’ve got you covered…

Car safety

• Why it’s essential: During the first year of life, babies are especially vulnerable because of their delicate bodies and still-developing neck muscles. As toddlers become more mobile and curious, their car safety needs evolve.
• Talking point: Always use a rear-facing car seat for babies in the back seat of the vehicle. This way, they have essential support at their head, neck and spine in case of a collision. Continue to use a rear-facing car seat until your child reaches the maximum height or weight limit recommended by the car seat manufacturer, typically around two years old or older. Once your child outgrows the rear-facing seat, transition to a forward-facing car seat with a five-point harness.
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Nutrition for the road

• Why it’s essential: Travelling is fun, but whether by car, plane, train or bus, your child still needs to have healthy foods at their regular mealtimes. Keeping nutritious snacks and meals on hand goes a long way in preventing hunger-induced tantrums and meltdowns.
• Talking point: Be sure to have a range of foods that include the essential nutrients your child needs, from protein snacks to fruit. Don’t forget a small cooler bag to keep the food fresh, plus plenty of water!
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Safe on the road

• Why it’s essential: Whether it’s a quick drive to the shop or a family car trip, you need to always ensure your child is buckled up and as safe as possible. This also means having a first aid kit at hand for emergencies.
• Talking point: Accidents can happen, no matter how well you plan and prepare. Be ready to attend to any minor accident by bringing a first aid kit for your baby, which should include thermometers, fever reducers, bandages, baby-safe wipes with antiseptic, and teething remedy alternatives.
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Disclaimer

This article is for informational purposes only. Always check with your doctor or medical practitioner about any health concerns, before embarking on any fitness or nutrition programme, or using any medication.