When it comes to family travel, our mantra is: play it safe! Take some basic steps to ensure your little one's safety, and you'll enjoy your outings and vacations that much more.What to Pack
- One serious childhood sunburn can increase a child's risk of developing skin cancer later, so sun protection is a must. Pack baby-safe sunblock, sunhats, UV-blocking sunglasses, and UPF apparel.
- Insect bites aren't just itchy, they can cause serious illnesses. Adult insect repellents may be too harsh for young skin, so pack gentle, child-friendly bug repellent. If you're traveling with baby gear, don't forget mosquito netting for your play yard and stroller.
- Bringing bottled formula? You'll also need an insulated storage cooler. Unrefrigerated formula can become contaminated in just a few hours, especially in the heat.
- Bring your child-friendly first aid kit, with pain reliever, bandages, antibiotic ointment, tweezers, thermometer, etc.
- You can't destroy all the germs in the universe, but you can minimize your child's exposure to them. In addition to indispensable wet wipes, consider disposable placemats, toilet seat covers, and changing table covers. (Give Mother Earth a break: use earth-friendly disposables like ours!)
- Visiting amusement parks or other crowded areas? Dress your child in bright clothing so he'll stand out from the crowd. In addition, consider bringing a child tether or simple child locator to prevent you from getting separated.
- Just in case, create a "if I get lost" plan and review it with your child.
- Bring your child's health history and ID information, including a recent photo. Better to have your child's identification and not need it than need it and not have it!
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