Travel Checklist: For babies from 0 to 3 years old

Packing for toddlers is never easy. With this checklist of essentials for babies until 3 years old, Little Guest (luxury hotels collection for families) makes your life easier in the blink of an eye!

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Packing for a baby is unlike any other kind of packing. It requires a particular combination of foresight and practicality!

At Little Guest, we believe that preparation is the very foundation of a relaxed family escape. When you travel with a baby or toddler who is well-equipped, well-rested and well-fed, the holiday you always dreamed of becomes not just possible, but genuinely wonderful. Think of this checklist as your pre-departure companion, from the first item you fold into the suitcase to the last thing you slip into the changing bag just before you leave the house.

Documents & Health Essentials

Before you think about muslins or sun cream, make sure your paperwork is in order. Pack your baby's passport or identity document, their health insurance card and any vaccination records your destination may require. If your baby is on regular medication, bring a sufficient supply for the entire trip plus a few extra days. A letter from your GP or paediatrician can also be invaluable at border controls or in the event of a medical query abroad.

Sleep & Comfort

Most luxury hotels on the Little Guest platform provide high-quality travel cots, but bringing your baby's own familiar sleep sack or comforter can make an enormous difference to settling in a new environment. A small white noise machine or a downloaded playlist on your phone, a favourite soft toy and the reassuring smell of home on a pillowcase are all worth the tiny amount of luggage space they occupy.

Feeding & Weaning

Pack your usual formula in sufficient quantity, along with a portable bottle steriliser, a travel-friendly insulated bottle bag and a good supply of bibs. For babies who have started solids, a silicone suction bowl, a soft first spoon and a handful of familiar pouches will ensure that mealtimes in your suite feel as comfortable as they do at home.

Clothing & Sun Protection

A general rule of thumb is one outfit per day plus three extras, regardless of the length of your trip. Lightweight layers are your best friend in destinations where the temperature shifts between air-conditioned interiors and warm outdoor spaces. Do not underestimate sun protection: a broad-brimmed hat, a full-body swimsuit or UV wrap, and a mineral-based SPF50+ sunscreen are non-negotiable, even on overcast days.

Plane, Car or Train

Travel days with a baby call for their own dedicated bag. Keep it accessible and stocked with nappies (more than you think you will need), a change of clothes for baby and one for you, wet wipes, nappy bags, a spare dummy if used, and a selection of small, quiet toys or board books. For flights, a breastfeed, a bottle or a dummy during take-off and landing helps regulate ear pressure. For long car journeys, factor in regular stops: a baby who has had a chance to stretch, feed and be held will settle again far more easily.

The Beach Bag

There is nothing quite like a baby's first encounter with the sea. To make it a happy one, pack a UV-protective swimsuit, a portable sun shade or beach tent, a rash vest, reef-safe sun cream, a lightweight muslin to keep the sun off the buggy, and a waterproof changing mat for sandy beach-side changes. A small insulated cooler bag for milk, snacks and chilled water rounds off the perfect beach kit.

A Final Thought

The chaos is part of the story and the story, when you look back on it, will be one of the most beautiful you have ever lived!

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