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Hi guys, I've put together a list of some of the must have items for a smooth holiday with a baby. All of these items have been tried and tested by us and our little man Kai (10 months old). When travelling with a baby it's so important to have items that aren't too bulky, are easy to transport and just make life easier!! That way you can have a bit of extra time so have that Aperol Spritz or Pornstar Martini while on your vacation 😉🥂
#1 Travel Cot
For us a travel cot was really important. We originally bought a Baby Elegance one but it was just too big and bulky. No way could we drag that around Italy with us. So we changed for the BabyLo Lightweight travel Cot.
It's super lightweight and folds up nice and handy. It also comes with a mattress and sheet that neatly folds up into the same bag. Kai really likes it and will happily play in it during the day too so it would be really handy to pop baby into for a few minutes while on your holidays.
BabyLo Lightweight Travel Cot
#2 Lightweight Stroller
I spent so long researching all of the strollers out there to find the perfect one. I was looking for a stroller that was lightweight, folded up nice and compact, but still had sturdy wheels that could handle the cobblestones of Italy. I also didn't want to spend an absolute fortune.
We ended up going with the Cosatto Whoosh 3 and are delighted with it. We've had it for a month now and Kai (7 months) absolutely loves it! We had only gotten it for holidays but now use it all the time instead of the bigger travel system that we have.
It lays completely flat for when baby is sleeping, has a large hood that can block out the sun, has a removable activity bar, coffee cup holder, rain cover and folds up super small!! It was just over £200, which is a really good price for the quality of it! Definitely a must buy from me!
Cosatto Whoosh 3
#3 Stroller Organiser
These are really handy to attach to your stroller if heading out for a couple hours. It can hold a couple nappies, wipes, some snacks and a sippy cup. This saves you lugging around the big changing bag all of the time.
We picked up the below one from www.kaleidy.com for only €9.99 and have found it really handy!!
4# Buggy Rockit
This item is a bit on the pricey side, but we found it worked so well for us on our holidays and I would 100% buy it again. It clips onto the handle of the stroller and rocks the buggy when turned on. We used it when Kai fell asleep in the buggy, and we wanted to stop at a restaurant/coffee shop. We found it would get us maybe an extra hour or so of nap time, which while on holidays can be priceless! Think about being able to have that extra glass of vino or being able to watch that show in the hotel bar in the evenings!!
#5 Baby Swimming Floatie
Such a handy item so you can pop baby in the pool and let them kick their little legs about and splash in the water while still feeling safe and secure!
We picked up this one on amazon because it has a SPF 50+ sunshade over it. Super handy if you have a little troublemaker who likes to pull their hat off over and over. It comes in sizes small (3-6 months), medium (6-12 months) and large (2-24 months).
Laycol Baby Swimming Float
#6 Paddling Pool
A paddling pool is super handy if you have a baby or toddler with you. You can set it up right beside your sun lounger and they will happily play away with a little bit of water and some toys. This is a great way to keep the kiddies entertained when you don't want to have them in the sea/pool all of the time.
We picked this one up on Amazon as it has a little roof on it so it will also provide some shade for them. We actually use it at home too full of plastic balls and its great fun!
Bestway Toddler Paddling Pool with Sunshade
#7 Sunglasses
Sunglasses are really important when on summer holidays with a baby. There will be times when you can't 100% keep baby in the shade so sunglasses will help to protect their eyes. We found these ones really good as they have an elasticated band that goes around their head that keeps them in place.
UV Protection Polarized sunglasses
#8 0.5 Tog Sleeping Bag
When on holidays it can sometimes be very hot at night and can be stressful trying to keep baby warm but not too hot. We always use sleeping bags throughout the year and find the 0.5 tog ones perfect for holidays. They can be worn with a short-sleeved or long-sleeved vest, depending on the temperature.
#9 Sound Machine
Our baby can't sleep without white noise playing so we always bring a sound machine with us. This little owl will play white noise all night long and can be charged via USB. It is the perfect size to use in your hotel room or out on the move for buggy naps.
USB Powered White Noise and Sound Machine
#10 Nightlight
White light can be too stimulating for a baby and reduces the amount of melatonin their body makes. This nightlight has a nice yellow tone and can be easily turned on and off by tapping the top. It's perfect for night feeds or for finding your way to the bathroom in the middle of the night without stubbing a toe and waking the baby with your yelps of pain ;)
So, there you have my top 10 items for travelling with a baby. Let me know in the comments if you have any of these products or if you have any other items you would recommend for a stress-free holiday with your young ones ❤❤❤