Last month, we had the opportunity to travel to visit my grandparents in Arizona. To avoid additional baggage fees, we somehow managed to check only one bag. Yes, we’re cheap like that. Granted, we had a stroller, car seat & two carry-ons. But thankfully, those were free!
Besides taking FOREVER in security because they had to test each of the baby food jars (and somehow setting off a chemical alarm???), we managed relatively hassle-free. One thing I would probably not suggest is to attempt a red-eye flight with a ten-month old infant. Were I rich, I wouldn’t have considered it. But the fact that it cut the airplane cost by a few hundred dollars, the red-eye flight was chosen. It was exhausting, yes. But we made it without crazy problems, and I’m really grateful that all worked out so well.
(Pierson’s face shows what he thinks of the ‘ole red-eye flight. This picture was taken at the Detroit Airport.)
I found an infant trip packing list online and it really helped me, so I’m listing it on my blog for my future reference. Maybe it will help you too. They are all fairly obvious, but having it all listed in one place is half my battle! Otherwise, I can get overwhelmed when starting to pack.
Packing list for infant:
- Diapers (and changing pad-if necessary)
- Blankets
- Plastic Bags (Please click link to see my favorite baby accessory. Especially since I cloth diaper! Thanks, Munchkin!)
- Diaper Rash Cream
- Wipes
- Hand Sanitizer
- Disposable baby washcloths with baby wash
- Tissues
- Burp Rags (multi-functional)
- Pacifiers
- Toys
- Clothes, socks, shoes
- Sun hat/swimsuit
- bibs (My favorite bib for travelling and for Pierson’s current stage, because you just run it under the sink and reuse! No washing machine needed!)
- spoon/ baby food/plastic bowls
- sippy cup/water (formula & bottles if needed)
- snacks for parents
- nightlight (I would have never thought to bring this, but it was invaluable when at my grandparents home!)
- fingernail clippers/baby tylenol
- pack-n-play
- front carrier
- car seat
- stroller
With all those dumb extra fees these days, this certainly helped me to stick with the essentials & avoid more luggage than necessary! Happy & safe travels!
