All you need to know about travelling with a baby

Travelling with a baby, toddler or child is never an easy task. Not only do you have to pack a whole lot more things but also be prepared for all sorts of emergencies. Here are a few tips to keep in mind while travelling with a child...
If you’re travelling with a baby, make sure you pack in extra clothes, diapers and medicines because you never know when they might come in handy.

Always carry a list of emergency contacts with you in case the need arises.

Kids might take some time to adapt to their new surroundings. Hence, the moment you reach your destination, settle in by unpacking so that the child feels at ease when he/ she sees familiar items (toys, clothes etc).

Don’t forget to carry your child’s favourite toys and books. Not only will this keep them occupied but will also ensure that they don’t get cranky.

Most kids are fussy eaters so always carry some of the favourite snacks in case they don’t like the food at the hotel you’re staying at.

Always carry a hand sanitiser, antibacterial wet wipes and tissues in your handbag because you never know when the need arises. Not only will this ensure that your child is (relatively) germ-free but will also help in case of spillage.

Read up beforehand about the climate of the place that you’re about to visit. This will give you a fair idea of what to pack and what you can skip carrying unnecessarily.

As a parent you’re expected to keep your child entertained during those long journeys, so in the rare case when your child does not want to play with his/ her toys, make sure you have a stock of stories/ anecdotes that you can recite to them. It helps, of course, if you have a vivid imagination!