You may be a good packer, but realising what is essential for a baby is a bit different from what is included in an adult packing list. Here is a guide to make things easy for you during your vacation in a top family-friendly setting, the Maldives.
1. Comfortable clothing
Keep in mind that you need plenty of comfortable clothing when travelling with a baby. Accidents may be frequent in the form of spills, spit-ups and diaper leakages. Temperature changes, too, can be expected onboard the flight and then in the tropical climate in the Maldives. Make sure that the clothing is soft and breathable. Cottons are especially suitable. Frequent changes, like two to three per day, are especially good for hygiene.
2. Diapers
You can never run out of diapers when you are travelling with your baby. Take more than you think you need, as there might be an unexpected amount if changes. Being armed with more than the amount you think you need will keep you stress-free from trying to find more while vacationing. Travel stress can make babies have unpredictable blowouts. Therefore, feel at ease and be ready to deal with such messy situations.
3. Feeding supplies and snacks
A happy infant is a well-fed one. Therefore, you need to pack plenty of formula in a specific brand that your baby is used to. This will ensure that the baby will get the nutrition he or she needs during the stay. If your baby is eating already, then toss in some familiar snacks. It is better to give those than something alien, which might cause allergies. This will give you peace of mind knowing that safe and familiar food is close at hand when needed. Take along any bibs, bottles, burp clothes, sterilisers and bottle brushes to prevent any health concerns from arising.
4. Baby-safe toiletries
Not all kinds of creams and lotions go with baby skin. It is safe to stick to any brands that you have already used to maintain their delicate skin health and prevent rashes from emerging and irritations from occurring. Take some travel-size packs so that they will not take up your space much, but make sure you have more than plenty during your stay. A baby-safe sunscreen and insect repellent will be useful in the Maldives. Do not forget first aid and any medications that are recommended by your infant’s paediatrician.
5. Sleep gear
Familiarity has a calming effect on a baby. Therefore, though you are at a different location, it is important to follow a routine and make sure that your baby is fed on time and follows the normal sleep routine. Some family friendly Maldives resorts offer cots for the rooms on request. You can take along a nightlight and a white noise machine if your infant is used to these. Dhigali Maldives offers villas with privacy that have been placed in secluded layouts and low-key environments for undisturbed sleep. Their Deluxe Beach Bungalows are especially spacious and will allow your baby, if he or she is in the crawling stage, to move about freely.
