The first holidays of the school year are just beginning, and you may be getting ready to go on a trip for the first time with your baby. For some, it's a visceral need, for others, it's like climbing Mont Blanc! Don't worry, traveling with a baby is not that complicated, provided you have good organization...
Choose the destination
You need a change of scenery during these holidays, that's for sure, but where to go? With a baby, choosing the destination is essential. The ideal is to find the right compromise between your desire for a change of scenery and logistics that won't cause you too much trouble. If you think that a long weekend in the family home in Normandy will recharge your batteries more than a road trip under the coconut trees, go for it!
Preparing baby's things
Before, you could pack your bags in a few minutes flat, but that was before. Now, you start by taking care of the baby's suitcase, and the rest comes later. Besides, to avoid forgetting something essential (diapers, travel cot, comforters, etc.), you created a competition checklist. And it helps!
Getting around with baby
Depending on your choice of destination, remember to bring the right tool to transport your baby. No need to take your comfortable (and super heavy) stroller to a city full of stairs like Lyon or Lisbon. In this case, opt for a baby carrier . Much more practical for getting around and for kissing baby!
Identify baby-friendly addresses
When traveling, you have to navigate a bit by sight when it comes to finding a place to rest or eat with a baby. If you can, identify baby-friendly addresses in advance. This will save you from going round and round for hours, using a place on a terrace or a corner to breastfeed your child out of sight . Also make your life easier by booking accommodation equipped with childcare accessories such as a travel cot or a high chair.
Adapt your pace
Last but not least, tell yourself that you are going on vacation with your baby. These moments will surely not be the most relaxing of your life, but they will be so enriching! Curious about everything, your baby will lead you to observe the environment differently, and above all, he will invite you to take your time. And that's what vacations are made for, right?
So have a good trip with baby!
Text P. Louis
Photo Blanc Coco Photographer