Packing for a 1 year old

Traveling with a youngster is not for the faint of heart. It takes lots of planning and preparation but is definitely worth all the headache. We are stationed in Germany for only a few years and when we had Rand, there was no question about it... we needed to keep traveling, even with a baby. I have to admit this first year was super easy. Rand was breastfed and it was nice not having to worry about bottles or formula. We do cloth diaper but not on the road... I gave in and use sposies but I do use CD shells to prevent blowouts and leaks. We get looks and comments ALL the time on vacation but I don't mind. There are some places I don't feel comfortable bringing my baby and I do think of others and won't take my child on certain excursions because who wants to hear a baby crying when you paid a ton of money for a show or dinner?

The London/ Dublin trip is just around the corner and I am a bit nervous about packing for Rand. I have a good idea of what to pack and bring with us but we are flying Ryanair and then taking a train and boat ride so we are limited on our luggage space and weight.

Here are my favorite items for my 1 year old world traveler:

1. Baby food pouches (Hipp)- At home, I make Rand's food but that is not an option when we are traveling so I get a ton of these food pouches and they are a hit with Rand! He loves these things!

2. a Light weight stroller (Maclaren Volo)- I bought an old Maclaren Volo on bookoo for only $15 and it is great for traveling. It is lightweight but well made and has a nifty carrying strap for when you collapse it. I know my husband missed his cup holder and storage space from out other stroller but this one will do great for our next trip. 

3. Ergo- I can not say enough amazing things about this awesome carrier! I love this thing!

4. a Scarf- I know this sounds like a weird essential for traveling with a 1 year old but trust me, its great! I not only use this for a cover for when I nurse Rand in public but I also use it as a strap to tie Rand into a highchair at restuarants. It is also a great sun shield for the stroller, a light weight blanket and looks great around Momma's neck :)

5. Peekaru Original Fleece Baby Carrier Cover- Like I said before, I love my Ergo and this cover is perfect for covering up baby (and Mommy) when it is cold out. I bought this one on Amazon. On the road, I also use this as a footmuff for Rand in his stroller.

6. a toy/ sippy cup strap- I actually made mine but you can find them on Amazon or Etsy. These are great for on the road and at home. No more bending over and picking up you lo's toys and cups while they are in a highchair or stroller. I made mine with an elastic loop and also a velcro strap so it can connect to different objects in different ways.