Created byCaroline Klink

Glen Ellyn, IL

Traveling with Babies and Toddlers

My favorite and most-used items for traveling with babies and toddlers

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Copper Pearl Multi-Use Cover: Car Seat Covers

Cooper Pearl

Car Seat Accessories

Copper Pearl Multi-Use Cover: Car Seat Covers

$26.95

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“Love this car seat cover for keeping baby in the dark when they're sleeping in the airport, on the plane or just in the stroller! Also doubles as a nursing cover or blanket! ”

AMACOOL

Stroller Accessories

AMACOOL Battery Operated Stroller Fan

$23.69

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“This was so nice to have when taking my newborns out in the heat. It's so easy to clip on to anything, and I felt better that they were cool. I love this one because it's rechargeable and doesn't require replacing batteries constantly. Also great for hot airplanes! ”

Dynarex

Diapers

Dynarex 1341 Disposable UnderPad

$15.39

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“I always keep these handy in my diaper bag to lay down on public changing tables! They're also great to have at home in the early newborn days when accidents seem to always happen DURING diaper changes :) ”

Yogasleep Rohm Portable White Noise Machine for Travel

Marpac

Sound Machines & Soothers

Yogasleep Rohm Portable White Noise Machine for Travel

$19.99

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“Love this sound machine. We use it for naps while travelling (plane, car, etc.) and also for on-the-go naps in the stroller! It has several different sounds and volumes, and it's chargeable so you don't need to keep replacing batteries. ”

Baby Shusher

Sound Machines & Soothers

Baby Shusher: The Original Sound Machine for Babies

$34.99

Baby Shusher is the original sleep sound machine miracle for newborns! Baby Shusher emits a gentle and rhythmic shhhh sound. Safe, simple, and highly effective, Baby Shusher is a must-have in for every nursery, travel bag, car seat, changing table, and stroller. This is a portable sleep soother! The light-weight Baby Shusher is powered by two AA Duracell batteries and comes with an attachable strap. Customize the experience for your baby. Easily set the sound machine to shush for 15 or 30 minutes. To turn Shusher on or adjust the volume, simply twist the base. Designed by Pediatricians and engineered for safety. Baby Shusher is durably constructed and made from BPA-free and Pthalate-free materials. Comes with two (2) Duracell AA batteries. Baby Shusher makes an excellent gift and is a great addition to any newborn baby gift registry.

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“This is great for when you need baby to go to sleep but are tired of shhing over and over. Genius. Also great for airplanes! ”

TOHIBEE

Miscellaneous Toys & Activity

Suction Cup Spinner Toys

$8.99

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“These attach to any hard surface, and kept my 1-year old entertained while we traveled ”

Cosco

Convertible Car Seats

Cosco Kids Scenera NEXT Convertible Car Seat

Fits 3 across in the back seat of most vehicles Rear-facing 5-40 lb and 19-40 in. and Forward-facing 22-40 lb and 29-43 in. and at least 1 year old (Actual fit may vary. Not all children will comfortably fit in the seat for the full weight and height ranges listed). Side Impact Protection 5-point harness with easy front adjustment 5 harness heights and 3 buckle locations allow for the best fit for growing children Seat pad is machine washable and dryer safe; removes smoothly for easy cleaning Removable cup holder is dishwasher safe Certified for use on aircraft Compact TSA friendly design for airport security LATCH equipped and capable for the entire life of the car seat Meets or exceeds Federal Safety Standards (NHTSA)

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“Love this convertible car seat for travel! SO lightweight and easy to carry. We also use it as a spare car seat for grandparents' cars when we're not traveling. The only downside is they can feel the seatbelt through the back of it when you use it on planes, but it hasn't kept my kids from sleeping just fine in it, even on long international flights. Definitely worth it if you're planning to take a flight and you're out of the infant car seat stage! ”

BUSY BABY

Playmats

BUSY BABY Silicone Placemat

$28.49

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“This is a great way to keep toys from falling on the floor on the plane or out at restaurants. You can even suction it to the plane window! ”

Melissa & Doug

Playmats

Melissa & Doug On the Go Water Wow! Reusable Water-Reveal Activity Pads

$23.99

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“My 2-year-old loves these! Great for travel too. ”

SlumberPod

Bassinets & Bedside Sleepers

SlumberPod Portable Privacy Pod Blackout Canopy Sleeping Space

$179.99

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“This is so helpful for when you're staying in the same room as your kid(s). This fits over most travel cribs, and gives baby a cozy, dark space to sleep. That way, you can be in the room with the lights on while they're sleeping... amazing. This has saved us and gotten us good sleep on so many trips. It also comes with a travel bag and folds up small enough to fit in a suitcase. ”

hiccapop

Mattresses

hiccapop Inflatable Toddler Travel Bed with Safety Bumpers [4-Sided] | Portable Toddler Bed for Kids | Toddler Air Mattress | Kids Air Mattress

$84.92

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“This mattress is great when you're traveling with toddlers who aren't quite ready for a bed but are too big for a pack and play. Easy and quick to inflate, comfortable, and I love that it has bumpers on the sides so they don't fall off! ”

Munchkin

Wipes

Munchkin® Arm & Hammer Pacifier Wipes

$3.98

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“Great to keep in your diaper bag for when the paci inevitably falls on the dirty floor ”

V VOLKGO

Car Seats

V VOLKGO Car Seat Bags for Air Travel

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“Love this bag for gate checking car seats because it has backpack straps so it's one less thing to hold through the airport. It's durable and pretty spacious. ”

Luxuroo

Diaper Bags & Backpacks

Luxuroo COOL Breast Milk Cooler Bag

$59.99

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“A cooler designed just for moms! It has a separate compartment for pump parts, pockets to keep ice packs in place, a bottle divider to keep bottles upright, lots of pockets for phone, utensils, etc., a buckle handle so you can attach it to a stroller, a built-in name label for daycare, and a removable middle panel so you can change from 1 larger compartment to 2 smaller compartments, depending on your needs for that day. We have used it for pumping on the go (pump parts in the top section and pumped milk in the bottom section), sending bottles and baby food to daycare (it fits 4 wide bottles or 6 narrow bottles), and bringing lunch to the pool. ”

Baby Buddy

Pacifiers & Accessories

Baby Buddy Secure-a-Toy, Adjustable Pacifier and Teether Strap for Stroller

$6.95

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“This worked so much better for us than a pacifier clip, which always seems to get pulled off. Just snap one side around the stroller or car seat strap, and the other around the pacifier (or a toy). This way you don't lose it in transit and baby can always easily find it! ”

Tegu

8 Piece Tegu Pocket Pouch Magnetic Wooden Block Set

$33.49

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“A great plane toy that doubles as a great restaurant toy! They're magnetic and fun for adults too :) ”

BabyBjörn

Carriers

BabyBjörn Baby Carrier Mini

$72.99

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“Highly recommend bringing a baby carrier with you in the airport/on the plane, especially if your child is traveling as a lap child (without a seat). You can get on the plane with your hands-free, and they are usually more content snuggled up with you. My kids usually fall asleep in it and I can actually relax! Just be prepared that some airlines may ask you to take the baby out for takeoff and landing. (Also great to have as a backup just in case your stroller gets lost.) ”

Graco

Playards & Accessories

Graco Pack 'n Play Close2Baby Bassinet Playard

$151.99

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Caroline KlinkCan't live without“Any portable crib works for travel, but we loved this one for keeping downstairs at home during the newborn phase also. I loved that it had a changing table and organizer for diapers, wipes, etc. We used it a lot instead of going upstairs for diaper changes, and our babies also slept in all the different configurations as they grew. (Just note that the diaper changing part and bassinet parts do NOT fold up with the pack and play for travel.) ”