Sometimes it seems like preschoolers should come with their own bellhops. Here’s everything you need to be prepared for your next trip. By MiniTime
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Clothes __ outfits (1 per day + 2 extra) __ dressy outfit __ socks (1 pair per day + 2 extra) __ underwear or pull-ups (1-2 per day + 2 extra) __ shoes/sandals __ waterproof jacket with hood __ sun hat __ barrettes/ponytail holders
Carry-on Bag/Tote __ crayons or washable markers __ coloring book __ sweatshirt/hoodie/sweater __ child’s passport if traveling internationally __ plastic bags (for storing wet clothes, motion sickness emergencies, etc.) __ boarding passes __ itinerary __ contact info for where you’ll be staying, rental car, etc. __ snacks (crackers, freeze-dried fruit, string cheese, etc.) __ sippy cups __ lollipops for takeoff and landing to relieve ear pressure if you’re flying (or get a favorite drink once through security or from a flight attendant before takeoff) __ a couple of small favorite toys and a couple of new toys __ extra outfit for child __ extra shirt for you __ laptop, tablet computer or portable DVD player with favorite DVD __ children’s book __ favorite blanket __ lovey __ pajamas __ tissues __ digital thermometer __ children’s nasal saline drops __ children’s acetaminophen __ prescription medications __ antibiotic ointment __ bandages
Gear __ lightweight stroller __ car seat __ travel potty
Bath __ universal sink/tub stopper (available at hardware stores) __ a couple of favorite bath toys __ children’s shampoo/soap __ children’s toothbrush __ children’s toothpaste __ travel potty __ comb/hairbrush __ nail scissors __ sunscreen
Bedtime __ stuffed animal/doll/lovey __ nightlight __ pajamas (1 per day + 2 extra) __ kids’ books
Sun/Pool/Beach __ 2 swimsuits __ life vest __ a couple of favorite beach toys __ earplugs __ bug spray
Sun/Pool/Beach __ two swimsuits __ swim diapers __ life vest __ a couple of favorite beach toys
Cold Weather/Snow __ mittens __ parka __ snow boots __ snow pants __ warm hat
