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Traveling with a baby for the first time for a beach vacation? There are things you need to know before packing your essentials, not just the best swim diapers for your baby. A vacation with a 9-month-old baby is not as easy as you think it is and of course, your comfort is important too, so do not miss your best tampon for swimming. But, it does not mean that you will let it ruin your vacation. Let me share to you some tips to make your vacation with your baby a worry-free adventure.

• Book a Convenient and a Baby-Friendly Room

Some of you are too excited to go on vacation and book the first room you find online. You forgot that you are traveling with your baby. When having a vacation with your baby, it is best to book rooms with separate sleeping areas. Find accommodation with one or two-bedroom suites. Booking a standard hotel room with one or two beds is not a good idea. If you book only the standard hotel room, you would probably go to sleep when your baby sleeps instead of having a conversation or watching a movie. If you book accommodation with separate rooms, you can do what you want while your baby is sleeping. If you are staying longer in one place, it is best to rent an apartment because they are much cheaper compared to hotels and it is like a home away from home. When booking, you can use sites like Airbnb, Hotels.com, and others. In choosing your accommodation, it is also best to consider its location. Most of the apartment rentals are situated away from the city center. If you want to save on your transportation expenses, stay on apartments located centrally. If you need to bring the baby stroller, you have to find an accommodation with an elevator or is situated only on the ground floor. 

• Make a list of the Essential Things Your Baby Need

The worst thing you would not want to experience is forgetting something.  It is best to list down the items your baby need to avoid such a situation. Of course, you can buy these things in case you forget them, but it might affect your budget, and this could ruin your vacation.Make sure you pack all the essential things your baby need from diapers, mittens, milk, feeding bottle, medicines, and other essentials. Your list should include the quantity you need depending on the number of days of your vacation.

• Don’t forget to download your baby’s favorite games, movies, and others

Babies tend to get bored during long -travel. The best way to keep them busy is to let them watch their favorite cartoons, and bring their toys along.At present, babies are hooked to smartphones and tablets. They could watch their favorite shows all day long using different gadgets. I am not sure whether it’s a good idea or not, but I think it is one of the best ways to keep them occupied.  So, before heading to the vacation site, it is best to search online for educational and entertaining cartoons and download them on your gadgets. You will travel peacefully with your baby.

• Visit Your Pediatrician

Before heading to your vacation site, it is best to visit his pediatrician a day or two before you travel. To make sure that your baby is safe to travel. Some parents tend to forget to check the health condition of their little ones. You would not want your babies to get sick while on vacation. Besides, it will only take you 30 minutes or less in the clinic. If you are traveling overseas, it is highly recommended that your baby gets vaccinated. The vaccines will keep your baby protected from measles and mumps and other air-borne diseases.  

• Book the Right Airplane Seats

If you are traveling by air, you need to purchase a separate seat for your little ones. Don’t forget to bring your car seat with you. But make sure it complies with the code, not all car seats are allowed for air travel. If you plan to hold your baby, don’t forget to reserve the seat on the window or the aisle when you book. In case you failed to reserve the seats, you can ask the assistance of the airline and inform them that you are traveling with your baby. They would arrange a seat for you and your baby.

Final Thoughts

If you want to have a problem-free vacation with your baby, keep the above tips in mind. Planning a beach vacation with a baby does not have to be overwhelming. Just make sure you have prepared the holiday well. No need to go on vacation until your baby is big enough to travel. You can have the best vacation with your little ones now and Top-Mom will help you to choose the best for you and your baby.So, what are you waiting for? Plan now and start searching for the best place to have a baby-friendly vacation on the east coast.

Courtney P.

I’m a 20-something stay-at-home mother and wife. I have an amazing husband, a beautiful daughter, two loving dogs, and a lazy cat. I wouldn’t change my life for anything! I love to read, listen to music, cook and blog!

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