Baby on the Road
A car trip is often the way to travel with baby. You
can go on the spur of the moment; you can stop whenever
you want or need to. You won't need to set any speed
records - be prepared for a 3 hour trip to take at
least 5. Make preparation to ensure a pleasant time
for all and factor in extra time for unplanned stops.
Some tips you may find useful:
• Feed baby before leaving, so you won't have
to make a feeding stop too soon. It is not advisable
to take baby out of her car seat (assuming you are
using one) to nurse or bottle feed in a moving vehicle.
• Leave just before baby's naptime, if possible,
or a little before her naptime.
• Be prepared for frequent stops. It is difficult
to keep baby confined for long; use this time to yourself
and baby a break out of the car.
• Factor in extra time for everything. You need
to feed and change baby, comfort a fussy baby. Some
babies have a hard time sleeping in the car so you
may need to let her lie down for a bit.
• Have her favorite toys and comfort objects
at hand.
• Bring along her favorite music CDs.
• Pack all the supplies you will need i.e. disposable
diapers, baby wipes, formula, bottles, burp cloths,
change of clothes, anything else your baby may require.
• Neck support or a rolled soft blanket to provide
your baby with a comfortable sleeping position
Make preparations before hand. Pack things last that
you would require soonest so that they are readily
available. Keep essentials within easy access.
