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Apparently leaving the house with kids now requires the packing skills of a survival expert. This magical bag fits diapers, snacks, wipes, spare clothes, my sanity, and somehow still zips. The bag listed is a newer version of what I had.
I bought my first YOYO in Singapore, Gen 1, then panic purchased another, Gen 2, two years later before a totally last-minute Disney trip and honestly? Best investments ever. This stroller has survived airports, jet lag, cobblestones, and full-speed parent sprints. It folds like magic, rides like a dream, and is basically the VIP pass of travel strollers. Bonus: airline staff everywhere now recognize it, so no more gate-check side-eye or stroller drama.
Our Ride or Die Baby Carrier- The Bjorn!
Used on every solo trip and proudly worn by Dad during grocery missions. Keeps baby snug, hands free, and prevents the classic cart-vs-toddler juggling act. Comfortable, simple, and dramatically better than carrying a wiggly child like a sack of potatoes.
Mixing formula on an airplane tray table should qualify as an Olympic sport. These bottles made flights so much easier! No spills, no chaos, no panic-scooping during seatbelt signs. Just instant parent sanity.
Did I use this on the flight? Absolutely. Did I manage to take a glamorous travel-bottle pic? Absolutely not. So here’s baby chilling beachside instead, fueled by the same Similac but now with a real bottle version & ocean views.
Breast Feeding? Get a Travel Boppy & Boobie Cover!
Loved my original Boppy… hated hauling it through terminals. This travel version? Much less “why did I do this to myself” and much more “okay, this is manageable.” Still saves your arms, still makes feeding easier, still makes you feel semi-prepared. Add a nursing cover and suddenly you’ve got comfort, privacy, and one less thing to stress about at 30,000 feet.
Wet Wipes- Not just for Baby Butts
Yes, they’re great for diaper changes. But also: sticky snacks, messy faces, airplane grime, and those unforgettable moments when a restroom has zero toilet paper. These go everywhere with me…kids optional.
Pack N’Play- Get the Delux and thank me later!
Yes, the bassinet insert is lovely… but mine lived its best life as a changing table. In addition to using it for sleep, do yourself a favor and get the mattress. Baby sleeps better, you sleep better, everyone wins.
Teething Necklace- Flight Distraction Gold
Not just for teething, also for distraction, survival, and keeping tiny hands busy when you desperately need them occupied. Especially clutch on flights.
I never travel without my mini parenting pharmacy: Destin/Butt Paste, a thermometer for those “wait… do you feel warm?” moments, plus Tylenol, Motrin, and Benadryl. Because diaper rash, fevers, teething, and surprise allergies have zero respect for your travel plans. Hope for the best, pack for the turbulence.
Additionally, we tend to forget about our own medical needs. For you, mom/dad, don’t forget the Ibuprofen/Tylenol, Pepto/Tums & Immodium! Our bodies temperament changes too after kids! I’ll regale you with my Egypt trip on another post…
Kilometers with Kids 