All our tips for traveling with your baby

Your parent's dream: to be an all-terrain family that travels with baby ! All-inclusive by birth or eternal backpacker, with a little organization, you can take your little one on your adventures with complete peace of mind. We tell you where, when and how to discover the world with your mini backpacker!

What are the benefits of traveling for babies?

Globetrotting parents say it: going on a trip with your baby helps him open up to the world . So, make the most of it! A thousand discoveries await him; the sounds, the light, the smells. Traveling with your baby also means giving him attention in a fulfilling context. Parents, for their part, appreciate the discovery of this new travel format.

At what age can baby travel?

The answer is simple: 7 days after birth , your baby is already ready to fly. As a practical matter, it is easier to travel with an infant than with a one-year-old child. For very early travel desires, choose a nearby and cancellable destination. The first few weeks are a time when parents and child discover each other. We therefore advise you to live in the present moment and stay tuned.

Where to go with baby?

For the first trip with piou-piou, aim above all for safety !

Destinations to favor

To do this, make sure to keep a medical infrastructure close to your travel locations. Since baby jet lag is really overrated, we favor getaways in France or in border countries . Our beautiful Hexagon offers many activities for families. For example, there are secure cycle paths on the west coast and inland, alpine refuges with super-equipped rooms or Mediterranean beaches for the first sea baths.

Destinations to avoid

The younger your child, the more difficult it can be to interpret their cries. Temperature and humidity changes are difficult for little ones: avoid them! Similarly, before 18 months, altitudes above 1500 meters are not recommended . If you are traveling in Europe, don't forget to order a European health insurance card for your baby. Prevention is better than cure!

The essential accessory: the diaper bag

For the ideal suitcase , there are 100,000 schools. But for a nomadic baby's diaper bag , there is a checklist of essentials to take with you:

His health record.
Diapers: 5 for the day, plus 1 or 2 (just in case).
Disposable wipes
The usual creams and lotions.
A change of clothes.
Accessories adapted to the weather (glasses, cap, hat, warm coat, etc.)
The pacifier, the comforter and the sleeping bag for little ones to sleep
A cover.
Baby bottles, jars.
Two or three of his favorite toys.
A first aid kit (basics in case of mosquito bites, fevers, severe diarrhea or injuries)

And for long journeys: how do we do it?

Car journeys

Start strategically! Leave after the bath for a long sleep, or during the digestive nap that follows lunch. Ride during the day or at night, it all depends on your preferences. Opt for over-layers of one or two blankets , rather than overly warm outfits. Blankets are super practical to take off and put back on with the car seat.

Air travel

First, let's talk budget! Know that before 2 years old, your child can travel on your lap . In this case, the ticket costs only 10% of the price of an adult ticket. If you prefer your child to have his own seat, he then benefits from a discount of 20% to 30%. With some airlines, strollers and car seats are placed in the hold for free. As for the rest of your baby's luggage, its maximum volume is the same as yours! Little tip for takeoff/landing: give your baby a pacifier or water, sucking will relieve him of the pressure! As you will have understood, leaving with your baby is a mission 1,000 times possible! To have a peaceful vacation, you just have to anticipate and work with your limits and those of your child . Live a new adventure: the infinite pleasure of sharing the discovery of the world with your little one.