Updated baby car camping must haves

Alright let’s dive in … round ✌🏼

TUB

For longer travels.

This is my main infant tub at home too because it works in the shower, and in the bath tub without having to fill the whole thing.

Lay down option for younger. And then swap to sitting position on the other side for older babies.

Mix water w boiling water to make just the right temp.

KYTE SLEEP SACK

Use these at home every night too

Depending on where you’re camping and your rig you can go up in weight for warmth

SNUGGLE ME

This helps me feel more comfortable co-sleeping when they’re infants … do your research here and decide what you’re most comfortable with 😉

BUGABOO CRIB

This fit great in our van.

If you’ve got a GFC/Super Pacific style camper: This fits in the bed of the truck if you find you want them to sleep below. Folds up super nice. I like that the feet go straight down rather than out for better use of a tight space.

OTHER OPTION: Guava Lotus Travel Crib

Love the side zipper so you can access them easier.

Which I’ve really liked using for toddler stage too because they can climb in and out in their own

OUTDOOR RUG/BLANKET

Any will do!

BABY SLEEPING BAG

Great for if you’re in a rtt or something that doesn’t have temp regulations

There are 2 weights. The lighter one has access to their hands. The heavier weight has their hands completely closed off … something I wish I’d known! I prefer the lighter weight (40 degree) and just put them in a fleece pj underneath.

SOUND MACHINE

Love the clip and the sound options

FAN

Depends on your temps

HIGH CHAIR

Keeps them contained too

Grab a silicone bib for easy clean up and less laundry.


Some extra travel options …

DOONA

Car seat + stroller in one

Psst! You don’t have to use the base if you’re trying to save on weight and space (see instructions for how to buckle it in)

We use around camp so he can hang out w/us and be off the ground … same idea as a stroller but its a 2 and 1 for space purposes
Also great for running into town/store quickly without having to take them out or wake them up.

MAXI COSI ROMI

Maxi Cosi makes the BEST car seats … any of them are our favorites.

We love this one because it’s super compact and so light weight.

Works in older cars that don’t have car seat anchors

All time fav for travel infant through toddler. Convertible for forward and back facing.

I find the bigger heavier ones are just too much car seat when you’ve got dogs and gear …

CARRIER

So much better than packing a stroller if you can swing it. My babies love this because they like to be held or a part of the action when I need both hands.

Good for short hikes too.

This one is by Artipoppe … worth it but there are also so many options out there (Wildbird)

BABY JOGGER CITY TOUR 2

If you’re going to pack a stroller — this is my favorite brand all around for strollers!!

Use to run around town or just hang around camp at elevated level w/sun protection.

I also reclines almost flat for good naps.

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