Traveling With Kids? These Are The 5 Must-Haves To Keep Them Clean And Fresh Wherever You Are

Traveling is surely exciting--new places to explore, new foods to try, and a long-awaited break from the mundane of our every day. Nothing beats that ecstatic feeling of finally checking your bucket list, “We’re here!”

But traveling with kids is another topic. It’s a whole lot of new anxiety and worry you may have never felt before. “Can my child tolerate the one-hour plane ride, just simply sitting there?”, “What happens if my child gets sick while we’re away?” These are just a few worries that run in a parent’s mind, especially on the first travel with a child.

Sometimes, because of these “ultimate” worries, we forget the simple things we need to do! Like making sure the kids stay fresh and comfortable wherever they are, whatever they are doing.

To help parents remove at least one worry while traveling, Smart Parenting rounded up a checklist of must-have items to ensure kids stay fresh and comfy, wherever they are.

5 must-haves to keep kids fresh and comfortable while traveling

1. Bring a Portable Fan

This is a lifesaver, whether you are traveling to a warm destination or not. Even during the cold months, airports and lines can get pretty stuffy for kids, so a portable fan is a must-have. Kids are also pretty quick to feel warm and hot, especially if they are running and exploring around.

There are varieties of portable fans available online, stroller-compatible fans, neck fans, and small handy fans that fit in a child's hand.

We found this Xiaomi Portable Neck Fan, which is completely quiet. It is also bladeless, perfectly safe for kids. Another special feature is its LED lights which come in handy for traveling at night.

Xiaomi Portable Neck Fan, P650, Lazada

2. Get a lotion that protects from everything.

This one is a no-brainer must-have for every traveling parentl, because carrying different bottles of sunblock, germ protection, and insect repellant can be quite a hassle, right? On top of that, kids may not feel fresh if there are three different lotions on their skin every time they’re going out.

A breakthrough total protection lotion--Dirt Bug Sun--offers protection from these 3. One bottle in the bag, and the kids stay fresh and safe! It offers up to 4.5 hours of protection from mosquitoes, while also protecting the child’s skin from germs. It also has organic UV filters that protect the skin from harmful UV rays. Dirt Bug Sun is dermatologically-tested and safe for kids 4 years old to 10 years old.

Dirt Bug Sun 50ml, P163, Lazada

3. Bring your reliable baby products.

Although toiletries are basic travel necessities, sometimes we think, “Ilang araw lang naman, iwan na natin 'yan sa bahay.” But with kids, it’s a must to bring their toiletries with them wherever they go. Kids’ skin may act up in the new environment and unpredictable weather, so it’s helpful that the skincare products we bring are reliable. We don’t want our vacation ruined by dry and itchy skin!

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If you’re looking for a reliable baby wash that is hypo-allergenic and does not cause skin irritation, whatever the weather, Tender Care Hypo-Allergenic Baby Wash is specially crafted for the baby’s delicate skin. Bonus part, Tender Care Baby Wash is at 33% off on Lazada! For additional feeling of freshness for kids, give them a dash of Tender Care Baby Powder! Works like magic!

Tender Care Hypo-Allergenic Baby Wash 1L, Pack of 2, P1,200, Lazada

Additional tip: If you have big bottles of Tender Care Baby Wash at home, refill smaller bottles with your child's favorite body wash and put them inside each of your bags (hand-carry, check-in, baby bag, your bag, even daddy’s bag). Whatever happens, there’s always a baby wash available. Check out this travel bottle set at Lazada.

Tender Care Hypo-Allergenic Baby Soap 115g, Pack of 3, P123, Lazada

4. Always ready for a #2 (poop) pack.

One surprising detail about traveling with kids is the toilet emergencies. Diapers are helpful, yes, but they can only last for a few hours. While traveling, there’s a higher possibility that not all comfort rooms are equipped with changing tables and bidets.

So make sure to pack a #2 (poop) pack! Water bottle plus soap, that’s it! There’s a trendy portable bidet available on Lazada, but a simple water bottle will also do the trick. The idea is you have some water with you, wherever the toilet is. 

Salorie Portable Bidet Sprayer, P137, Lazada

5. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!

A fail-proof trick to keep kids feeling fresh is to keep them hydrated. With all that’s happening while traveling, it’s a chore to keep reminding them to drink and help them with our own tumbler. Let them bring their own tumbler that they can manage! Aquaflask has a product line especially for kids--colorful designs and leak-proof mouth with drinking spout.

Aquaflask for Kids (18oz), P790, Lazada

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