Functional, Cute, and Ready for Takeoff

(we are compiling an amazon list currently of all things we love – so standby for that)

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CARRY-ON BAG:

• ☐ Diapers (enough for flight + 2 extras)
• ☐ Wipes (all-purpose)
• ☐ Changing pad
• ☐ Extra outfit for toddler (in Ziplock)
• ☐ Extra shirt for YOU
• ☐ Blanket or large swaddle
• ☐ Lightweight jacket or sweater (for you & toddler)
• ☐ Baby carrier (sling or backpack style)
• ☐ Comfort item (stuffed animal, lovey)
• ☐ Small first-aid kit
• ☐ Ziplock bags (multipurpose)
• ☐ Antibacterial wipes + hand sanitizer
• ☐ Toddler headphones
• ☐ Tablet fully charged (+ shows/movies preloaded)
• ☐ Portable charger & cords

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SNACK PACK:

• ☐ Pouches (applesauce, yogurt)
• ☐ Spill-proof snack cup (with Cheerios, puffs, Goldfish)
• ☐ Cut fruit (grapes, blueberries)
• ☐ Fruit leather or bars
• ☐ Mini cheese sticks
• ☐ Bite-sized sandwiches
• ☐ “Special treat” (lollipops, fruit snacks)
• ☐ Sippy cup or reusable water bottle (empty until post-security)

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TOYS + ENTERTAINMENT:

• ☐ Busy board or soft activity book
• ☐ Water Wow coloring book
• ☐ Sticker books (tons!)
• ☐ 2-3 small new toys (car, mini doll, pop-it)
• ☐ Crayons + small notebook
• ☐ Favorite board books
• ☐ Inflatable footrest pillow (if allowed)

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MISCELLANEOUS LIFESAVERS:

• ☐ Copies of tickets/boarding passes
• ☐ IDs/passports
• ☐ Small travel pillow
• ☐ Light umbrella stroller (gate check ready)
• ☐ Car seat (if bringing one on board)

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ocd (mine), MOM REMINDERS:

• ☐ Board LAST, not first
• ☐ Let them RUN before boarding
• ☐ Overpack snacks, underpack guilt
• ☐ No one is allowed to make you feel bad. Period.
• ☐ Bribery is strategic parenting, not weakness. 💪

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You’ve got this! 💪 Safe travels and remember: if the plane lands and nobody is naked, crying, or banned from the airline…you won. ✨