Baby Travel Essentials for London: Planning Your Little Ones Adventure
Planning a trip to London with your baby can be exciting and slightly overwhelming. While you can’t wait to enjoy the fast-paced nature of the city with your bub, you can’t help but think of all of the what-ifs you may encounter when out and about. The good news is that travelling to London with your little one doesn’t have to be stressful – so long as you plan ahead and take it easy. Here are our top tips for planning a day out in London with your baby.
Bring along a lightweight pram
If you’re planning on venturing down to London via train, do away with your trusted bulky pram and instead invest in a lightweight option that’s easy to collapse. Trains and buses can quickly fill up, and the last thing you want is to be juggling your baby while trying to navigate a big, bulky pram. The good news is that there are plenty of affordable lightweight prams out there, from buying directly from the store to secondhand options from local parents who don’t need theirs anymore.
Invest in a comfortable baby-carrier
Baby carriers can be a lifesaver when getting out and about in London. From helping your little nap on the go to keeping them safe and secure amidst the chaos of the big city, this age-old method of carrying your child is a must when travelling. Helping keep them snug and settled, baby carriers will keep your precious bub warm and cosy both inside and outside.
Only pack the essentials
While it can be tempting to pack up your entire house ahead of an outing to London, do your best to stick to the essentials. Being weighed down by a heavy baby bag isn’t only uncomfortable but incredibly inconvenient when you’re trying to locate needed items. Here are some recommended items to pack ahead of your London outing with bub.
- 2-3 change of clothes (packed into separate bags for easy access)
- Nappies
- Wipes
- Disposable changing mat
- 2 x muslin cloths
- Milk or formula (if required)
- Water bottle
- Sun hat
- Basic first aid items
While you may have fallen in love with that adorable baby bag that only has a single shoulder strap, remember to invest in a bag that meets your needs. Lots of parents prefer travelling with a backpack when packing the essentials to free up their hands for other things. We also recommend seeking out a baby bag with multiple compartments, helping you store your keys and wallet for a smooth and stress-free trip.
Do your research ahead of time
While you may have once been able to travel to London without much thought, planning an outing with your little one requires a bit more foresight. Avoid travelling on a day when there are planned public transport strikes and seek out accessible baby-changing facilities near where you’re going. This will help you avoid changing bub in a crammed pub bathroom without the necessary changing facilities provided.
Take it easy
Planning a trip to London with your baby can be incredibly exciting. You can’t wait to take them to your favourite spots and enjoy the hustle and bustle of the city with your newest addition. But while you may be tempted to cram in as much as possible to get the most out of the city, remember that you’re travelling with a baby. Take it easy and relax. Accept that your day may not always go as planned and remember to keep a sense of humour. Whether that means rocking your baby outside to help them drift off to sleep or opting for a long walk instead of taking public transport, take a deep breath and remember that this stage is temporary.
Baby travel essentials for London
Planning a day out with your little one in London can make for a fun and memorable experience so long as you plan ahead, pack the essentials and retain a sense of humour. While this outing may look a bit different than your pre-baby trips to London, it can still be just as exciting and special. Take it easy, have fun and enjoy!
