Summer, sun, beach - and baby

Do you hear it too? The gentle rustling of the sea, the clinking of ice cubes in your cold refreshment beside you, and the murmuring in a foreign language - finally vacation! But what's that? It can't be... a crying baby, great. But wait, it's YOUR crying baby! Looks like the relaxation at the beach is over. It was too good to be true... What other surprises a summer holiday with a baby can hold and how often reality differs from expectations, you'll find out in this article.

First step: The planning

Introduction: Why plan on a grand scale? It's just a vacation — and now with a little travel companion! Of course, not every destination is suitable anymore, so you and your partner will probably quickly decide on a place. A family-friendly accommodation should also be easy to find, and excursions are best planned on-site anyway. So, let's see where the best deals are right now.

Reality: Questions upon questions: What is the best travel destination? Why are there so many vacation spots suitable for babies? Plane, car, or train? Eifel or Spain? Lake or sea? All-inclusive or self-catering? Air conditioning or fireplace? And what about the foreign health insurance? Before the First vacation with baby it's called initial planning stress. With your new little travel companion, there's so much to consider and you don't even know where to start. After all, the vacation should be perfect for your baby, for you, and for your partner, and you want to be prepared for all eventualities. After all the organizing, you're definitely ready for a holiday. ;)

Ready, set, go with the suitcases!

Introduction: Packing is always stressful - you know that. To prevent this, you simply write a packing list beforehand and of course a list. Checklist for the diaper bag - then everything necessary is included and nothing will be forgotten. A suitcase for you, a stroller, and a travel bag for your baby should suffice. Luckily, your explorer doesn't need much - forgetting their favorite plush toy would be a disaster, so it's at the top of the list. And if something is missing after all, you think it should be easy to buy on site.

Reality: Pure chaos! The packing list has long been buried under piles of clothes, toiletry bags, and baby items. Not to be overlooked: the especially large "You never know, I better take it just in case" stack. After all, a few extra outfits, a few extra diapers, a few extra bibs, and a few extra toys can't hurt — and suddenly one suitcase quickly becomes three. Once you're there, you'll realize: Damn, not enough diapers packed after all. To save you from worrying about that, you can set your delivery location in the LILLYDOO subscription simply adjust and have the diapers delivered directly to your vacation spot in Italy, Spain, France, Austria, Switzerland, or the Netherlands in a convenient way. Alternatively, you can postpone the next delivery date by up to five days so that the subscription box arrives on time before or only after your return.

The journey is the destination: Getting there

Introduction: Finally, the adventure of your first trip together begins! No matter if airplane , Car or train - Your baby will be well entertained before the trip, so it can easily sleep through the hours of travel. When it is awake, there will be plenty of entertainment and food provided. If the fussiness starts, pacifiers, music boxes, cuddling, and the like will surely help. - The other passengers will definitely show understanding.

Reality: Annoyed glances from all rows and a crying baby on your lap. It all started so nicely, and the first hours were peacefully sleeping. But now your little explorer is hungry and wants all the other passengers to notice. Now it's time to nurse or Little bottle give and hope that peace will return soon. Especially breastfeeding can sometimes be a challenge on the go, but don't let looks bother you and find a place where you feel comfortable. Which breastfeeding positions are suitable for on the go, you'll find out in our article "<|endoftext|>" The Basics of Stillness Positions "Don't let seemingly annoyed looks disturb your peace; after all, babies do cry – no reason to let it spoil your holiday excitement."

Cooling down in the pool

Introduction: Pure bathing fun with your little water rat! You enjoy the cool water and loving physical contact while splashing around together. And the first ride with the swimming ring also provides many shared laughs. Our article " Baby swimming " reveals to you everything to watch out for in and around the water. After the water activity, your little explorer is thoroughly tired out, so you have time for your favorite book by the pool during their nap.

Reality: Playing calmly in the water looks different — you are highly attentive and always careful to ensure nothing goes wrong in the water. To keep the fun of swimming unspoiled, the ... take care of it. LILLYDOO kids swimming diapers . Your Turbo Tunnel and elastic leg cuffs provide freedom of movement and leak protection, so nothing goes wrong even in the water. Like all LILLYDOO diapers, the kids' swim diapers are also free of perfumes and lotions.

Sleep in

Introduction: So many new, exciting impressions and the summer weather will surely tire your little explorer out, so he can sleep in peacefully and enjoy his nap. Meanwhile, you and your partner will catch up on the lost sleep from the past months and have some time for yourselves. A relaxing bath after getting up and a hearty breakfast make the start of the day perfect.

Reality: The early bird catches the worm! That is exactly the motto of your baby for the vacation - after all, there is so much to experience! Sleeping in for you and your partner is not part of the plan for your little early riser. But at least you get to see breathtaking sunrises and hopefully catch up on some sleep during the day in a hammock - it's vacation, so you have to see everything positively. :)

Time for oneself, time for romance

Introduction: You have chosen a baby-friendly hotel with childcare or the grandparents are accompanying you as babysitter support – then nothing stands in the way of relaxation and hours of togetherness. Finally, time again for you to read, bathe, and relax, and finally time for you and your partner. A romantic candlelit dinner on the beach or a joint trip to the spa, and you're recharged to play and explore with your little adventurer.

Reality: Two hours without your baby and you're already missing it! Of course, there are those moments when you just want to relax and instead have to remove the sand molds from your little builder's mouth for the tenth time, moments when you want to be close to your partner and instead have to watch out that your little explorer doesn't suddenly crawl into the pool — but all the nerves are worth it when you see your baby laughing under the sunshade. Romantic moments also take on a completely new meaning for you and now mean changing diapers at sunset under the palm trees. :)

Explore country and people

Introduction: New land, new culture, new impressions - simply that Baby carrier wrapped up and off you go on an adventure with your baby. Together you explore new museums, restaurants, and beautiful landscapes. After all, you've already tested what it means to be together Excursions is on.

Reality: Getting to know people is easy with your crawling flirt artist – this way, you quickly make new vacation acquaintances. And who needs to see more than the area around the accommodation and the beach?! After the first trip in summer heat, a diaper bag that's way too full, and an impatient baby, you'll realize how wonderful it is to have all entertainment nearby. Your little vacation companion only needs a little water and you to be happy – and if your baby is happy, so are you.

Even if summer vacation with a baby can require a lot of patience and, above all, planning, it is the unforgettable moments you will experience together that are definitely worth it. Trust your gut feeling - you know best what your little family enjoys and which type of vacation is right for you. We wish you a wonderful summer holiday with many relaxing hours.