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What to Pack for Thailand With a Baby: What We Actually Used

Packing for Thailand with a baby felt completely different from packing for any trip we'd taken before.

We were going for a month. It was going to be hot. We didn't know how easy diapers, baby food, laundry or other supplies would be to find. And because we were travelling with an eight-month-old, it was very tempting to pack for every possible scenario.

The good news?

We needed far less than we thought.

After travelling around Thailand with Parker, there were a handful of things we used constantly, some things we were very glad we'd brought from home, and plenty we could easily have left behind.

If you're wondering what to pack for Thailand with a baby, here's what we'd bring if we were doing the trip again tomorrow.

Allison & Chris Hanovich 2026-06-26 Allison & Chris Hanovich 2026-06-26

Baby Gear Rental for Travel: What We’d Rent vs. Pack

Traveling with a baby often feels like moving house for a week.

Before our first trip with Parker, I was convinced we needed to bring everything: the stroller, the playpen, the high chair, the bathtub, the toys... the list seemed endless. But after a few trips, we've learned that packing less can actually make travel easier.

One of the biggest travel hacks we've discovered is renting baby equipment at our destination instead of hauling it through airports, taxis, and hotel lobbies.

Not only does it save luggage space, but it can also make your travel days significantly less stressful.

Here are the baby items we would rent again in a heartbeat.

Allison & Chris Hanovich 2026-02-28 Allison & Chris Hanovich 2026-02-28

Packing for a Trip With a Baby

Packing for a trip with a baby can feel overwhelming at first.

Before Parker, packing was simple: a small suitcase, maybe a carry-on, and we were ready to go. Traveling with a baby changes that equation. Suddenly there are diapers, sleep setups, feeding supplies, and a few extra layers “just in case.”

But after a few trips, we realized something helpful: you don’t need to pack everything. You just need to pack the things that make travel days easier and sleep away from home manageable.

Over time we’ve developed a packing rhythm that works well for our family. This post explains how we think about packing for trips with Parker, and what we’ve learned along the way.

👉 If you’re looking for the full checklist we use before every trip, you can find it here: → Our Complete Baby Travel Packing List

Allison & Chris Hanovich 2026-01-24 Allison & Chris Hanovich 2026-01-24

Flying With a Baby: Everything We Learned After 10+ Flights

Flying with a baby can feel overwhelming, especially the first time. Between diapers, feedings, naps, and keeping your little one comfortable, it’s easy to overpack or miss the essentials.

We’ve now flown with our son Parker at 5 weeks, 4 months, 6 months, and 7 months, and each trip taught us something new. This guide shares the baby airplane packing list that worked for us, what we actually used on board, and the small strategies that made flying with an infant manageable.

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The Ultimate Baby Camping Packing List (What We Actually Used)

After spending 16 days camping with our baby, we learned one big lesson:

You need far less than you think.

Before our trip, I spent weeks researching packing lists, trying to prepare for every possible situation. Like most first-time parents, I packed "just in case" items that never left the bag.

Some things became everyday essentials.

Others came home exactly as we packed them.

If you're planning your first camping trip with a baby, here's what we actually used—and what we'd pack differently next time.

Thailand With a Baby: Complete Family Travel Guide

Thailand is one of those destinations that looks perfect on Instagram: turquoise water, beachside massages, incredible food, and affordable luxury.

But when you’re traveling with a baby, the real question becomes: is it actually worth it-or just too hard?

We recently travelled to Thailand with our baby, and I’m going to break down exactly what it was like—the good, the hard parts, and whether we’d do it again.

Road Tripping With a Baby: What We Learned After an 8-Day Adventure

We just finished a road trip across the U.S. with Parker at 6 months old — and I’ll say this upfront:

It was slower, messier, and more beautiful than we expected.

If you’re planning a road trip with a baby, this isn’t a “perfect itinerary” post. This is what actually worked for us — and what we’d do differently next time.

How We Choose Baby-Friendly Accommodation (After Staying in Dozens of Places With Our Baby)

Finding a place to stay with a baby can feel surprisingly stressful.

Before Parker, choosing accommodation was mostly about location, price, and maybe a nice view. Traveling with a baby changes that equation. Suddenly things like nap schedules, quiet evenings, and space to move around matter much more than fancy amenities.

After our first few trips, we realized something important: a place doesn’t just need to allow babies - it needs to actually work for traveling with a baby.

Here are the features that made the biggest difference for us when choosing baby-friendly accommodation.

Flying With a Baby: Everything We Learned After 10+ Flights

Flying with a baby can feel overwhelming, especially the first time. Between diapers, feedings, naps, and keeping your little one comfortable, it’s easy to overpack or miss the essentials.