Once you have a baby, leaving the house will be slightly different. For example, if you wanted to rush out and do some errands, before having a baby you most likely had plenty of time to get dressed five minutes before you planned to leave. However, after you have a baby, it will be a good idea to plan your trips ahead of time so that you have time to pack what you need.
Where are you going?
No matter where you are going, when taking a baby with you it is likely that you will always have your baby’s essentials with you. Therefore, investing in nappy bags is a good idea as these will be very helpful to you. You want to make sure that the bag is big enough for you to take all the items that you need. Considering where you are going is a good idea as then you can plan accordingly.
For example, if it is a quick trip to the bank, then you may not have to carry many items when compared to being out of the house for hours. For instance, if you were going out to the bank, the grocery store, if you plan to visit your parents etc. then packing a change of clothes, nappies, food and other essentials is a good idea. Therefore, planning where you are going and having a rough estimate of how long you plan on being out of the house is a good idea as then this can help you with deciding what goes in the bag.
Eat first
When leaving the house with a baby, it is best to make sure that the baby is fed first. This way you do not have to rush back in time to feed your baby and you also do not have to worry about your baby getting cranky because they are hungry.
Tired
One reason babies howl and cry is that they are tired. Therefore, if you do plan to take your baby out with you, then ensuring that they first sleep is wise as this can increase the chances of your baby not feeling tired or restless when they are out with you. Even if the child is a bit older, for instance, if the child is four or five, it is still a good idea to take the child out after they have had a nap.
One of the reasons for tantrums and restlessness can be because the child is tired and is therefore acting out. Therefore, to ensure that the child is comfortable and to also make life easier for you, taking your child out after they have been fed and well rested will aid in making the entire process smoother.
For yourself
It is important to keep in mind that children can be messy. Babies can spit up on you, toddlers can spill things on you. Therefore, it is a good idea to ensure that you have a backup outfit, in case the one you are wearing gets ruined. Hence, packing something for yourself will be beneficial to you in the long run.
