travelgirl
We are going on our 1st camping trip with our daughter who is 14 months. We will be tent camping My husband and I have camped our whole lives, and we know what to do for us. However, this is our first time with a toddler. Can you tell me what worked best for those of you who are used to "toddler tent camping"? We have a decent sized tent and plan on bringing the pack-n-play. We also have a bug cover for it (though she's taller than that) and we have a snugli. Any smart ideas about keeping the campfire area safe? What should I pack? How did sleeping go? Thanks in advance!
Answer
We went camping when our LO was nine months old for one week. He wasn't yet walking, but he was extremely active and crawling everywhere. I bought a cheap 2-man tent from Target. We just left the rain cover off it and put some toys in there and used it as his play area. He was quite happy in there during the evenings and mornings, he could see everything going on, and it kept him safe.
We brought along a few changes of clothes for him, mainly "play" clothes, because everything got filthy! We brought along an assortment of toys, but really the best things were plastic things without moving parts that could be washed easily.
Sleeping was a challenge. He slept in his portable cot in the tent with us at night, which was fine. Altho he woke up at sunrise every day! I tried to keep things as normal as possible, we brought along a portable CD player to play his sleepy music on. It was actually really lovely in the evenings, relaxing with a glass of wine and listening to the music!
Daytime naps were quite hard. We tried him in the cot, but it was just way too hot (Aussie summer camping). In the end we used his pram for daytime sleeps, with a muslin wrap draped over the front to block out the light. I found a bumpy footpath to roll it along to rock him to sleep.This worked really well after a day or two.
Bug spray was also invaluable, I got a special one for sensive skin that could be used on babies. And obviously, bring a first aid kit with the essentials- antiseptic, band aids, tweezers, etc...
Have fun!
We went camping when our LO was nine months old for one week. He wasn't yet walking, but he was extremely active and crawling everywhere. I bought a cheap 2-man tent from Target. We just left the rain cover off it and put some toys in there and used it as his play area. He was quite happy in there during the evenings and mornings, he could see everything going on, and it kept him safe.
We brought along a few changes of clothes for him, mainly "play" clothes, because everything got filthy! We brought along an assortment of toys, but really the best things were plastic things without moving parts that could be washed easily.
Sleeping was a challenge. He slept in his portable cot in the tent with us at night, which was fine. Altho he woke up at sunrise every day! I tried to keep things as normal as possible, we brought along a portable CD player to play his sleepy music on. It was actually really lovely in the evenings, relaxing with a glass of wine and listening to the music!
Daytime naps were quite hard. We tried him in the cot, but it was just way too hot (Aussie summer camping). In the end we used his pram for daytime sleeps, with a muslin wrap draped over the front to block out the light. I found a bumpy footpath to roll it along to rock him to sleep.This worked really well after a day or two.
Bug spray was also invaluable, I got a special one for sensive skin that could be used on babies. And obviously, bring a first aid kit with the essentials- antiseptic, band aids, tweezers, etc...
Have fun!
Taking Toddler Camping!
Teegan
She is almost 2yo. We went camping last year and she did really well but she wasn't even one and just starting to walk. Any suggestions on things that I can bring along to keep her busy when we're having some down time? Should I get a couple of new things to play with so she'll stay busy longer? I don't think I'll have too much trouble with getting her to sleep at night (knock on wood) but if I do any suggestions on helping with that? I'm looking for any suggestions and insight from anyone with experience!
Answer
>>Her Entertainment
Ball - 1 should suffice
Books - 3 old, 2 new (Some she can 'read' and some to read to her)
Toys - A few new and a few old
Bring a small play tent for her to play in.
If there is a beach there, bring sand and water toys.
If she has a favorite outside toy, bring that.
>>Bedtime
Blankets - Bring enough to put on the floor (padding) plus enough for each of you to sleep with.
Pillows - Bring 3 - 4
Stuffed Animals
Story - Have a few good ones memorized or bring a bedtime story
All of you should go to bed at the same time. So either let her stay up later or go to bed early.
>>Clothes
Shirts - 1/day + 2
Shorts - 1/day + 2
Long Pants - 2 pair
Socks - 3 pair
Shoes - 1 sandals & 1 tennis shoes
If she is in diapers, 1 pack + wipes.
If she is potty trained, 1 pair/day + 4.
Sweatshirts - 1 or 2
Swimsuit + Swim towel
>>Other
Bring shower towels.
Bring her soap/shampoo.
Bring shower shoes for her.
Bring her a pair of sunglasses and a hat.
Bring 1 - 2 flashlights.
Bring her plenty of snacks like pretzels, crackers, cookies, chips, fruit snacks,fruit cups, jello/pudding cups, granola bars, etc.
Bring her plenty of drinks; water + juice.
Wipes - even if she is potty trained - great for sticky hands.
Bring her disposable sippy cups. That way if they are too dirty to clean in the bathroom sink, you can throw them away.
If she is potty trained, bring her potty chair. This way if she is to far from the bathroom or is scared of it, she can use her seat.
Bring her sunscreen and bug repellent patches. These do not contain harmful deet like the spray does. Look for them at your local nutrition store.
Bring bottled water for her, don't rely on the water there.
Have plenty of hair ties/clips to get her hair out of her face when it's super hot and sticky.
Bring an umbrella.
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GENERAL CAMPING TIPS
Waterproof your tent.
Bring plenty of s'mores stuff.
Bring a cooler full of dry ice. Fill it with milk, juice, meat, cheese, fruit, etc.
Bring bread and other foods to make your lunches and dinners. Also bring equipment for cooking over a fire.
Bring a tent thing and a table for your food.
Bring chairs and blankets for around the fire.
Bring stuff to start a fire.
You may want to bring bikes.
HAVE FUN!
DON'T FORGET TO BRING A WAGON OR STROLLER!
>>Her Entertainment
Ball - 1 should suffice
Books - 3 old, 2 new (Some she can 'read' and some to read to her)
Toys - A few new and a few old
Bring a small play tent for her to play in.
If there is a beach there, bring sand and water toys.
If she has a favorite outside toy, bring that.
>>Bedtime
Blankets - Bring enough to put on the floor (padding) plus enough for each of you to sleep with.
Pillows - Bring 3 - 4
Stuffed Animals
Story - Have a few good ones memorized or bring a bedtime story
All of you should go to bed at the same time. So either let her stay up later or go to bed early.
>>Clothes
Shirts - 1/day + 2
Shorts - 1/day + 2
Long Pants - 2 pair
Socks - 3 pair
Shoes - 1 sandals & 1 tennis shoes
If she is in diapers, 1 pack + wipes.
If she is potty trained, 1 pair/day + 4.
Sweatshirts - 1 or 2
Swimsuit + Swim towel
>>Other
Bring shower towels.
Bring her soap/shampoo.
Bring shower shoes for her.
Bring her a pair of sunglasses and a hat.
Bring 1 - 2 flashlights.
Bring her plenty of snacks like pretzels, crackers, cookies, chips, fruit snacks,fruit cups, jello/pudding cups, granola bars, etc.
Bring her plenty of drinks; water + juice.
Wipes - even if she is potty trained - great for sticky hands.
Bring her disposable sippy cups. That way if they are too dirty to clean in the bathroom sink, you can throw them away.
If she is potty trained, bring her potty chair. This way if she is to far from the bathroom or is scared of it, she can use her seat.
Bring her sunscreen and bug repellent patches. These do not contain harmful deet like the spray does. Look for them at your local nutrition store.
Bring bottled water for her, don't rely on the water there.
Have plenty of hair ties/clips to get her hair out of her face when it's super hot and sticky.
Bring an umbrella.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
GENERAL CAMPING TIPS
Waterproof your tent.
Bring plenty of s'mores stuff.
Bring a cooler full of dry ice. Fill it with milk, juice, meat, cheese, fruit, etc.
Bring bread and other foods to make your lunches and dinners. Also bring equipment for cooking over a fire.
Bring a tent thing and a table for your food.
Bring chairs and blankets for around the fire.
Bring stuff to start a fire.
You may want to bring bikes.
HAVE FUN!
DON'T FORGET TO BRING A WAGON OR STROLLER!
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