Travelling with your family : our tips for a trip with a baby (0-2 years old)

First trips : tenderness, gentleness and organization

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Traveling with a baby is a unique experience: a mix of wonder, tenderness, and… a bit of logistics.At this age, every outing becomes a sensory adventure : the sound of a train station, the light of a new place, sand between tiny fingers… everything is a discovery.

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But if the idea of traveling with an infant makes you hesitate, the reality is often much simpler than you might think.

A baby adapts quickly, as long as you prepare calmly, anticipate essential needs, and keep the right mindset : travel slowly, without pressure.

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Because yes, traveling with a little one is possible — it even creates plenty of memories — as long as you take the time to get organized and enjoy every moment.

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Ready to go ? Pack light to breathe easier…

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The key to a successful trip with baby ? Anticipation.
Make your lists, divide things between suitcase and diaper bag, and focus on the essentials.

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The essential trio:

• Feeding : milk, bottles, pacifiers, bibs, suitable water.
• Changing : diapers, wipes, cleansing lotion, spare outfits.
• Soothing : comforter, blanket, pacifier, nightlight or lullaby.

💡 OIQIA tip :

Use an app like PackPoint or Trello Family Travel to check each item before departure.

And don't forget to check the travel formalities, the whole list is detailed in our guide at the end of this article...

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During the trip : making travel a calming moment

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By car

• Travel while nap time : the movement is naturally soothes.
• Take a break every two hours to change, feed, and move a bit.
• Have a sun shade, soft music, and a familiar toy handy.

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By train

Travelling by train is often easier than you think.

• Settle down near family areas (in particular in TGV INOUI).
• Always have an accessible bag : diapers, meals, pacifiers, blankets.
• Let baby observe: the landscape becomes a natural lullaby ;)

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By plane

• Give the bottle or pacifier when taking off and landing to avoid ear pain.
• Bring a change of clothes for you and your baby
• On long flights, ask for a seat with a cradle : most companies offer one.

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💡Comfort tip:

A baby carrier or sling is often more practical than a stroller for quick trips to train stations and airports.

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Once there : recreating the family cocoon

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A happy baby is a baby who finds his bearings, even when he is far from home.

When traveling with a baby, certain criteria make all the difference :

1. Enough space to move freely, set up a travel crib or changing area.
2. A kitchen to prepare meals, sterilize bottles, or heat puree anytime.
3. A calm, safe environment, away from noise and dangerous stairs.
4. Practical equipment: washing machine, baby bath, or microwave, depending on the stay length.
5. And above all, flexibility: late check-in, flexible cancellation, warm welcome…

At OIQIA, every accommodation is designed for families: self check-in, equipped kitchen, and all the comfort needed for little ones.Perfect for preparing meals, unpacking without stress, and enjoying the stay at your own pace.

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Respecting baby's rhythm

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Even on vacation, keep a flexible but familiar environment:

=> Regular meal times and naps times.

=> Quiet time after outings.

=> Walks adapted to the weather (avoid hot hours).

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💡 Well-being tip :

A small evening ritual (song, soft light, hug) helps recreate the familiar bedtime atmosphere.

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Meals : simplicity and flexibility above all

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Between 0 and 2 years old, meals are often what parents worry the most... but everything can be managed very well when traveling !

For breastfed babies : everything is simple, just sit back comfortably, with discretion if necessary.

For bottle-fed babies :

• Bring a hot water thermos And a milk dosing box.
• Choose accommodations with microwave or stovetop to reheat meals.

For food diversification :

• A few “emergency” purees in the suitcase, and the rest can be discovered on site! Market carrots, local compote, morning banana, baby also has the right to his culinary adventure...
• Between kids-friendly restaurants and homemade meals, the main thing is to keep fun and flexible.

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💡 Meal tip :

In France, the restaurants often close between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., plan ahead !
And always keep some biscuits or fruit pouches handy to avoid small hunger panics.

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Unexpected moments : handle them without stress

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A spilled bottle, a forgotten diaper, a crying baby in the car…

These moments are inevitable, but never serious.

Keep three reflexes:

1. Breathe : Your calm helps baby calm down.
2. Anticipate : a small “emergency softness” bag (pacifier, wipes, stuffed toy, water).
3. Relativize : everyone experiences these situations, and they often make the best memories.

💡 Serenity tip :

Keep a soft playlist or a white noise on your phone, it's magical to soothe baby during waiting times.

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After the trip : extending memories

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Returning is part of the journey.
Take the time to Tidy up quietly, of Recounting the adventures to your loved ones, and why not create a mini album “First Trips”.

The apps Cheerz or Canva allow you to create a photo album in a few clicks, perfect for immortalizing those first moments of escape.

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In conclusion : traveling with a baby is wonderful

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Travelling with a child between 0 and 2 years old It's learning to slow down.
It's discovering the world through your curious eyes, your smile in the face of a wave or a train, your unexpected laughs.

With a bit of organization and adapted accommodation like those ofOIQIA, leaving with baby becomes a smooth, fluid and emotional experience.

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