What You Should Bring to Keep Your Baby Safe While Camping
Camping is probably one of the best ways for you to bond with members of your family. There are however a couple of camping items you need to keep in mind if you have a baby in the family. Safe baby camping equipment should always be your main concern when you have a baby in camp.
Don’t Forget the Basics
Common sense should tell you that aside from your long list of camping necessities for the whole family, you also need to prepare a list for your baby. It would help to start making your list a few days in advance beginning with the items you need the most. The basic things you should bring include distilled water, insect repellant, sunscreen, diapers, wet wipes, blankets, extra clothes and a baby carrier.
If you are not breastfeeding, you should consider bringing pre mixed baby formula instead of powder so you don’t have to worry about where you can get clean water in case you run out of supplies. You should also have a special first aid kit for your baby. Include in it your baby’s thermometer and cough, colds and fever medication.
Other Things to Bring Along
Aside from the basic items, there are also a couple of optional items that you may bring along to ensure your baby’s safety.
· A portable play pen can keep your baby sufficiently entertained and out of harm’s way while you are busy with camp duties. A play pen would also limit the amount of dirt your baby gets in her mouth or body. You can install a makeshift mosquito net over the pen to keep insects away.
· Some parents prefer a portable crib over a play pen because it can be more comfortable for a baby to sleep on. Just make sure that you choose a crib that has all around breathable net sides. Choose a crib too that has horizontal bars that do not collapse in an inward V shape but instead collapse only after being pulled up. This is a necessary portable crib safety feature to prevent baby injury.
· If you want to give your baby a little more outdoor freedom, you can spread a light colored canvas cloth on the ground for your baby to play around on. This will keep him clean and make you able to easily spot bugs or tiny choking hazards.
· A battery operated baby monitor will be extra helpful for you in case your baby falls asleep during the day and you can’t stay beside him.
· A front pack carrier will allow you to keep your child in front of you as you move around. A front carrier is often safer than a back carrier since it will always keep you aware of what your baby is doing and will help you estimate your movements to prevent injury to your baby.
· A stroller will ensure that your baby will also be able to safely enjoy camp fire talk and activities at night.
· Be sure to bring a bottle of hand sanitizer if you are not sure that you can get clean water for your hands. Always sanitize before feeding your baby.
