Traveling with a baby – relaxed on the road with the right tips

Your first holiday with a baby? Sounds wonderful, but also like a lot of planning. Packing suitcases, checking paperwork, planning breaks… it's easy to get stressed. But don't worry: with the right checklists and smart tools, the trip will be relaxing.

The fact is: traveling with a baby is different, whether by car, train, or plane. Good preparation is the key to less chaos and more adventure.

The basic checklist

Documents: Passport/Child's passport, vaccination certificate, insurance card
Provisions: Milk, snacks, water, bibs
Hygiene: diapers, wipes, changing mat, spare clothes
Sleep & Comfort: Favorite blanket, pacifier, cuddly toy
Safety: Baby car seat/child car seat, travel first-aid kit, MARY by sticklett

Traveling by car

• Newborns: max. 1 hour at a time, then a break
• Babies from 3–6 months: 1.5–2 hours possible
• Toddlers: several hours, but plan breaks every 2-3 hours
👉 Tip: Schedule your departure time so that your baby sleeps during the journey.

Traveling by plane

• Book early: Spaces with baby cots are limited
• Takeoff & Landing: Pacifiers, breastfeeding or bottles help with pressure equalization.
• Pack your hand luggage cleverly: Keep diapers, a change of clothes , and snacks within easy reach.

Traveling by train

• Choose family compartments or quiet areas
• Reserve stroller spaces in advance
• Pack toys and snacks – boredom on the train can get noisy.

Your smart companion: MARY by sticklett

You don't always have everything in view when you're on the go – that's exactly where MARY helps you:
• continuously monitors temperature, breathing & movements
• warns you of any abnormalities – even if you are sitting in the front or the baby is asleep
• gives you more security, so you can concentrate more relaxed on the trip and also enjoy some time together on vacation.

Conclusion
Traveling with a baby requires planning, but with the right checklist, clever breaks, and MARY by sticklett, the trip becomes more relaxed and filled with intimate moments for you and your partner. This leaves more time for what truly matters: shared adventures and memories.