We travel a lot over the summer, and this is my number one tip for simplifying the packing process.
I have four toiletry bags that are, for the most part, always packed and ready to go for my kids.
- Boys’ toiletries
- Girls’ toiletries
- Travel medicine
- Hair care
The key is that I don’t really ever unpack or repack these bags. They need to be checked, and sometimes refilled. But other than that, I always have them packed, ready to go for the next trip.
It makes packing so much easier because I can basically grab each one and toss it into my kid’s suitcases without a second glance.
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The bags
I use these clear, zippered pouches, (available in 2 different sizes) which I labeled with my Cricut Joy. I like that they’re clear, which makes it a little easier to see whether I have everything I need at a glance.
Girls’ Toiletry Bag
Both of my daughters share all of their toiletries. Here’s what is usually included in their bag:
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body wash (all in travel-sized containers)
- Lotion
- Dental floss and flossers
- Toothbrushes (they each have travel toothbrushes that they only use on trips)
- Toothpaste
- Washcloths
- Chapstick
Boys’ Toiletry Bag
So far this is just for my toddler, but eventually both boys will share these items:
- Shampoo
- Body wash
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Fluoride
- Washcloths
- Flossers
- Diaper cream
- A comb
Travel Medicine
In this bag, we keep several common medicines and supplies that we think we might need on our travels:
- Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen, and allergy medicine for adults
- Ibuprofen/Acetaminophen for kids (along with dispensers and a measurement chart)
- Benadryl
- Cough and cold medicine
- A thermometer
- Diaper cream
- (Not pictured) Band-aides and itch sticks for bug bites
Hair Care
I keep a fourth bag packed for my girls with some basic hair care supplies in it:
- Ponytail holders
- Bows
- Scrunchies
- Hair brushes and combs
- Leave-in conditioner
This pouch makes it so easy to do everyone’s hair in the morning when we’re traveling.
That’s it! My secret weapon for making packing with kids just a little bit easier.
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Thanks for reading!
-Laura
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