6 Essential Toys to Have a Perfect Travel Day with a Baby
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Even the most perfect vacation, holiday visit, or weekend getaway can be quickly derailed if the travel day doesn’t go according to plan. Whether you’re taking your baby or toddler on an airplane or road trip, your child is definitely going to need some entertainment to help pass the time.
Because the last thing you want is for your little one to have a tantrum 30 minutes into your flight… Or to have a meltdown as you pull onto the highway…
You need the perfect combination of just the right toys that will easily fit in your carry on or diaper bag, while keeping your little one engaged for hours of creative play and fun.
But as a busy parent you may not have time to scour the internet for weeks looking for the best travel toys to entertain your child. And with so many travel toys on the market, it can be tricky to know which ones are really worth purchasing.
That’s why we put together the ultimate list of easy travel toys for toddlers and babies. Make sure to pack these 6 simple toys for your upcoming trip!
Our #1 Tip for Picking out the Best Toys for Traveling with Babies & Toddlers
The best way to pick out the perfect toys for traveling with a toddler or baby? Think about your child’s unique personality and what activities they like best.
Maybe your child is the artistic type that loves to spend the afternoon drawing colorful pictures…Or maybe they’re super curious and love to explore fun new puzzles and games.
Keep your baby’s personality in mind as you choose activities. This is the key to ensuring that the journey is just as much fun as the destination.
Ready to start packing? Start off with these 6 toys for a smooth (and fun!) travel experience for the whole family!
- Creative Coloring Books
If you have a long plane or car ride coming up, an interactive coloring book is the perfect companion for your little one. Whether your child loves animals, cars, planets, or the sea…they’ll enjoy creating magic as they explore the world of coloring!
We also love that many coloring books are not only fun, they’re educational! Introduce numbers and shapes to your baby with the 123: Shapes + Numbers Toddler Coloring Book or ABC: Amazing Animals Toddler Coloring Book.
Our favorite coloring book for busy parents on the go? The Mini Traveler Coloring & Activity Kit has it all and is the perfect compact size to stash away in your diaper bag or carry-on.
- Imaginative Activity Books
Colorful and interactive fabric books are one of our favorite go-to activities to help keep your little ones busy while you’re out and about. Clever and imaginative soft activity books with colorful pictures, tickly textures, and whimsical stories will capture and delight your child (and keep boredom at bay!).
Our favorite soft books? We can’t get enough of Where’s the Bone Activity Book and the Buzzing Through Soft Book that encourage adventure & discovery of the colorful world of animals.
And if you’re like us and love creating memorable collections for your little one… Check out Jellycat’s activity books, like Pet Tails, Sea Tails, Puppy Tails and Dino Tails!
- Fun On-the-go Games
Image of INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS Play Again! Mini On-The-Go Activity Kit
Want to keep your kids quiet and engaged…in a good way? Before heading out on your next adventure, grab a travel-sized game or two!
Games will spark your child’s interest while making traveling a breeze… You will have a great time with your child and you both will grow closer!
Grab one of our top 3 travel games, perfectly sized for travel and little hands: BeginAgain TicBugToe Travel Game, Banana Panda “Wild Animals” On-the-Go Puzzle Memory Game or Play Again! Mini On-The-Go Activity Kit. Check out our full collection of games in the boutique to pick out your child’s next favorite!
- Clip-on Travel Toys
Clip-on toys will be your best friend while traveling! The handy clip means your baby’s favorite toy will always be in reach (instead of bouncing under the car seat or down the aisle of the plane!).
Simply snap them onto your diaper bag, attach them to your travel stroller, or hang them from the car seat or the plane’s bassinet.
From cute creatures and cuddly furry pals, to whimsical shapes and fun-to-color objects…the perfect clip-on toy will keep your baby entertained for hours!
Some of our favorite clip-on toys for traveling are without a doubt: the Mini-Apple Farm Lemon, Itzy Ritzy Ritzy Jingle Travel Toys, and the Itzy Ritzy Itzy Pal Plush + Teether.
Check out our full collection of hanging toys.
- Clutch Toys
Babies and toddlers love to have a comforting cuddle toy to snuggle during a car nap or as the plane taxis on the runway…
But you don’t want to pack any stuffed animal or plush toy that will just end up on the floor. You want to take a beloved toy that your little one is sure to fall in love with.
That’s why we always point parents to Jellycat Odell Octopus or Baby Whoozit. Super soft and easy to hold, these clutch toys are loved by babies everywhere. They’re small enough to tuck easily into a purse or diaper bag. And with just one cuddle, your little one will never want to let go!
- Books
Eager to give your child a break from watching YouTube videos on your iPad? A few favorite stories will go a long way to helping your little one settle down for a few quiet moments in a busy airport or to drift off for a nap on the go.
Whether it’s a journey into space, a unicorn tale, or sleepytime adventure, your child will love diving into a new or tried-and-true world of imagination…wherever they may be.
Check out these amazing soft books and our full collection of books for all ages and stages.
See more of our favorite travel toys and products in the Babies in Bloom boutique!
