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Flower84
Hi, we're due to go to the french alps region camping this July for 2 weeks. Our baby will be just over 7 months old then and will be the first time we've taken him camping. My partner is really keen to ge one of the really big tents with a few bedrooms and the inside with the carpet and awning etc.. and all the extras like kitchen style camping units and we'd be on a pitch with a hook up. So it would be pretty spacious camping. I think we would maybe be better getting a static caravan or chalet this year and waiting to do the tent thing next summer when he's well over a year and a half. I'm worried it may be hard to keep baby cool in a tent if the weather is quite hot.
Does anyone have any advice or has anyone had experience of taking a young baby camping like this?
Thanks guys!
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7 months is actually a great time to take a little one camping... my son did his first camping trip at 5 months and it was perfect, we set up a pack and play outside under the trees near us and he loved looking at the redwoods moving in the breeze and watching the birds, squirrels and other animals. At that age, it's not like they're climbing out of the crib, so a pack and play is a great sleeping solution too, if your baby isn't a good sleeper you may want to set up the pack and play or whatever sleeping arrangement you plan in advance. While tent camping, we packed along our jog stroller and used the infant cocoon for a bed for our daughter when she was 4 months. http://store.philandteds.com/phil-and-teds-cocoon-sport-explorer-classic-twin-hammerhead.pro
Don't forget sunblock and wide brimmed hats - start putting them on baby early because then they'll be more apt to keep them on. Dressing in layers is always key. Our little ones went everywhere in a baby backpack with a canopy to shade them, similar to http://www.kelty.com/p-281-fc-30.aspx?category=kids and my DH and I would take turns carrying the little one and carrying a backpack with supplies/our stuff on day hikes. Go on a couple hikes around home so the baby is accustomed to the carrier. If you're breastfeeding, food shouldn't be a problem and even if you're not, a kitchen will make it easier to prepare formula.
Actually, next summer will be the trying one... your little one will be toddling everywhere and not have the vocabulary/discipline to know boundaries.
7 months is actually a great time to take a little one camping... my son did his first camping trip at 5 months and it was perfect, we set up a pack and play outside under the trees near us and he loved looking at the redwoods moving in the breeze and watching the birds, squirrels and other animals. At that age, it's not like they're climbing out of the crib, so a pack and play is a great sleeping solution too, if your baby isn't a good sleeper you may want to set up the pack and play or whatever sleeping arrangement you plan in advance. While tent camping, we packed along our jog stroller and used the infant cocoon for a bed for our daughter when she was 4 months. http://store.philandteds.com/phil-and-teds-cocoon-sport-explorer-classic-twin-hammerhead.pro
Don't forget sunblock and wide brimmed hats - start putting them on baby early because then they'll be more apt to keep them on. Dressing in layers is always key. Our little ones went everywhere in a baby backpack with a canopy to shade them, similar to http://www.kelty.com/p-281-fc-30.aspx?category=kids and my DH and I would take turns carrying the little one and carrying a backpack with supplies/our stuff on day hikes. Go on a couple hikes around home so the baby is accustomed to the carrier. If you're breastfeeding, food shouldn't be a problem and even if you're not, a kitchen will make it easier to prepare formula.
Actually, next summer will be the trying one... your little one will be toddling everywhere and not have the vocabulary/discipline to know boundaries.
Would you take a baby Hiking carrier to DisneyWorld and use it?
Holly
Were attempting our tradition of taking our kids to Disney World and this time were taking 2 babies ages 9 months and 21 months. We have older kids going to help but with 2 babies Imnot sure whats easiest. 2 single strollers,or one double that one seat wont lay back all the way just angled and a carrier? The carrier is hiking style,light weight and comfy,canopy and all. Would it be hardest and can you wear it in lines for rides? How do you wait in lines holding babies?? Any info would be great in how you got around with babies. Thanks
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a double stroller can be a challange when working your way through crowds and if you are going to have to bring a hiking carrier if you bring the double stroller then what is the point of using a double stroller anyways ya know?
whether you can bring the carrier in line and on the ride really depends on how big it is. if its no larger than a large backpack then you should be able to bring it on the rides (as longas you take the child out of it first) and you can set it on the floor or on the seat next to you.
personally i would just bring 2 single strollers. this way each baby has their own space and can lay back when they need a nap.
plus as light weight as they make carriers now its still not going to be a comfortable thing for you to have on your back with a 9 month old in it ALL DAY.
when you are waiting in line you can take turns with your husband with the 9 month old and the 21 month old should be able to stand/sit on the ground for the most part and be held in a line only when they start trying to wander away from you.
families do this literally EVERY DAY in disney world and it all works out fine and i'm sure your trip will be great!
a double stroller can be a challange when working your way through crowds and if you are going to have to bring a hiking carrier if you bring the double stroller then what is the point of using a double stroller anyways ya know?
whether you can bring the carrier in line and on the ride really depends on how big it is. if its no larger than a large backpack then you should be able to bring it on the rides (as longas you take the child out of it first) and you can set it on the floor or on the seat next to you.
personally i would just bring 2 single strollers. this way each baby has their own space and can lay back when they need a nap.
plus as light weight as they make carriers now its still not going to be a comfortable thing for you to have on your back with a 9 month old in it ALL DAY.
when you are waiting in line you can take turns with your husband with the 9 month old and the 21 month old should be able to stand/sit on the ground for the most part and be held in a line only when they start trying to wander away from you.
families do this literally EVERY DAY in disney world and it all works out fine and i'm sure your trip will be great!
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