Adoption Travel Packing List
FOR BABY
Formula
Bottles (glass or disposable bottles) and nipples (4-6/Sterilized)
Bottle brush (drying rack, optional)
Burp cloths (washcloths are cheaper) (6)
Bibs (3-6)
Mylicon for baby gas
Pacifier clip (1)
Pacifiers (2-4, newborn size/ Sterilized)
Disposable diapers (newborn size)8-14 per day
Cloth diapers – 3 or 4
Baby wipes (for sensitive skin)
Portable changing pad
Diaper rash Cream
Disposable diapers – Diaper bag
Brush and comb set
Baby travel size bath shampoo, soap, and lotion
Grooming set (nail clippers, emery board)
Hooded towel (2)
Washcloths (2-3)
Detergent (Gentle- for baby)
Baby blankets (3-6)
Travel crib/ Port-a-crib/ Pack &Play
Crib Sheets
Baby Carrier- Sling-Baby Bjorn, Etc.
Infant Carrier/ Car Seat
Stroller
Baby Toys (Rattle, keys, etc.)
Weather-appropriate clothing
Hats (2-3, weather dependent)
Baby booties 2-3
Socks (2-3 pr)
Onesies (5-7)
Sleepers (5-7)
Undershirts that snap up the side (3-5)
Nightgowns (2-4)
FOR YOU
Address book
Check Book
Reference book about babies
Journal
2-3 books or magazines
Cell phone/Charger
Camera
Laptop computer
Address/ Directions from airport to hotel, agency, attorney, pediatrician, hospital, etc.
Travel, adoption and identification documents
Clothing for app. 7-10 days
Personal hygiene products
Food/snacks
Can opener
Ziploc bags
Hand sanitizer
Laundry detergent
Kitchen Towels