Are you taking a spring break trip, planning a summer vacation, or a winter escape? Will you be traveling with your baby for the first time? Wondering how to survive the airport or what to bring? Look no further! We have compiled the very best travel tips from our village of moms to help make your trip less stressful and more enjoyable!

Preparing

-Read airplane books or show videos of planes before the flight so your little one is interested and excited to board

-Plan to bring a couple of bigger suitcases for the family rather than smaller ones for each member

-Visit Amazon, the Dollar Store, or Target Dollar Section for activities, small toys, individual snack items

-Download kid friendly shows or movies to your devices in advance

Diaper Bag Musts

-Clorox wipes

-Hand sanitizer

-Puppy pads to lay down on the changing tables

-Extra diapers, wipes, outfit for baby (and maybe for parents) cause you never know when a blowout or spit up might happen

-Grocery sac to use as a trash bag

-Don’t forget an empty sippy cup or water bottle to fill after you’ve made it through security

Hospital Must Haves

Whether you're a first-time mom or you've already packed a few hospital bags there always seems to be something you wish you had (or hadn't) brought along. We polled our village and came up with the following list of must-have items for momma and baby!

Mom's Pajamas/Robe/Slippers

The most mentioned must-have items were comfy pajamas for mom or a cozy robe and either slippers or flip flops. Postpartum mommas seem to want all the comfort items possible as they prepare to head home with baby!

Extra Long Phone Charger

Friends and family will be so excited for all of those pictures of your new bundle of joy and with the lack of visitors, you may spend a little more time on your phone than normal. The extra-long cord will certainly come in handy!

A Pillow from Home

The third most mentioned must-have was a pillow from home. Comfort for mom still seems to be a top priority.

HONORABLE MENTIONS

> Snacks

> Hair Ties/Scrunchies

> Baby Book - the nurses are PROS at getting those first footprints!

> Book - enjoy it now!