A.J.'s Mom
We are going camping and I was just wondering what people think I should bring with an 18 month old. I have plenty diapers and wipes, milk, and snacks. But what other things should I bring. Oh and I have plenty cloths packed also. Just looking for advice. Thanks =)
Oh and please dont tell me that he is too young and all that. We took him with us when he was 8 months and he loved it, but at that time he wasnt walking and could stay in a play pin
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Camping out is a wonderful way of spending family time. It is also a healthy change of scenery for the little ones. Our family has never thought that kids were too young to go camping, we have just had to have things with us that were appropriate to their ages and activity levels.
We live in Florida where there all sorts of things to do and see so we started our grandchildren in harnesses as soon as they were walking and got umbrella strollers for when they got tired. It ended up being great later on.
It made camping so simple. They had play pens before they walked and then we moved into the harness and stroller mode. Many camping areas have surfaces and paths that can accommodate the lightweight strollers.
But, until they got really heavy, the backpack seat was also useful. The main thing was to have enough things for them to do with their short attention spans. Physical things like walking, climbing and running is good because it wears them out--in a good way. A good nap time and more physical activity gets them tired enough for bedtime.
So, take toys with you that involve activity like collapsible mini basketball hoop and ball, a tyke's mini trampoline, bean bag toss game, arm swimmies in case you go in the water or an inflatable swim seat, small size life vest so that you can go fishing, canoeing or boating--a good hat so that you don't have to worry about a little face getting sunburned, building blocks or that sort of toy so that it's different every time they play with it, and some music that is familiar, or video that is soothing. Don't forget the favorite snuggley friend and blanky, either. If you are reading to your little one, bring favorite books, or buy some new ones as part of the trip experience.
Favorite or familiar things like their own bath towel from home or pillow, or even a special wash cloth and soap are also good to bring along. Keep things interesting so that they don't have to much down time, because they are so active at 18 months. It will be a fine balance between being tired and overtired but don't put your baby in a position to be overwhelmed and all will be well.
You will have so much fun seeing him reacting to his surroundings and having new experiences--and he will be so enriched. Go, have a good time--and then do it again next year!!
Camping out is a wonderful way of spending family time. It is also a healthy change of scenery for the little ones. Our family has never thought that kids were too young to go camping, we have just had to have things with us that were appropriate to their ages and activity levels.
We live in Florida where there all sorts of things to do and see so we started our grandchildren in harnesses as soon as they were walking and got umbrella strollers for when they got tired. It ended up being great later on.
It made camping so simple. They had play pens before they walked and then we moved into the harness and stroller mode. Many camping areas have surfaces and paths that can accommodate the lightweight strollers.
But, until they got really heavy, the backpack seat was also useful. The main thing was to have enough things for them to do with their short attention spans. Physical things like walking, climbing and running is good because it wears them out--in a good way. A good nap time and more physical activity gets them tired enough for bedtime.
So, take toys with you that involve activity like collapsible mini basketball hoop and ball, a tyke's mini trampoline, bean bag toss game, arm swimmies in case you go in the water or an inflatable swim seat, small size life vest so that you can go fishing, canoeing or boating--a good hat so that you don't have to worry about a little face getting sunburned, building blocks or that sort of toy so that it's different every time they play with it, and some music that is familiar, or video that is soothing. Don't forget the favorite snuggley friend and blanky, either. If you are reading to your little one, bring favorite books, or buy some new ones as part of the trip experience.
Favorite or familiar things like their own bath towel from home or pillow, or even a special wash cloth and soap are also good to bring along. Keep things interesting so that they don't have to much down time, because they are so active at 18 months. It will be a fine balance between being tired and overtired but don't put your baby in a position to be overwhelmed and all will be well.
You will have so much fun seeing him reacting to his surroundings and having new experiences--and he will be so enriched. Go, have a good time--and then do it again next year!!
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My daughter will not be one year for 3 more months BUT I have saved up money since she was born to get her a few nice gifts for her b-day ( January ) and I would like to beat the Christmas rush so I will probably shop sometime this month or next....I just don't have a clue what she'll be doing or what most 1 year olds are into...help! = ) LOL
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Lol you're almost as bad as me - my son's 1st is just after xmas and I've almost finished shopping for both now lol!
In summer I went to my friends daughters 1st birthday party and pinched some of the ideas lol. I'll tell you what I've got my son so far - some of it is probably a bit advanced for 12 months but will hopefully be able to be used in the coming months after. I've got him a couple of ride ons - one tiny little spiderman car thing he sits on and rolls along with his feet, and one old fashioned giraffe wooden sit-on with wheels from vertbaudet, and then a little furry rocking horse (all those were listed suitable for 12 months +). Also I've got him a cute hobby horse which he probably won't be able to use until he's walking steadily but never mind! Then I've got him some big plastic trucks and stuff, a phone where you pick it up and every button makes a different sound, a paddling pool, a sand-and-water table with a little plastic watering can and bucket and fork etc. Three big stuffed animals, a little push along crane thing, some skittles, balls, bed time reading books, a little inflatable ball pool, a wooden toy clock, a wooden activity table with those coloured wires with wooden beads on the top, an abacus on one side and some bits you play with on the other sides, and also a little mini trampoline suitable for 12 months plus, it's only tiny (that's an idea I stole lol) a couple of foot wide and it's hardly bouncy at all and only raised slightly off the floor, with a big handle, I know my son will love that as he's always holding on to the bar of his cot and jumping up and down on the mattress and the girl who's party it was loved it! Oh and there's this plastic toy machine thing which blows little balls up into the air for you to catch. That's all I can think of! The rest I'm going to just get a few more smaller teddies and stuff and some little bits and bobs. Good luck, enjoy shopping! :-)
Lol you're almost as bad as me - my son's 1st is just after xmas and I've almost finished shopping for both now lol!
In summer I went to my friends daughters 1st birthday party and pinched some of the ideas lol. I'll tell you what I've got my son so far - some of it is probably a bit advanced for 12 months but will hopefully be able to be used in the coming months after. I've got him a couple of ride ons - one tiny little spiderman car thing he sits on and rolls along with his feet, and one old fashioned giraffe wooden sit-on with wheels from vertbaudet, and then a little furry rocking horse (all those were listed suitable for 12 months +). Also I've got him a cute hobby horse which he probably won't be able to use until he's walking steadily but never mind! Then I've got him some big plastic trucks and stuff, a phone where you pick it up and every button makes a different sound, a paddling pool, a sand-and-water table with a little plastic watering can and bucket and fork etc. Three big stuffed animals, a little push along crane thing, some skittles, balls, bed time reading books, a little inflatable ball pool, a wooden toy clock, a wooden activity table with those coloured wires with wooden beads on the top, an abacus on one side and some bits you play with on the other sides, and also a little mini trampoline suitable for 12 months plus, it's only tiny (that's an idea I stole lol) a couple of foot wide and it's hardly bouncy at all and only raised slightly off the floor, with a big handle, I know my son will love that as he's always holding on to the bar of his cot and jumping up and down on the mattress and the girl who's party it was loved it! Oh and there's this plastic toy machine thing which blows little balls up into the air for you to catch. That's all I can think of! The rest I'm going to just get a few more smaller teddies and stuff and some little bits and bobs. Good luck, enjoy shopping! :-)
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