https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse en-us 2022-10-11 20:45:06 UTC 2025-10-21 03:04:17 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f931.png 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2335966323 Following will be the four steps that I will follow to prepare for an outing/trip with a small infant.]]> 2022-10-11 20:50:29 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2335966323 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2335970158 First, I will ensure that I have a proper rear facing car seat for my infant that is hooked into the car properly for maximum safety. This is because all infants and toddlers should ride in a rear-facing seat until they are at least two years of age or until they reach the maximum weight or height allowed by the car seat manufacturer.]]> 2022-10-11 20:55:14 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2335970158 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2335973513 Second, I will ensure that I have a proper stroller for my infant that is practical and safe for my baby. Strollers make transporting a baby easy and convenient. They also provide a comfortable place for a baby while traveling and provides storage compartments for essential baby accessories.]]> 2022-10-11 20:59:33 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2335973513 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2335992632 Third, I will ensure that I always check the weather before going anywhere with my infant. Checking the weather means I can ensure I dress my infant accordingly and pack the correct essentials. For example, if it is hot, I will pack sunscreen. If it is cold, I will pack a hat and gloves.]]> 2022-10-11 21:24:54 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2335992632 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2335994528 Finally, I will make sure that I allow extra time for unexpected events. Trips do not always go according to plan, especially with an infant, and extra time must be allowed for difficulties to occur.]]> 2022-10-11 21:27:19 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2335994528 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2335996158 Following will be the eight items I feel are essential for an outing/trip with a small infant.]]> 2022-10-11 21:29:40 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2335996158 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336001382 The first item that I would bring along with my infant and I would be enough diapers for the trip and a plastic bag. It is a good idea to pack a few extra diapers and a plastic bag for messy items.]]> 2022-10-11 21:35:48 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336001382 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336003889 The second item I would bring along with my infant and I would be a large bib to cover a baby's outfit so my baby's clothes do not get messy while he or she is eating.]]> 2022-10-11 21:39:35 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336003889 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336005642 The third item I would bring along with my infant and I would be my baby's favorite toys so that way he or she will stay entertained throughout the trip.]]> 2022-10-11 21:42:13 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336005642 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336008744 The fourth item I would bring along with my infant and I would be a changing pad and wipes in my diaper bag. I would also pack a travel size diaper cream if my infant has a diaper rash.]]> 2022-10-11 21:46:25 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336008744 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336010129 The fifth item I would bring along with my infant and I would be an extra change of clothes for my infant. Babies are messy, sometimes they get food on their clothes, have blowouts, or spit up on their outfits. This means that you need an extra change of clothes for your infant]]> 2022-10-11 21:48:35 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336010129 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336010913 By: Mackenzie Watts]]> 2022-10-11 21:49:54 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336010913 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336015569 The sixth item I would bring along with my infant and I would be a blanket. Depending on the weather, I would either bring a lightweight blanket or a thick blanket]]> 2022-10-11 21:55:09 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336015569 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336017136 The seventh item I would bring along with my infant and I would be a carrying sling or wrap.]]> 2022-10-11 21:57:29 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336017136 10214717 https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336018819 The eighth and final item I would bring along with my infant and I would be a pacifier. Babies like to suck on stuff and sometimes need a temporary distraction from things. A pacifier will provide that.]]> 2022-10-11 21:59:47 UTC https://padlet.com/10214717/MackenzieWattsBeforeYouLeaveTheHouse/wish/2336018819