With the onset of the holidays, we begin to think about how to spend our free time. Some parents plan a trip to the sea or to the country, out of town, and only a few decide to go camping with their child.
For some reason, it is believed that such a vacation will bring a lot of trouble, although in fact, if everything is planned correctly, you can get the most out of it. And your future traveler will have a great opportunity to get acquainted with wildlife.
We need to grow a little more
If the baby is a baby or under the age of two years, then some difficulties may arise, therefore it is necessary to organize such a trip with children to nature more thoughtfully. The first thing on the list is nutrition.
If the baby is breast-fed, this is very good, otherwise you will have to take milk formulas, instant cereals, fruit and meat purees in jars. Do not forget about the bottles that need to be washed and sterilized.
Next, it is worth considering how the child will overcome the path: perhaps it will be either a kangaroo, or a sling, or an ergorypack. It is definitely worth taking a couple of your favorite toys and rattles with you, you also need to consider leisure options if the weather is bad. Of course, it’s very good to go camping with a child with several families, it will be easier for adults and more fun for kids.
And yet, before you go on a trip with your baby, you should know that such a vacation will bring a lot of trouble to parents, because you will have to pay a lot of attention to the child, and often it will not be at all up to the beauty of the surrounding nature!
Young tourists
From the age of two, you can begin to teach your baby to travel. To begin with, such a trip with a child to nature should not exceed two to three days. It is worth considering that a little fidget will not travel long in a vehicle or on a dad’s shoulders, so you will have to take hikes more often, giving him the opportunity to relax, run, jump.
The curiosity of a young tourist at this age will cause mom and dad to closely monitor him to exclude the possibility of unplanned events, among which there is a risk of getting into a fire, running away into the forest, and entering the water.
From the age of three you can go hiking with your child. But do not forget that at this age, children quickly get tired. Therefore, you need to alternate half an hour of travel and as much rest to have a bite, play games, pick berries and mushrooms, and admire the forest beauty.
Starting from the age of five, the behavior of the children’s campaign becomes more conscious, they take responsibility for what is happening. Young tourists can take part in the placement of tents and other equipment, help to collect firewood for the fire, along with adults to watch the camp.
It is worth noting that from this age a tourist trip with children will be a joy to everyone.
We collect the first-aid kit correctly
So, we examined the features of different ages. Now you should pay attention to collecting the necessary things. Of course, it is impossible to predict everything, but try to highlight the most necessary.
First of all, we are preparing the birth certificate of the child and do not forget about the policy of compulsory health insurance (I want it to still not be useful, but just in case it’s worth taking).
With special responsibility it is worth approaching the collection of medicines. It must be remembered that there are no pharmacies in the campaign , so we think through everything carefully at home. First of all, we put the medicines that are necessary if the child has some kind of chronic disease.
Do not forget about antipyretic, antiseptics (zelenka or iodine will work better in vesicles). It will not be superfluous and sunscreen. Also, do not exclude the option of intestinal upset and stomach pain. We choose a medicine suitable for the age of your child. For example, the following drugs are suitable: Regidron, Smecta, Nifuroxazide. We take adhesive plasters, cotton wool and bandages (wounds, scratches in nature can not be avoided).
You can’t do without an insect repellent on a summer trip . Be sure to take baby creams, spray, a special ointment or gel that reduces itching with bites of various insects, mosquitoes. If you forgot to take a similar remedy, you can independently prepare a solution of soda with water and lubricate irritated places on the body.
Choosing a Camping Wardrobe
Weather is an unpredictable thing. When choosing hiking clothes for a child, do not forget that it is better to give preference to natural fabrics. It is also worth knowing that several layers of thin clothing will become the best heat insulator than one of dense fabric.
The t-shirt will be a very suitable base for the wardrobe, because in hot or cool weather it will absorb moisture very well, leaving the skin of the child dry. Pants should be chosen from waterproof fabric, preferably with pockets in which the child can store his finds.
It will not be superfluous and the jacket that you can wear when it gets colder. Do not forget the underwear and socks - ordinary and warm. It is better to take shoes that are well-worn, because during the trip she will not put pressure, will not rub her legs, and rubber boots will not become superfluous during the trip. It is also necessary to take a light jacket with a deep hood, it will not allow the dew and rainfall to wet the baby.
Be sure to put a hat on for the child. It can be a panama with large fields, which will protect the baby’s neck and ears from the scorching sun, or baseball with a visor.
It is worth recalling that in the evenings it is cold in nature, so you should definitely take warm clothes.
Of course, it is better to take several sets (if it is within your power), so that when the baby gets dirty, he can be changed.
Packing a backpack
If the age of your baby allows him to carry his travel backpack himself, then do not deprive him of the opportunity to feel like a real traveler. Such things must be bought in specialized stores where knowledgeable sellers will help you make the right choice.
For children under four years old, it is better to give a small children's backpack in which to put a couple of toys and an apple or banana for a small snack on a halt. For seniors, the weight should not exceed half the age.
Domestic issues
Of course, it is better to take water for drinking and cooking from home, do not risk the baby’s health and his own.
Hiking with a child is also worth taking wet wipes, diapers (if he needs them), wet toilet paper. For kids, you need to put a pot, and for older children - a seat from the film.
It is worth taking the choice of a sleeping set for a child seriously. It must fully correspond to the season, be made of natural materials. It is also worth paying attention to the presence of a hood in it.
Leisure
You have reached your destination, tents are set up, a fire is burning and lunch is ready ... Now you can walk with your child through the woods. Admire the beauty of green trees and pines, listen to birdsong, pick up cones.
You can read books or just be with your child without being distracted by everyday problems.
Good trip
Finally, I want to say that organizing trips with children is a very big responsibility on the part of parents. Think ahead to the smallest detail, and your vacation will be unforgettable and bring a sea of emotions to all family members.