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If You’re Planning On Traveling With A Toddler And You’re Nervous, These 25 Target Products Are For You
Don’t be scared… you can do this.
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A Hatch Rest Go portable noise machine to ensure your toddler sleeps like, well, a baby — no matter where you are.
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A snack spinner for the tot who likes a little variety. Think of this as an on-the-go kidcuterie plate with a fun *spin.*
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A two-pack of sun safety roller shades to make those long car rides easier — not only will you protect their skin and eyes, but it might help make the nap last just a little bit longer. Who’s the sunny one, now? (It’s you!)
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A set of seriously adorable kids’ packing cubes, because it’s never too early to teach them the value of planning outfits ahead of time and being neat and organized. OK, let’s be real… you’re the one doing all the packing, but it’s still helpful!
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A car seat travel case with padded backpack straps, which will totally level up your airport parenting game because with kids of a certain age, well, you’re going to want your hands free. Bonus: You can pack the empty space with stuff you need but don’t want to put in your other bags, like extra diapers, blankets, etc.
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Promising review: “This was perfect for our recent vacation! I had no issues fitting our car seat in it and carrying it thru the airport with ease. So much easier than trying to fumble with just the car seat.” —Mamaof2girl0616
Price: $16.99
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A perfectly sized (and durable!) kids’ digital camera so you can give your phone a break from your kid’s sticky fingers. But also, how cute is the idea of seeing your trip through their eyes?
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A folding travel potty seat, because you can’t stay at home forever while potty training. You have to get out there, and your little one is going to have to go (probably at a really inconvenient time)! Now, you’re prepared.
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Promising review: “This is seriously such a brilliant little invention. The carrying bag makes this easy to pop into a diaper bag or an overnight bag instead of carting around an entire potty seat. The suction cups make it so this doesn’t slip and slide on different toilet seats. This has been the easiest way to make sure we don’t get behind on potty training while visiting family members this holiday season!” —Haley
Price: $14.99 (available in two colors)
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A dino-mite toddler-size backpack that can hold all the necessities — snacks, activities, and more snacks — so your little cutie doesn’t go total T-Rex on the flight.
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A surprisingly sleek spill-proof snack cup that is perfect for little hands. There’s no top to rip off and throw (been there!) so this gives you the best chance you’ll have at staying somewhat neat while traveling with a toddler.
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A Bluey invisible ink book, because when you’re traveling in the car or a plane you can’t play keepy-uppy, or obstacle course, or hotel… but this is just as fun!
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A cute suitcase that the kids will actually want to carry… all by themselves. (But maybe not up the stairs to the hotel room — that’s still on you.)
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A Welly first-aid kit that fits perfectly in your bag, because parents know the importance of a bandage when it comes to boo-boos. And these colorful ones especially apply to boo-boos that don’t technically even need a bandage.
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This 24-piece set includes bandages, hand sanitizer, antibiotic ointment, and a cool carrying case.
Promising review: “The cutest mini first-aid kit. I like that it’s small enough to conveniently carry in my purse. The adorable [bandage] prints make boo-boos less sad for our little ones. It is a little pricey but worth it because of the thoughtful design and compact size. I bought one for my husband to keep handy, too.” —Sha Sha Shopper
Price: $7.99
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A three-pack of Honest Company hand-sanitizing wipes, because you’re not taking any chances with getting sick on this trip. These fragrance-free wipes will keep hands clean, and the aloe protects skin from drying out.
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Promising review: “We always take around a pack of sanitizing wipes with us for those times we don’t have access to water and soap and need to wash our hands. It is safe in terms of clean ingredients, yet effective at removing dirt and germs. The pack of three makes it easy to use for a longer period of time.” —IENNJN
Price: $14.99
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An Apple AirTag that you can use to track anything you really don’t want to lose on your trip, like your luggage or your child’s favorite stuffie. Wait, come to think of it, you can actually use these to keep track of your kids, too. (Hey, I’ve done it!)
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And a cute silicone keychain to hold said AirTag, which you can attach to your little frog’s backpack. That way, if they get jumpy and hop off, you’ll be able to find them quickly.
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A car seat organizer that you can stock with games, water bottles, a tablet, and more. It will keep the kids entertained, but it won’t stop them from a) asking you if you’re there yet and b) telling you that they need to go to the bathroom at the worst time.
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A pack of chewable Dramamine Kids for your LO with motion sickness. Why? Because you saved your money. You’ve planned your trip all year. You’ve packed and prepared. And vomit would totally ruin the carefully curated vacation vibes.
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A travel stroller that folds up so small it can fit in the overhead compartment on your flight. A stroller might as well be a second car — it holds and hauls all of your most important stuff, and we’re not just talking about your kiddo.
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Promising review: “The Munchkin Sparrow Stroller is a true gem! Its lightweight design and remarkable compactness make it a breeze to handle. I love how it effortlessly fits into the back compartment of my Honda Pilot, adding convenience to my daily outings. Highly recommended for its practicality and ease of use.” —Vadamama
Price: $196.99
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A stroller fan because sitting in the same spot for a while can get hot and uncomfortable, which can lead to a total meltdown — even if you have all the right snacks and toys. Save yourself the trouble and you’ll be a real fan of this, well, fan.
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A travel tray that’s worthy of your little passenger princess. This will actually save your sanity because you won’t CONSTANTLY be asked to pick up the crayons, find the activities, get the snacks… you get the point. It’s perfect for long car trips or time on the plane — whatever they need, it’ll all be at their fingertips!
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A SlumberPod inflatable toddler mattress, which will make sharing a room — and not a bed — on vacation way more tolerable. Good sleep is everything!
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A silicone carseat food tray that elevates the built-in cupholder and turns it into an hors d’oeuvres tray. Kids these days… they’ve really got it made, don’t they?
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Promising review: “This makes car rides just a little bit easier. Super easy to fit in the cup holder. We can put her snacks on the little tray part and she can still use the cupholder for her cup. It makes things less messy and she can even use the tray part to put toys in.” —reviewer
Price: $16.99
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A set of mini Magna-Tiles, because we all know these are the G.O.A.T. of kids’ toys and the thought of leaving behind your kids’ full-size set is almost unbearable.
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A sunscreen applicator that makes keeping your kiddo slathered in SPF super easy. Fill it with the product of your choice and it will glide on mess-free. Wait a second, what about you? Don’t forget to do yourself, too!
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Promising review: “We have used this product for our toddler for the past two summers and can’t imagine wrangling and applying sunscreen without it. It is so easy to use and toddler can actually kind of manage to use it herself without getting sunscreen everywhere. It’s super convenient to bring along, and love that it saves my hands from getting sticky.” —Erin
Price: $14.99
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A 16-ounce Owala water bottle, which will keep your kiddo hydrated without the inevitable spills and leaks that come from other water bottles. Did we have water bottles like this growing up? Absolutely not. There’s a reason everyone is obsessed with these.
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Promising review: “Easy to drink out of this water bottle. Once you buy this, you won’t need to look for another; it’s perfect. Easy to clean and fits everywhere. This size is perfect for adults too, not just for kids.” —Getting organized
Price: $24.99 (available in 12 colors)
Reviews in this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.
