I have used this method for YEARS…literally since my 6.5 year old son was a baby. Pat (husband) & I have always believed that you can bring a kid/kids to just about anything so long as you pack well & we have pretty much proven that. With our 3 kids in tow, we go camping, boating, hiking up a literal mountain, on road trips, to restaurants, to events, & eeeverything in between.
It really doesn’t matter where or how long we are going, I ALWAYS pack for the kiddos using this method. So, if its a 2 hour football game or a 2 week trip, think in these FOUR categories.
EAT, PLAY, POTTY, SLEEP
If its a longer stretch of time, I quite literally pack a bag for snacks, a bag for toys (indoor, outdoor, car, & tabletop), & a bag for sleep. My kids are older (6.5, 5, & 3.5) so I dont have to pack much for potty business (although, I NEVER forget to bring potty seat covers).
If its just a quick trip out or a short function, I can fit all 4 categories in one bag. If I’m being real, we could go somewhere for only 20 minutes & still have a need in each category lol such is life with kids ;P.
Here’s everything in my “on the go” bag now (Everything is linked below the pictures)
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EAT
- I got this handy box from The Dollar Tree! Filled it to the brim with snacks!
PLAY
- Interconnectable Building Blocks (in an art box from The Dollar Tree)
- Playdo (in an art box from The Dollar Tree)
- Magnetic Building Blocks
- Coloring Books & Markers (the lids are taped together with duct tape…GAME CHANGER!)
- Books
- Dry Erase Board
- Writing Tablet
- Doodle Pad (from The Dollar Tree)
POTTY
- Wipes
- Potty Seat Covers (These are SO GOOD that I put them in my purse too)
- Spare Clothes & a grocery bag for soiled clothes
SLEEP
- Small blanket; dont underestimate how handy these little blankets can be! Kiddos can use it to lay their head down in a restaurant booth, to cover their eyes, to ball up into a pillow, to snuggle up with, etc.
Pack what makes most sense for your kiddos but always, always, always pack the for the 4 big categories!
EAT, PLAY, POTTY, SLEEP!
I hope you found this helpful! & have fun on your outing!
Love,
Kai
