Having some snacks is one of the most important things on outings with your kids. When you get hungry you just feel hungry, but when your kids get hungry they will either start crying way more than usual or they will turn into a tiny MMA fighter and attack the closest breathing thing.
Here are some of the absolutely crucial things to bring to a playground, trail, or exploring area.
1. Diapers and wipes
If your kids are not yet potty trained (or even recently potty trained) then you need to have diapers and wipes. Check to make sure your wipes haven’t dried out because no one likes getting wiped with sandpaper.
2. Water
We play hard and need water and lots of it. I always grab my 32oz bottle, fill it up and toss a few cubes of ice in before we head out.
3. Snacks
Snacks are KEY. My kids personally get into a frightening laughy/violent mood when they are hungry. It isn’t good for anyone. For snacks that curb the fury I lean towards easy grab-n-go fruits and vegetables, protein bars, and other tasty treats.
4. Bag it up
You don’t need that $160 designer diaper bag the influencers are toting around to their baby and me hot yoga class. It’s just going to get messed up anyways. I tend to grab a plastic bag. It comes in hand for trash and dirty diaper collection too. If you are going out on a longer outing, maybe opt for a backpack, but keep it simple.
Have fun out there dads!