When can you start going out with your baby? Things to bring list and precautions

Opportunities to go out with your baby will increase as your baby ages, from everyday outings such as checkups and shopping to events such as visiting grandparents and going out as a family during the tourist season.
Here's a list of items you should have in your outing bag to see what items are useful!

When is it OK to go out with my baby?

Once your baby is born, you will be required to undergo periodic "infant health checkups" provided by the local government. Your first one-month checkup will likely be your first outing.

For this reason, we tend to think that it is OK to go out after one month of age, but this does not necessarily mean that it is completely possible to go out.
We recommend starting with short walks near your home and gradually expanding the range and duration of your outings. While observing your baby for any changes, try to get used to it little by little without forcing yourself too much.

Newborn babies are not yet able to regulate their body temperature well. Avoid going out during the hot midsummer or cold midwinter, and avoid crowds as much as possible as your immunity to viruses is weak.

What are the essential items when going out?

When going out with your baby, you need to be prepared for a variety of situations. Here's a list of things you should always have in your bag so you don't panic when the time comes.

1. Disposable diapers & wipes
   Make sure you have plenty of time to spare. We recommend keeping your diapers in your diaper pouch so they don't get all mushy in your bag and are easy to find and take out.
2. Change of clothes and jacket
   Your baby may get dirty during breastfeeding or changing diapers, so it's a good idea to have one or two sets of upper and lower clothes on hand. It is also a good idea to bring a thin jacket to protect yourself from the air conditioning.
3. towels, gauze, etc.
   Use it frequently to wipe away sweat, drool, milk, etc. Let's prepare some.
4. plastic bag
   Use this to take home used diapers, dirty clothes, towels, etc.
5. milk set
   Baby bottles and powdered milk are essential items when going out. Stick-type powdered milk, which comes in small portions per serving, is convenient. Bring a thermosable water bottle filled with hot water.
6. Maternity record book, insurance card, medical certificate, etc.
   You may need to go to the hospital suddenly, so always carry it with you just in case.
7. baby carrier
   When you go out, you want to keep your hands as free as possible. Make use of baby carriers and piggyback straps. Even if you use a stroller, it's a good idea to have a baby carrier handy in case your child gets fussy or when passing through places where there are no elevators.

What would be useful to have when you go out?

There are various things that are useful depending on the baby's age and age, and depending on the situation. We have listed some representative ones.

1. Set of baby food, eating apron, spoon, etc.
   Once you have finished using milk, prepare everything you need to feed your baby food instead of the milk set and go out.
2. Favorite toys, picture books, sweets, etc.
   Your baby may get bored when riding on rides or in situations where there may be long wait times, such as at the hospital or restaurants. In such cases, it can be helpful to have toys or picture books to distract yourself. It might be a good idea to have a small snack as well.
3. breastfeeding cape
   Even if you can't find a nursing room when you're out and about, it's a good idea to have a nursing cape that completely covers your baby and hides your breasts when breastfeeding. It's not bulky and light, so it's a good idea to have one with you when you go out with your breastfeeding baby.
4. bib
   A bib is useful to keep your clothes from getting dirty with your drool. It is also useful as a countermeasure for regurgitating milk and spilling food. Some are designed to catch spilled food, so it's a good idea to prepare one if necessary.
5. sunscreen
   Babies' skin is thin and has an insufficient barrier function, so sunscreen is essential when going out in the summer. Use one that is suitable for babies and is less harsh on the skin.

How do you carry your belongings, which tend to be large?

When you go out with your baby, you will inevitably have to carry more luggage. There are a variety of mothers' bags on sale these days, so take advantage of them.
Mother's bags come in various types such as tote bags, backpacks, and shoulder bags, and are attractive for their storage capacity and functionality. It has plenty of pockets and partitions, making it easy to organize and take out what you want.

The baby carrier comes with a convenient pouch!

If you're going out with a baby carrier, some products come with a pouch attached to the waist belt, so we recommend putting frequently used items such as your smartphone, handkerchief, and disinfectant wipes in there.

The BELK-S series waist pouch is removable, so it can be attached to either the left or right side. The double zipper makes it easy to open and close whether you attach it to the left or right side, and you can also adjust the position of the zipper to prevent the metal fittings from hitting your baby's feet. In addition to valuables such as wallets, smartphones, and keys, it is large and convenient for storing frequently used items such as gauze, handkerchiefs, pacifiers, sleeping food, and disinfectant wipes. You can also remove it from your belt and use it as an inner bag.

Which baby carrier is useful when going out?

Many people use baby carriers or strollers when going out.
Strollers are popular because they relieve the baby's weight, but baby carriers are superior in terms of mobility because they free both hands and you don't have to worry about steps or taking up space.

We recommend using both depending on the situation.
When you go out with a stroller, it may be helpful to have a baby carrier handy.
Many senior mothers choose compact and lightweight secondary baby carriers, such as slings, because they are easy to carry.
Hip seat carriers are attractive because of their stability and ease of not feeling heavy, but they have a solid structure but are bulky, so they have the disadvantage of getting in the way when not in use.
Use them wisely depending on the purpose of going out and the situation where you are going out.

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