Guide
Family packing list
Family travel means predictable routines and backup plans. Layer clothes for temperature swings, duplicate small comforts, and keep snacks accessible.
By age
Infants need feeding supplies and spare outfits; toddlers need distraction and shoes for walking breaks; older kids can carry their own daypack with water and a layer. Label bags so hotel staff and relatives can help repack quickly.
Health & comfort
Pack fever relief, bandages, motion-sickness options if needed, and any sleep cues (small blanket, white noise on a phone). Ear protection matters near busy roads or fireworks.
Tailor Stow to your crew
Open Additional details to add kids by age, note medical or dietary needs, and let Stow tailor the list accordingly.
Build my packing list →Common questions
- How do I pack for a family without bringing everything?
- Assign roles: one bag for shared toiletries and documents, another for kid clothes by day or cube. Pack a small “first night” pouch with PJs and toothbrushes so you are not digging through suitcases after a long travel day.
- What documents should parents carry?
- IDs, insurance cards, consent forms if traveling without both guardians, and copies of prescriptions. Keep scans offline on your phone.
- Does Stow support kids in the packing list?
- Yes. Add kids by age group in Additional details so the list includes size-appropriate clothing, comfort items, and reminders.