The best travel products under £30 for little ones

The Happy Nappy Sunsuit was awarded Gold for Best Travel Product Under £30 at the Mother&Baby Awards 2023 and 2024.

Save space in your suitcase with this two-in-one swim nappy and rash vest. The top half is made with 50+ UV protection so your little one’s skin will be shielded from the effects of the sun’s rays while the bottom half offers full faecal leak protection, so you won’t have to worry about accidents in the pool or on the beach. Comfortable and cute, this will be the perfect addition to your baby’s travel wardrobe.

One mum said: "I have used happy nappy swim nappies before so was looking forward to trying this product which has an integrated swim nappy as little one often gets cold in the pool. There were a number of lovely bright prints available so picking just one was difficult. The nappy part is of the same design as the stand alone nappy so I felt confident in its reliability and the wetsuit top helped my little one to stay warm."

Read our full review of theHappy Nappy Swimsuithere.

The Littlelife First Aid Kit was awarded Silver for Best Travel Product Under £30 at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

Accidents can happen wherever you are so make sure you're prepared for bumps and grazes with this first aid kit. It's got wipes, dressings, bandages, scissors, thermometer, tweezers and even Sudocrem included inside and so much more. Plus star stickers to reward your little one for being brave.

Our mum tester said: "The product is very small and compact with all the all the essentials you need. The product does not take up much space at all and packaging is very nice too. The product comes with a range of different first aid products and it’s all in one place. It’s saves time having to buy all the items separately."

Read our full Littlelife First Aid Kit review.

The MAM Easy Start Anti-Colic Bottles was awarded Silver and Bronze for Best Travel Product Under £30 at the Mother&Baby Awards 2023 and 2024.

There’s no need for a separate bottle steriliser with these MAM bottles as they self-steriliser in the microwave in just three minutes, making them perfect for use when you’re away from home. The teats are designed to reduce colic and are made with super-soft silicone to feel just like a mother’s skin to comfort your baby and encourage them to drink.

One mum said: "The anti-colic feature has meant that my baby has had no problems with colic since using these bottles and feeds well when using them with no fuss. The super soft teats mean that baby has taken to bottle feeding with no problems.”

Read our full MAM Easy Start Anti Colic Bottles review.

Suitable from: Birth | Formula: Water-based | Ingredients: 100 per cent natural | Award: Bronze

This sanitising water kills 99 per cent of bacteria and can be used on dummies, toys, highchairs, cutlery, teethers, and so much more to keep the germs at bay. The formula is free from alcohol and other chemicals, plus it’s endorsed by Allergy UK so you know it’s safe to use on your little one’s skin. Having passed stringent UK drinking water tests to prove it’s not harmful to swallow, you won’t need to worry about if it goes in your baby’s mouth either.

Pros:
Kills bacteria in seconds
Formula safe for babies
Cons:
Some parents thought the packaging could be more child-friendly

One mum said: "The product is amazing for on the go, we took it with us on holiday and it has been a lift saver. The bottle is small so it’s so easy for storage, it’s easy to use and my baby has had no problems with it. My daughter is always throwing her dummy’s and bottles out of the pram so it’s just so convenient to grab it out of the bag and spray it onto the dummy."

Read our full review of the HYGIENE AQUAINT Sanitising Water here.

With over 8,000 reviews, this changing mat is super popular on Amazon. It's lightweight and foldable, making it a great choice for baby changing on the go.

Pros:
Waterproof
Easy to clean
Cons:
Could have a more interesting colour/print

Review: "This mat is super lightweight, fits easily into a change bag and is easy to clean. Definitely recommended!"

Ideal for travel, overnight stays, or when you’re away from home, this device sterilises bottles from two minutes in the microwave and in 15 minutes with cold water. It uses safety vent technology to increase the temperature inside for better sterilisation.

Pros:
Lay-flat lip to fit all microwaves
Cons:
Can only sterilise one bottle at a time

Review: "was looking something like this for travelling to Bottles sterilized so simple easy to use Super handy Gives great peace of mind for dummies and baby bottles when away from home"

Jetting off to somewhere warm? Sunscreen for your little one is an absolute necessity. We love this one by Childs Farm. It's got SPF 50+ protection, is water resistant and it's suitable for sensitive and eczema-prone skin. It smells lovely too, so what's not to like?

Pros:
Dermatologist and paediatrician approved
Cons:
Pricer compared to other sunscreens

Review: "When my son was an infant we soon discovered he came out in a rash everytime we applied suncream. After spending a fortune trying different brands, we found this and thankfully he wasn't allergic to it. We've been using it for years now, and I think it's improved in the last couple of years. It seems to be less dense, and easier to rub on to the skin. When we first began using it, he looked like I'd painted him white! It wasn't easy to rub in. It's definitely improved in that area. We used to use separate suncreams, as this is quite pricey, but I decided this was so much better as a suncream overall. My son never gets red and he seems to need less frequent applications comapred to the general suncream that we used for ourselves and our daughter. I saw my daughter's skin beginning to go red when in the sun (after applying suncream) whereas in the same time, my son's wasn't. So we all use this now. Yes - it's a bit pricey, but we tend to apply it less frequently so it probably evens itself out. It's less greasy than some other suncreams and the scent isn't over-powering."

Are you heading somewhere with a pool on your travels? This mat has been specifically designed for changing your little one by the water. It's made from soft and naturally antibacterial Neoprene and it has a non-slip rubber base so it's ideal for use on wet poolside floors.

Pros:
Easy to wipe clean and carry
Cons:
It rolls up but doesn't fold compactly so might take up a bit more room in your luggage

Review: "Lightweight and folds up really small and neat to pop into waterproof bag. Sand sticks to bottom side but brushes off completely once dried. Has its own elasticated bands to secure in a roll. Just what I needed. Would recommend."

Another must-have accessory for travelling is a sunhat. If your little one is going to be spending a lot of time outside in the sun on your travels you'll want to make sure their head, eyes and neck are protected from the rays. we love the cute strawberry print on this one from John Lewis.

Pros:
Has a peak at the front to protect eyes and a flap at the back to keep their neck covered
Cons:
Strawberry print might not be for everyone

Review: "Super little hat, ideal for use at the beach but also for protecting the neck against sun in the garden."

Planning on taking your little one swimming while you're away from home? This swimming aid is designed to ensure baby is in the ideal swimming posture so they can learn how to kick in the water and swim in a horizontal position. It's easy to inflate and deflate so it's perfect for packing.

Pros:
Choice of sizes available to fit from three months to six years old
Has bottom support and a soft sponge chest for safety and comfort
Cons:
A very small amount of reviews mention they had issues with punctures

Review: "I spent ages looking for the right inflatable swimming ring for my little boy. At the end, I decided to give this one a try. And I am so pleased I did! Easy to inflate and use. I think that the position of the baby makes it really nice for them to see everything around and even rest their head (if they need to) and kind of encourages them to kick their legs. My little one absolutely loved it!"

Keep your little one's wet swimming things and swim nappies separate from everything else in your changing bag with this super cute, ocean-print wet bag. It's waterproof and easy to wipe clean with a simple fold and roll closure, which will come in handy when it comes to changing your little one when you're not at home.

Pros:
Lightweight, waterproof fabric
Cute print
Cons:
The price is for one bag

Review: "Good product. I use mine for travelling and transporting wet items (swimwear, etc.) , bottles I think are at risk of leaking, e.g. shampoo, shower gel bottles, etc. on flights in my hold luggage. Good quality material, fully waterproof. A must-have for any travels, weekly swims..."