A Detailed Packing List For A Babymoon In South East Asia: 10 Must Have Items

One of the things that I found myself worrying about when travelling while pregnant was about what to pack. Did I need to pack differently? Should I include my skimpier outfits or would they just look horrible on me? Would I be able to carry what I packed? Was I worrying too much about packing? Sigh! If you are looking at this list, I’m sure some of those doubts crept into your head at some time.

Luckily for me, we travelled a lot during my pregnancy and over time I became more and more comfortable with my packing list for a babymoon in South East Asia. Though I did learn that it evolved over time. That’s why I thought I would put my experience down before the mom brain hits me real bad. Lol!

1. Doctor’s Notes, Prescriptions And Medications

The first thing that should get into your bag as you pack for your babymoon is all your medical supplies. Include scanned copies of your reports, a doctor’s letter citing that you can travel, a list of medications that you are on and the let’s not forget about carrying the medications themselves. Keep your doctor’s number handy in case you need to get in touch with him/her while you are on the go. Remember that safety always should come first. Always place your medications at the top of your packing list for a babymoon in South East Asia.

2. Clothes

When it came to swimwear I found myself more comfortable in a bikini but if that doesn’t work for you, there is a surprising variety of maternity swimwear available. Some of which are really cool! 

I think one of the first things that pops up into every pregnant woman’s mind when it comes to their packing list for a babymoon South East Asia is what clothes to take. Aside from the usual, what will look good on me factor, I kept worrying about what would fit me.

Turns out that in the first trimester it wasn’t much of a problem as I did not gain much weight but as the second trimester was halfway through, this concern became all too real. By the time I reached the third trimester, I really had to plan in advance.

My tip is to pack loose clothing. That way you don’t have to pack too many alternatives. I packed two just in case outfits. By just in case, I meant just in case I exploded and turned really round really fast. My backup option since I was in South East Asia, was to buy more or slip into Shawn’s tees which are always so comfortable (and I just needed the excuse!).

3. Shoes

My packing list for a babymoon in South East Asia included a pair of sturdy crocs. 

One of the most important things that I paid attention to on my babymoon packing list was the shoes that I packed. I found myself a pair of good trekking shoes that I liked. In this case mine were from Columbia. My all time favourites however were (what people would call ugly ;p) pair of crocs.

This was because the strap clipped on easily, I did not have to bend and they had great grip. While this may not seem like much in the first and second trimester, it really helps in the third trimester of pregnancy where bending becomes an issue. A great bonus was that they work well in the Indian monsoons too!

4. Compression Stockings

I really regret not buying these in advance and adding them to my packing list for a babymoon in South East Asia.

If your journey takes you in a flight across a fairly long distance you may want to think about wearing compression stockings. These help you combat the occurrence of Deep Vein Thrombosis which is one of those conditions that all frequent fliers are aware off.

What not many people are aware off though is the fact that pregnant women are even more susceptible to Deep Vein Thrombosis. Talk to your doctor about the merits of getting yourself a pair before your trip before you put this item on your packing list for a babymoon in South East Asia.

5. Snacks

I always packed some familiar snacks that I could eat while travelling. I guess it also depends on how you are travelling. Many of my outings were by car. So I packed a lot of healthy snacks for our road trips. Flights were harder to pack for but you can never go wrong with crackers.

The reason why I say pack snacks is because pregnancy does crazy stuff to your appetite. At least that is what happened to mine. I found it difficult to adjust to new food and the initial transition was troubling. Carrying some snacks means that if you can’t eat what’s around you, you don’t have to compromise or go hungry.

6. Water Bottle

We believe in using as little disposable plastic as we can so we always advocate carrying a refillable water bottle with you. Aside from the sustainability point of view, South East Asia is hot and that means that you can get dehydrated really easily. Make sure you continuously sip on water as you go. It will keep you from feeling tired and crappy through the day.

7. A Hat And Sunscreen

There are so many different types of hats available in the market. No matter which you pick, just make sure to keep your head covered from the sun.

The sun can be brutal when you are moving about, and I found that adding a hat to my packing list for a babymoon in South East Asia turned out to be a very wise idea. Not only is it a great accessory but it keeps the sun from making you feel drained out. Don’t forget your sunscreen. You may want to clear the sunscreen you use with your doctor first.

8. Mosquito Repellent

Mosquitoes can be quite the problem in South East Asia. Blame it on the high humidity, frequent rainfall, stagnant water etc. These insects are also responsible for the transmission of different diseases like Zika, Malaria and Dengue. Aside from the mosquito bites being a mega nuisance, you really want to play it safe and not contract any illness. Make sure that you carry some form of mosquito repellent that works for you.

9. Maternity Support Belt

One of those things that I really wish people had told me to pack on a babymoon to South East Asia is a maternity support belt. I hadn’t heard of it before until I walked into one of those numerous outlet stores. We saw it on display and Shawn suggested try it on. By this time, my back had started killing me when I was out for long, my posture had changed and I was feeling grumpy. The belt took that away and I couldn’t help thinking how much more comfortable long journeys would have been if I had one of these at that time.

10. A Pillow Wedge

There are different kinds of pillows that help support your tummy as you sleep. See which one works for you.

I personally did not carry this but if you have space in your bag consider taking a pillow wedge. As time passes, it becomes more and more difficult to get a good night’s rest. A pillow wedge can help you get into a comfortable position. If you can’t carry one, don’t worry. I just asked the hotels for an extra pillow and made do with that.

There you have it. These are things that I carried when travelling. If you are looking at different locations to spend a babymoon, I would suggest taking a look at our article about ‘Babymoon destinations in Asia‘ for some inspiration.

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