When it comes to traveling with young children, flying is probably the most stressful mode of transportation. Not only do you have to make sure the kids stay entertained in the airport and throughout the flight, but you also have to lug around all of their gear and essentials (plus your own). Car seats are a necessity while traveling with toddlers and infants and they can also be one of the best travel hacks to make your life easier while flying, but the bulky items are also notoriously hard to pack — aside from being heavy, they also tend to be awkwardly-shaped and difficult to carry, especially if you’re running to catch a flight.
Thankfully, frequent flyers have discovered the J.L. Childress Padded Car Seat Travel Bag that makes it incredibly easy for parents to tote around car seats hands-free. The handy travel backpack is specially designed to fit most car seat models in its spacious interior. Along with padded back and shoulder straps that make the bag super comfortable, the water-resistant material helps keep the car seat dry even if you get stuck in the rain.
It even boasts dual lockable zippers that won’t snag or become detached. The best part? You can utilize the extra space in the roomy bag to store all your child’s other essentials on trips, like diapers, wipes, and clothing — which comes in handy since most airlines let you check a car seat for free.
To buy: amazon.com, $40
The Ultimate Travel Essentials for Parents
If you want to make sure your car seat will fit, you can check out this handy chart that lists every model of car seats that are compatible with the backpack. What’s more, the carrier is actually super affordable at just $40. If you’re a parent planning on traveling with small tots, you should definitely consider snagging this before your next trip.
