Clothes

• 2 outfits (incase we have a long stay)
  • change of pants
• a fleece that can be a car coat (it is still cold here in April)
• 6 underwear/ plenty of diapers (wipes)
• 4 socks
• Pjs

Sleep

• Blanket/Cuddle items
• night pull ups/diapers
• special sleep needs (if not at the house you’re sending them to)
  • special pillows, blankets, bedding
  • sound machines
  • baby monitors

Meds/Toiletries

• Nolan Sleep Meds (fridge meds)
• Nasal spray
• Eczema face balm (use siraya10 for a discount)
• Burt’s Bees Multipurpose Ointment
• Toothbrush (each)
• Toothpaste
• Hair brush
• Hair pretties (bands and bows)
• Tylenol (and doses with it for each child)
• Benadryl (and does with it for each child)
• Nemechek protocol/dietary/supplementation directions and supplies

School Age

• Schedule/Routine (with addresses, teacher’s name, and phone numbers to call in case of sickness or problems)
• Backpack
• Folder (s)
• Assistive device (talker)
• Lunch box
  • Lunch ideas/lists
• Pick up/communication permissions signed
• After school activities bags

Favorites/Comfort

Favorite items can make the transition easier for the kids but also make your sitter’s job easier. If you have a child with special needs this can be assistive devices too.

• Sensory Items
• Chewlery
• Favorite toys
• Favorite cups/utensils/etc.

Make sure to have (especially if baby comes at night)

• Coat
• Shoes/boots
• Hats/mittens

We use the bedtime routine stuff every night so I wrote what we need in permanent marker so we can grab quick (and even where the box is)

I also made a list of what bags we need for what place on an index card and put on our door.

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Pets

If you have a pet, make sure you have a pet care as well. If they are staying home, have a list of a routine and supplies, if you are taking them somewhere, make sure to pack for them, too! This is a transition time for them, too–you are bringing them a new naked puppy to care for!

• Food (and food dishes)
• Water dishes
• Meds?
• Sleeping: crates, beds, familiar smelling blanket
• Toys
• Leash/collars
• MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THEIR COLLARS WITH IDENTIFYING INFO & VACCINES ON THE ANIMAL
• Make sure you have the vet number/address for your pet caregiver if they need to take them in (and that you authorize the caregiver to make the decisions.)

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