Late Summer Travel For Little Eaters

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Little Eaters Academy is on a mission to provide personalized, evidence-based nutrition education to parents and caregivers, teaching them to introduce solids with confidence.

This month, we’re diving into travel hacks and tips, plus product recs and upcoming events.

TRAVEL TIPS FOR BABIES + TODDLERS

We’re headed on our annual cross-country summer trip to visit family, and like most parents, I know that feeding on the road (or in the air) can feel like its own adventure. Here are some practical tips for both babies and toddlers:

Plan ahead — map out your travel day(s) and figure out which foods you can realistically pack versus what you may need to buy along the way.
Relax the schedule — travel days are not the time to stick rigidly to feeding windows. Be flexible and follow their cues.
Loosen up the menu — especially if your baby is just starting solids and still getting most of their nutrition from formula and/or breast milk. If all you can manage are fruit/veggie/meat pouches for a day, that’s okay! We love Once Upon a Farm and Serenity Kids.

Keep quick options handy — yogurt or cottage cheese cups, pre-cut fruit, or blender muffins can be lifesavers.
Hydration matters — for older babies and toddlers, pack cut-up fruits and veggies like cucumber, watermelon, or berries to help keep hydration up in the heat.
Variety for toddlers — offer a mix of protein (cheese, nut butter, hard-boiled eggs), complex carbs (hummus packs, whole-grain crackers/bread), and produce (bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, apple slices) so there’s always something appealing in the bag that will also help keep them full and satisfied.

Remember, travel is temporary. Focus on connection, exploration, and making memories, not perfect meals.

PRODUCT RECS

🍽️ Ezpz

Our go-to travel placemat for any eating occasion. Use code LEA for 15% off.

🪑 Lalo

The new Hook-On Chair from Lalo makes feeding easy while on the road. It folds up and comes with its own carry bag, too.

🥜 Mission Mighty Me

Early and consistent allergen introduction is key to reducing risk. These organic nut puffs have simple ingredients and are a good snack staple.

FOOD FOCUS

Nothing says summer like corn on the cob. It’s naturally sweet, a whole-grain with fiber, an excellent source of vitamin C for children ages 1-3, and ready in under 15 minutes.

How to serve:

6 months: Cut the cob into thirds, so that each piece is about 2 inches, and let baby gnaw on it after cooking — great for sensory play and teething. (Loose kernels cut off the cob can be a choking hazard at this age.)
9–12 months: Continue offering the cob, which can be cut slightly larger now as baby can hold bigger pieces.
12+ months: Serve as desired. Full cob, shaved off kernels, mixed into dishes, etc.

Remember, each little eater is unique. Adjust food textures to match their skills, not just their age.

Travel tip: Cook cobs ahead, cut into smaller pieces, and pack in a cooler for an easy grab-and-go option that is great for keeping little hands occupied.