Going Out to Eat With Baby

Going to a restaurant with a baby may seem almost impossible sometimes, but with the right tools it can be easy (or as easy as it can be taking a baby out to eat!).  Here's my list of must-haves that I always keep in my car:

 

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1) Shopping Cart/High Chair Cover - Yes, I am one of those crazy moms that puts their baby in these covers when going out anywhere.....but if you only knew the amount of germs those high chairs and shopping carts hold you would also do it!  And plus my baby loves to put her mouth on EVERYTHING so this is a must-have.  sAlso, it has loops where you can attach toys for your little one to stay entertained.  This is the one that I have for Sasha, but you can pretty much get any one of them and it will serve the same purpose.

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Disposable Stick-On Placemat (30 Count) - $14.99 at Amazon

2) Placemats - Sasha loves to eat by herself nowadays, which means that she eats with her hands.  I have to lay out the crackers, fruit, etc. in front of her, and it feels pretty gross for her to be eating off of the table at a restaurant.  The first placemat that is pictured above is a reusable rubber placemat that can be wiped clean, has suction cups on the back, a built in scoop that catches th inevitable messes, and rolls into itself for easy storing.  If you think that this is too much of a hassle, there are also the disposable stick-on placemats that are pictured above.  They come in a variety of different designs, and you can buy generic ones from Babies R Us or Target for less money.  Both great options!

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3) SippiGrip - I have TONS of these SippiGrip's in my diaper bag and at home at all times!  They are so great because you can attach them to any sippy cup, bottle, or toy, and then attach the other side to a high chair, stroller, or any other thing.  This way, when Sasha decides that it is hilarious to throw her cups on the ground, I don't have to get up and wash it.  They come in every possible color combination too :)

These are the main MUST HAVES, but I always am well prepared with lots of food, snacks, bibs,a sippy cup, and wipes.  So make sure that your baby has plenty to keep busy with so that you can have a nice time when you go out next time :)