Attending a Wedding with Your Baby: Tips from JOONE Parents

1. Pack Smart: Think "All-in-One" for Your Baby

To enjoy the wedding stress-free, it's best to be prepared—without feeling like you're moving your entire house.

Opt for multifunctional and travel-friendly baby essentials. For example, bring a small pack of wipes for quick changes, a 3-in-1 baby wash, and other compact necessities. If you're staying overnight, simplify things as much as possible by choosing a hotel that provides a crib, so you don’t have to bring your own.

If you do need to bring a travel crib, consider ultra-practical foldable models that open and close in just three seconds and come with a removable changing mat.

2. Find Your Comfort Zone at Night

To ensure a smooth night (or nights) during the wedding, take inspiration from what you packed in your maternity hospital bag. A nightlight and nursing pillow can be lifesavers—you won’t regret bringing them!

Recreating a familiar sleep environment for your baby will help them doze off peacefully. And if you're breastfeeding, your nursing pillow will keep you comfortable.

3. Protect Your Baby from Loud Music

The wedding couple has planned a fantastic band and a great DJ… but babies are extremely sensitive to loud noises, as they don’t instinctively protect their ears from high volumes. Noise exposure can also disrupt their sleep.

To safeguard your baby’s delicate ears, stay as far away from the speakers as possible or consider bringing noise-canceling baby headphones.

Good to know: The World Health Organization recommends a maximum of 30 decibels for quality sleep and advises against noise levels exceeding 45 decibels.

4. Stay Mobile During the Cocktail Hour

The wedding cocktail reception is set in a gorgeous 18th-century château garden? Amazing… except your stroller might struggle to navigate the elegant gravel pathways.

The solution is simple: bring a baby carrier or wrap. The more mobile you are, the easier your evening will be!

5. When Evening Comes, Enjoy Yourself!

You’ve had your baby with you throughout the wedding, but now the party is in full swing, your little one is exhausted, and you’d love to enjoy the celebration a bit longer—totally understandable!

Consider letting your baby sleep in a quiet nearby room.

For convenience, mobile monitoring apps like "Baby Phone 3G" can save you from investing in a traditional baby monitor (which often has a limited range). With these apps, all you need are two phones—one to leave with your baby and the other to keep with you.

With these tips, you’re all set to enjoy the wedding while making sure your baby is comfortable and happy!