hiking yosemite with a newborn: what did we forget?
We’re about to take our two-month-old on his first big adventure—Yosemite! After weeks of hiking around San Diego with him, we feel pretty confident, but this trip feels like a whole new level. Our little guy is usually a champ on the trails, but I keep second-guessing if we’ve packed everything we need for him. Our list is already a mile long: diapers, wipes, merino wool onesies, fleece booties, a puffy jacket, midlayer, beanie, wet/dry bag for the inevitable diaper disasters, baby carrier, poncho, and even his favorite stuffed dog.
Still, I can’t shake the feeling that we’re missing something crucial. Maybe it’s just new parent nerves, but the idea of being hours away from the nearest store with a fussy baby is honestly a little terrifying. I keep thinking about the temperature swings in Yosemite and whether we’ve packed enough layers. Or what if we run out of wipes halfway through a hike? I’d love to hear from anyone who’s actually done this—what did you wish you’d brought along? Did you ever regret bringing too much or too little? We want to enjoy the scenery, not stress over forgotten gear.
And honestly, does anyone else’s baby go through more outfit changes in a day than a rock star on tour?
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