Underwear gives a child a clean, dry change during an evacuation, when travel, stress and missed bathroom stops lead to accidents, rashes and chafing. A few fresh pairs keep a child comfortable and healthy until you reach a safe place to do laundry.
Pack underwear that keeps your child clean, dry and comfortable through several days on the move, with room to grow between bag checks.
- Quantity: Pack three to four pairs per child so a three-day evacuation still leaves a spare for accidents.
- Fabric: Choose quick-dry, moisture-wicking synthetic or merino blends that dry overnight after a sink rinse.
- Fit: Size up one size so the pairs still fit when you check the bag six months later.
- Comfort: Look for flat seams and soft, tag-free waistbands that keep skin free of chafing on long walks.
- Storage: Seal the pairs in a zip-top bag so they stay dry, and reuse the bag to hold worn ones.
- Potty training: Add training pants or a few pull-ups if your child is still learning, since stress and travel often bring setbacks.
