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The Secret Disney Vacation Packing Tricks (From a Mom Who Just Got Back)

Take note. Here’s exactly what to pack for Disney.

Spring break is coming. Warmer weather. Vacation. And like thousands of families, you’re starting to plan the trips you’re hoping to take. Disney is an iconic family vacation spot, of course, so if that’s where you’re headed, we’re here to help you plan. One of our own Tinybeans moms just got back from Disney World. Literally, just two weeks ago she was touring the park with her husband and two young kiddos (we saw the pictures!). So who better to ask exactly what we’re supposed to pack for Disney? In short, she knows. So we’re about to let you in on all the secrets, tips, and tricks.

These are the things we wouldn’t have thought of. We’re guessing you might not have either. Planning a Disney vacation is essentially like a full-time job all on its own. Things are bound to slip through the cracks. Using this list of goodies from a mom who knows as a basis, you won’t miss anything! In other words, consider us your fairy godmother of travel plans. Whether you’re finishing up your packing, or just starting, we promise this roundup of must-have products is going to help. So bippity-boppity-boo, we’ve done the work for you! Take out your checklist, Mouseketeers. Here’s exactly what you need to pack for Disney vacations!

The Family’s Packing List

Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 All-Terrain Double Stroller

Supports children up to 50lbs per seat and meets Disney size requirements!

Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 All-Terrain Double Stroller ($699.99)—Buy Now

Universal Rain Cover for Side by Side Baby Stroller

Also available in a single seat stroller size!

Universal Rain Cover for Side by Side Baby Stroller ($29.88)—Buy Now

PBnJ Clip n Go Stroller Hooks

Full rubber grips prevent these hooks from dinging and scratching, too!

PBnJ Clip n Go Stroller Hooks ($12.98)—Buy Now

AMACOOL Battery Operated Stroller Fan With Flexible Tripod Clip

It gets warm in the park. Really, really warm. This stroller fan is really easy to adjust and use in places other than just the stroller!

AMACOOL Battery Operated Stroller Fan With Flexible Tripod Clip ($23.19)—Buy Now

LOVELEDI Portable Power Bank Set of 2

Don't get caught with a dead phone! How are you going to capture all the memories that way?

LOVELEDI Portable Power Bank Set of 2 ($19.99)—Buy Now

Ponchos Family Pack

3 adult ponchos and 2 ponchos for the kids!

Ponchos Family Pack ($12.99)—Buy Now

Alpine Spring Water

Order this and have it shipped to the hotel. We're serious. Because otherwise you'll spend $300.00 on bottled water over 5 days. We did it. Learn from us.

Alpine Spring Water ($24.29)—Buy Now

Annie's Homegrown Variety Pack

The individual pouches are a must!

Annie's Homegrown Variety Pack ($12.99)—Buy Now

Boogie Hand Sanitizer Spray

These travel so well, too.

Boogie Hand Sanitizer Spray ($5.99)—Buy Now

Packing Cubes

This set keeps you organized (yay!) and includes a cosmetic bag and shoe bag! You might want to grab a couple, actually.

Packing Cubes ($24.99)—Buy Now

babygoal Wet Dry Bags

Gotta have a place to put those bathing suits, right?

babygoal Wet Dry Bags ($12.95)—Buy Now

Sukeen Cooling Towel

Instant cooling! Just wet with water, wring out, and snap for up to 3 hours of cooling. No chemicals, so everyone can use it!

Sukeen Cooling Towel ($12.79)—Buy Now

YETI Rambler Half Gallon Jug

We cannot stress enough: you. will. get. thirsty. And cold water is much better than warm, right?

YETI Rambler Half Gallon Jug ($100.00)—Buy Now

Mom’s Packing List

HOKA Bondi 8 Sneakers

We seriously can't stress the comfort of these sneakers. Nothing compares. (If these aren't up your alley, we have a list of the best mom shoes right here!)

HOKA Bondi 8 Sneakers ($165.00)—Buy Now

BIRKENSTOCK Arizona Big Buckle

If you've never tried a pair of these iconic sandals from BIRKENSTOCK, you really should. They're so, so comfortable and they last forever!

BIRKENSTOCK Arizona Big Buckle ($160.00)—Buy Now

Loungefly Princess Mini Backpack

Walk around the park in princess style with this adorable backpack!

Loungefly Princess Mini Backpack ($70.00)—Buy Now

LANUL Belt Bag

You've seen the viral belt bag everywhere, but this one is 1/3 of the price of the other one. It also comes in a bunch of colors!

LANUL Belt Bag ($13.99)—Buy Now

drybar Detox Dry Shampoo

This is one of the best dry shampoos out there! It's also unlikely you'll want to wash your hair every day—you want to have as much time at the park as possible.

drybar Detox Dry Shampoo ($26.00)—Buy Now

MILK MAKEUP Mini Hydro Grip Setting + Refreshing Spray

Keep your skin from getting parched in the sun (you're wearing sunscreen, though, right?) and refresh your complexion with this Setting + Refreshing Spray!

MILK MAKEUP Mini Hydro Grip Setting + Refreshing Spray ($21.00)—Buy Now

Lilly Pulitzer Belden T-Shirt Dress

The photo ops are nonstop, and nothing says Florida quite like Lilly Pulitzer. Match with your little and throw on some canvas sneakers!

Lilly Pulitzer Belden T-Shirt Dress ($108.00)—Buy Now

Lilly Pulitzer Girls Mini Belden Dress ($64.00)—Buy Now

iuga Workout Dress

Three words: built. in. shorts.

iuga Workout Dress ($35.99)—Buy Now

GAYHAY 3 Pack Biker Shorts with Pockets

Pockets make everything better, and biker shorts prevent the dreaded thigh chafe! 

GAYHAY 3 Pack Biker Shorts with Pockets ($19.99)—Buy Now

Women's Ankle Running Socks

These are breathable, comfortable, and you'll reach for them all the time.

Women's Ankle Running Socks ($13.95)—Buy Now

Baby & Toddler Packing List

Disposable Bibs

Normally, we wouldn't suggest disposable if it can be avoided, but when you're in the park, you can't do a load of laundry, and you'll likely eat more than once during the day. This way, your little one's clothes are protected and you don't have to stuff a dirty or wet bib back into the bag.

Disposable Bibs ($9.99)—Buy Now

Munchkin Arm & Hammer Disposable Changing Pads

Same reason as the disposable bibs. We aren't making it a habit, but they're a must at Disney.

Munchkin Arm & Hammer Disposable Changing Pads ($6.29)—Buy Now

Disposable Placemats

Picnic tables, picnics, etc. These disposable placemats go a long way in mitigating messes!

Disposable Placemats ($9.99)—Buy Now

Readability

What if you could improve their reading during long flights and keep them entertained? Sneak in some educational screen time and you have Readability! Readability uses AI-interactive technology to keep kids engaged, allows you to track their progress through the platform, build vocabulary lists, and foster a lifelong love of reading!

Readability—Sign Up Now

Melissa & Doug Water Wow! Color With Water Pads

Whether you're road tripping or flying, these are a great mess-free way to keep the kids entertained! Coloring with water makes them reusable, too. 

Melissa & Doug Water Wow! Color With Water Pads ($21.05)—Buy Now

Folding Travel Potty Seat

What are public toilets? Wide. Keep their little tushies dry with this folding travel potty seat!

Folding Travel Potty Seat ($14.99)—Buy Now

Post-Its

Airplane entertainment hack. IYKYK.

Post-Its ($7.37)—Buy Now

Mumba Baby Ear Protection

Airplane noise, fireworks. These will definitely come in handy.

Mumba Baby Ear Protection ($20.95)—Buy Now

Little Kids Disney Mickey Mouse Light and Sound Musical Bubble Wand

These are $40.00 in the park and everyone has one. Save yourself the money (and the tantrums!) and snag them before you go.

Little Kids Disney Mickey Mouse Light and Sound Musical Bubble Wand ($14.95)—Buy Now

Toddler & Preschooler Packing List

Over The Ear Headband Headphones

No one wants to listen to their iPad except for your kiddos. And they won't fuss about these headphones being uncomfortable!

Over The Ear Headband Headphones ($17.99)—Buy Now

Autograph Books

Fill these books with the autographs of all the cast members!

Autograph Books ($18.99)—Buy Now

Kids Disney Fanny Pack

They'll need a place for their treasures, of course.

Kids Disney Fanny Pack ($11.98)—Buy Now

RuffleButts Girls Woven Kaftan Pom Pom Poncho Swimsuit Cover-Up

The pom poms are kinda the best part of this!

RuffleButts Girls Woven Kaftan Pom Pom Poncho Swimsuit Cover-Up ($28.00+)—Buy Now

Disney Princess Dress Up Trunk

Save over $100.00 and BYO dress-up!

Disney Princess Dress Up Trunk ($34.99)—Buy Now

Buzz Lightyear Classic Toy Story 4 Child Costume

BYO dress up!

Buzz Lightyear Classic Toy Story 4 Child Costume ($19.99+)—Buy Now

Kiddo Suitcase

Even if they don't bring anything that makes sense, they need their own suitcase!

Kiddo Suitcase ($53.64)—Buy Now

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