8 Proven Baby Sleep Training Tips That Actually Work
💤 Taking Sleep on Holiday: How to Help Your Baby Sleep While You Travel
Travelling with a baby or toddler can be magical… and messy. Between new sights, strange beds, and broken routines, baby sleep on holiday often becomes one of the biggest stress points for families.
But it doesn’t have to be. With a little preparation — and the right comfort items — your little one can sleep well even when you’re away from home.
Here’s how.
1. Stick to Some Sort of Routine
Even if bedtime is later than usual on holiday, keeping familiar rhythms helps babies feel safe. That means following your usual bath, book, bed routine or even just singing the same lullaby.
💡 Tip: Bring your usual bedtime book or playlist with you to keep things familiar.
2. Recreate a Familiar Sleep Environment
New places are exciting — and overstimulating. Try to recreate your baby’s normal sleep cues:
- Use the same sleeping bag or blanket
- Bring their comfort toy or white noise machine
- Keep lighting low and calm
At Cacchino, we designed our sensory sleeping aid whales to feel soft, familiar, and soothing — perfect for helping babies settle even in travel cots, hotel rooms, or grandma’s house.
3. Use White Noise or Soothing Sounds
Whether you're next to a busy pool or sharing a room with siblings, white noise (or pink noise) can block out disruptive sounds.
Frankie, Ben, and Taylor — our cuddly whales — play gentle white noise, lullabies, birdsong, and heartbeat sounds to help babies drift off, wherever they are.
4. Don’t Forget the Naps
Daytime naps are often missed or pushed late on holiday. Try to plan in at least one nap in a quiet, shaded space — or use the cry sensor feature on your sleeping aid to help them drift off in a stroller or car seat on the move.
5. Comfort Items = Confidence
When everything else is new, familiar objects give reassurance. A hand-sewn comfort toy that smells like home can be powerful.
✨ Our customers tell us time and again how much their baby clings to their Cacchino whale when they’re away from home.
6. Mind the Sleep Cues
Excitement makes it harder to spot tiredness — especially with older toddlers. Look out for:
- Ear pulling
- Rubbing eyes
- Meltdowns or clumsiness
Acting on these cues early can avoid overtiredness and bedtime battles.
7. Get Sunshine in the Morning
Morning light helps regulate a baby’s internal clock. Try to get outside after breakfast — even just a walk — to help them adjust to new time zones or reset after travel days.
8. Stay Calm If Things Go Off Track
One bad night doesn’t ruin everything. Babies pick up on your stress. If sleep isn't perfect on holiday, that’s okay — consistency will help once you’re home.
✨ Tried-and-Tested Travel Buddy: The Cacchino Whale
Whether you're headed to a hotel, a caravan, or grandma’s house, Cacchino whales are:
- ✅ Sensory-rich, with soft lights and soothing sounds
- ✅ Cry-sensor activated for comfort during naps on the go
- ✅ Tested for UK and EU safety standards
- ✅ Free from small parts or choke hazards
- ✅ Loved by babies and trusted by parents
They easily attach to cots, car seats, or strollers — and help bring the comfort of home on every adventure.
🌍 Real Parents Say:
"Frankie came to France with us — my daughter wouldn’t sleep without him!"
"So handy for naps in the car or during late dinners. The lights kept her calm."
"We packed Ben into the travel cot and she slept better than at home!"
Ready to Pack Calm Into Your Holiday?
Whether you're off to the seaside or staying with family, sleep doesn’t have to suffer. Take along a familiar friend, tune in to those sleepy cues, and give your baby the comfort they need to rest easy — wherever you are.
Want to help your little one sleep even better?
Check out our previous blog, “Top 5 Baby Sleep Myths UK Parents Should Know”, for more practical tips and myth-busting advice to improve your baby’s sleep!
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