{"id":35547,"date":"2016-12-02T11:31:41","date_gmt":"2016-12-02T03:31:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/?p=35547"},"modified":"2017-11-30T10:24:32","modified_gmt":"2017-11-30T02:24:32","slug":"packing-winter-holiday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/2016\/12\/packing-winter-holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"Packing for a Winter Holiday (Kids’ Edition)"},"content":{"rendered":"

All Mommies will concur that packing for vacations for the entire family is no laughing matter, much less packing for winter holiday. How are we supposed to pack light for cold weather travel when we need so many items to keep us toasty? We\u2019re leaving for Hokkaido this week for our first snow trip and after several weeks of planning, I’ve finally completed my packing list.<\/p>\n

The Key to Packing Light <\/h2>\n

The key to packing light for Winter holiday is layering.  Always start with a base layer of thermal wear (e.g. UNIQLO HEATTECH), followed by a long-sleeved fleece top. The goal here is to dress in something that keeps our bodies snug and warm.  This will be what people see us when we\u2019re indoors (e.g. having meals or browsing in shops). For outdoors, layer it with a cute cardigan, sweater, fleece jacket or a parka.  If the temperature is more extreme, add an additional layer in the form of an insulated outerwear jacket, preferably with a hoodie which offers wind and rain protection.<\/p>\n

For bottoms, start with a base layer of HEATTECH leggings\/tights, followed by the fleece\/warm-lined pants or jeans. Pair it with a good pair of insulated socks and waterproof boots and we are almost ready<\/a> to go.  Boots will keep the tiny feet warm, offers better grip in snow. I ordered Kamik boots for both my kids from Amazon (so much cheaper than to buy them locally!) had them shipped to Singapore via MyUS<\/strong><\/a>, is #1 in the industry, with over 11 million packages shipped since 1997. It took them less than a week (from ordering online to physically receiving the delivery at my doorstep). You can sign up for a FREE MyUS Premium Member<\/strong><\/a> to try out their service!<\/p>\n

\"myuskamikboots\"<\/p>\n

What Goes Into The Kids’ Luggage<\/h2>\n

Here is a snapshot of what we\u2019ll be bringing to keep the kids warm and comfortable in the frigid elements.<\/p>\n

\"packing-for-winter-girls\"<\/p>\n

For Dana, I\u2019ve packed:<\/p>\n

    \n
  1. Inner Wear: Kids HEATTECH Extra Warm Crew Neck T-shirts<\/a> (S$19.90)<\/li>\n
  2. Inner Wear: Kids HEATTECH Extra Warm Crew Neck T-shirts<\/a> (S$19.90)<\/li>\n
  3. First Layer: Girls\u2019 Micro-Fleece Printed High-Neck T-Shirt<\/a> (S$14.90)<\/li>\n
  4. First Layer: Girls\u2019 Micro-Fleece Printed High-Neck T-Shirt<\/a> (S$14.90)<\/li>\n
  5. Bottoms: Kids HEATTECH Extra Warm Leggings<\/a> (S$19.90)<\/li>\n
  6. Bottoms: Kids Warm Lined Stretch Jogger Pants <\/a> (S$29.90)<\/li>\n
  7. Outer Layer: GAP Down Belted Parka<\/a> (S$128.00)<\/li>\n
  8. GAP Pro-Fleece Sherpa Hat (S$24.95)<\/li>\n
  9. GAP Pro-Fleece Tech Gloves (S$16.95)<\/li>\n
  10. Outer Layer: Girls BlockTech Fleece Coat<\/a> (S$59.90)<\/li>\n
  11. PJs: Girls Disney Project Micro Fleece Long Sleeve Lounge Set <\/a> (S$19.90)<\/li>\n
  12. Bottoms: GIRLS Skinny Fit Jeans<\/a> (S$19.90)<\/li>\n
  13. Ski Wear: Marmot Ski Jacket and Pants (bought from Campers’ Corner SG<\/a>)<\/li>\n
  14. Shoes: Kamik Snowday Winter Boot<\/a> (USD39)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    \"packing-for-winter-boys\"<\/p>\n

    For Buddy, I\u2019ve packed:<\/p>\n

      \n
    1. Inner Wear: Babies Toddler HEATTECH U-Neck Long Sleeve T Shirt<\/a> (S$12.90)  <\/li>\n
    2. First Layer: Babies Toddler Fleece High-Neck Long Sleeve T-Shirt<\/a> (S$12.90)<\/li>\n
    3. First Layer: Babies Toddler Fleece High-Neck Long Sleeve T-Shirt<\/a> (S$12.90)<\/li>\n
    4. First Layer: Babies Toddler Fleece High-Neck Long Sleeve T-Shirt<\/a> (S$12.90)<\/li>\n
    5. Bottoms: Babies Toddlers Warm-lined Pants<\/a> (S$29.90)<\/li>\n
    6. Bottoms: Babies Toddler HEATTECH Leggings<\/a> (S$12.90)<\/li>\n
    7. Bottoms: Babies Toddlers Warm-lined Pants<\/a> (S$29.90)<\/li>\n
    8. Outer Layer: KIDS STAR WARS Light Warm Padded Parka<\/a> (S$49.90)<\/li>\n
    9. Outer Layer: GAP Cold Control Max Puffer Jacket<\/a> (S$88.00)<\/li>\n
    10. Kids HEATTECH Knitted Gloves<\/a> (S$14.90)<\/li>\n
    11. PJs: Babies Toddlers Long Sleeve Pajamas<\/a> (S$19.90)<\/li>\n
    12. Kids HEATTECH Knitted Cap <\/a>(S$14.90)<\/li>\n
    13. Socks: Boys HEATTECH Socks<\/a> (2 Pairs, S$12.90)<\/li>\n
    14. Shoes: Kamik Footwear Snowbug3 Insulated Boot<\/a> (USD38)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      For space concerns, I’ve vacuumed-packed the bulkier outerwear in compression bags which I bought from Daiso. This helps to minimize space by removing air from our luggage. To ease the frenzied morning routines (and to prevent the luggage from being ransacked unnecessarily), I’ve pre-packed each day’s clothing according to the itinerary in these nifty Ikea zip-lock bags. This way, Daddy and Dana know exactly which zip-lock bag to zoom in each morning without having to rely on me when I am getting the toddler ready.<\/p>\n

      \"wintervacaypacking\"<\/p>\n

      Added to the luggage are the usual medicine kit, toiletries, Buddy’s diapers, milk power, sunscreen, aloe vera gel and moisturizer (as the sun\u2019s reflection off the snow is strong even on cloudy days – up to 80 percent of the sun\u2019s rays can penetrate clouds). I also sneaked in a surprise for the kids: a Snowball Maker<\/a> which I shipped in together with the boots using MyUS<\/strong><\/a>. The kid’s luggage is finally about done, now onto the adult’s! Excuse me while I go get busy. If you’re also travelling this month, I wish you a safe and happy holiday!<\/p>\n

      \"snowballmakermyus\"<\/p>\n

      <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      All Mommies will concur that packing for vacations for the entire family is no laughing matter, much less packing for winter holiday. How are we supposed to pack light for cold weather travel when we need so many items to keep us toasty? We\u2019re leaving for Hokkaido this week for our first snow trip and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":35574,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":true,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[232,411,24,323,25,410,416,282],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/WinterVacayPacking2.jpg?fit=1140%2C761&ssl=1","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p59hHF-9fl","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35547"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=35547"}],"version-history":[{"count":35,"href":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35547\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":35591,"href":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35547\/revisions\/35591"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/35574"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=35547"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=35547"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=35547"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}