Backpacking and Hiking with a BABY

We've learned a few things about backpacking and hiking with a baby so I decided to whip together a quick video telling you everything we know so far. It's always a work in progress and we're certainly not perfect, but there is a learning curve to it.
If you're looking to start a family, currently have one, and want to get outdoors with them for an adventure or two, this video is for you!
Our First Backpacking Trip:
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Deuter Kid Comfort Pro Review:
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👋 My name is Emory, and I love helping people learn how to backpack, so I've dedicated this channel to offering practical tips and techniques, down-to-earth perspectives on gear, and general outdoor commentary to help you improve your experience in the backcountry.
Emory, By Land
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[@RachealWalker]

"Be patient"! Yes! and persevere. We took our babe out for the first time at 2 weeks old and I had a melt down because I thought she had heat stroke. Now that I know her better I realize she was just so relaxed by the outdoors she was sleeping really hard. Every time she is in the carrier now she sleeps hard and I can relax and hike. She is 9 months old now and I want to go backpacking but I am not sure about sleeping situations. Thanks for all the tips.

[@lemku3318]

Most newborns snooze off outdoors... In seconds..for hours!!!missin that time...

[@anapadilla7193]

this is sooooo helpful. thanks so much for the info. will def look into that carrier.

[@highcountrybaby860]

I like your video. I always like to see how other people pack for their babies. See if someone has a better idea!

[@EmoryByLand]

Thanks!!!

[@balupot]

Happy to have found your channel via the deuter carrier review! :) would love to see a similar video to this about how you plan, pack and do an overnight trip with the baby. What she sleeps on and so on! :) Keep it up guys!

[@EmoryByLand]

Glad to hear you like the videos! I'll start putting on together detailing how we approached our backpacking trip with her. Great suggestion!

[@balupot]

@@EmoryByLand Can´t wait man! Also, the tip about the snacks man...can´t be overstated but easlily forgotten. The most important small thing with hiking with small kids! :)

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

I like your tips. Nice video and channel. I have watched a number of your videos, nice work. Subscribed. ✌️

[@EmoryByLand]

Thanks so much!

[@adamsimonow]

Awesome video. Thanks man

[@EmoryByLand]

Thanks so much!

[@vivianc6260]

Thank you for shared the tips.:)

[@EmoryByLand]

You're welcome!

[@lemku3318]

I wonder if anyone here tried vaude butterfly? Because i bought a used one...cant find a suitable sunshadow.... Also i find it uncomfortable it aint got da front soft pad as it does with a normal backpack...i wonder why??? Im still in the process of fixin my tummy postpartum into normal one.... So the extra softening would really help... Basically i have to walk without the belly strap.... Also i dont know why but in the city he just refuses to sit in the carrier versus countryside... And he s never been there more than 10-15min if any... Longest was 20 i think...

[@basialubigotowac5515]

Great video! Our baby is 8 weeks now but we are already looking forward to hikes with her. For now only long walks with a baby stroller. Can you recommend brands for the baby fleece/rompers for hiking?

[@EmoryByLand]

Hey! Sorry for the late response. As far as brands go, my wife said it’s whatever she can get her hands on. I think Carter’s has some good options and you can save a lot of money by buying sizes ahead when you need them. Aside from that, see what is on Amazon.

[@EmoryByLand]

Also check out Columbia Sportswear

[@bradleykearns]

Great video! We have a 7mo and we're itching to get out into the wild with him. I loved your other video where you guys went backpacking with your little girl when she was 9mo. I have a question about naps - at home did your baby nap in daylight or darkness? We fear ours won't go down well in a bright setting because we've been quite strict about naptime in the dark! Thanks again!

[@EmoryByLand]

Glad you liked it! My wife and I avoid having our girls nap in the dark during the day for this exact reason (not just foe backpacking though). We don’t do black out curtains, but we do turn the shades down so it’s not crazy bright. We also do our best to have them nap outdoors when feasible so they learn they can sleep in various conditions. We aren’t calculated about it or have some grand playbook, but we do make the effort to NOT have them napping during the day in the dark.

[@bradleykearns]

@@EmoryByLand Thanks for the quick reply - I suspected as much, I worry going outdoors and napping in the daylight might be a big challenge. We'll have to wait and see!

[@EmoryByLand]

I think you’ll be surprised how well they sleep outside even if it’s bright out. Try doing some backyard naps at first. Also, they’ll sleep when you’re tuckered out!!

[@bradleykearns]

@@EmoryByLand Yeah we're certainly going to start acclimatizing him to prepare! Thanks for inspiring us to get out!

[@jasimatiyeh]

Have you done any overnight trips? Curious how it went if you did.

[@EmoryByLand]

Hey sorry for the late reply here. Yes! We did go overnight and it worked out great. I have a video on the channel you can check out documenting the trip.

[@nicolereadstarot]

I have twin 19 month old boys and we just go camping not backpacking but I'm trying to find a way to keep them from running off. Any review videos of kid sleeping setups?

[@EmoryByLand]

I don’t have any videos out on sleeping setups yet. Are you talking tents or bags?

[@BiciTandoOficial]

🚴‍♂️🇲🇽

[@jalpapatel4071]

Great tips! One question, at what age kids generally out grow the kids carrier? Is it a good investment after 2 years of age?

[@EmoryByLand]

I think it's still a good investment. My little girl still rides in ours and it's there just in case even if she doesn't want to ride in it. I'd imagine I'll be carrying her for a little while longer so yeah, I think it's worth it.

[@play4alley]

Great video but what about diapers!!!???

[@trishmorgan62]

Yes, I came here with the same question!

[@nevercomoestas7464]

Thank you very much for the video. Very useful info. I just wanted to add that the other day I saw a webinar of a physiotherapist specialist in baby wearing and she said that the backpack carriers are never ergonomic for the baby because the knees are not above the hips and the baby's back do not for a C.

[@EmoryByLand]

Interesting! I think it's safe to say that keeping a baby in there for hours and hours would be a bad idea in general. It's likely best to give breaks to the child just like you do for yourself.

[@joeh773]

Still carrying her around like that in 2021? Wondering what is the practical lifespan of such carriers, it's advertised upto 5yo 50lbs, that seems like a lot to me, out of shape dad :)

[@EmoryByLand]

Nope! She's now almost 3 and we have another little girl who's about to turn 1 who is riding in the pack. She now walks down the trail on her own!

[@joeh773]

@@EmoryByLand thank you for your reply!

[@EmoryByLand]

You bet!

[@HardyBunster]

You shouldn’t be thinking about backpacking if you have a baby. You need to get your priorities right. 🤷‍♂️

[@EmoryByLand]

😂. Oh Hardy, you’re silly. Thanks for watching!