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[jdawsonrn]

Hello! Does anyone have any tips about taking Diapers? We are flying and space is limited as I'm trying to check only 1 bag. Thanks

[SarahJ]

We usually mail a box to our resort containing diapers, wipes, snacks, etc. Then in our luggage we pack just enough for a couple of days in case our package isn't available right when we check in. Once we had to wait a day while they located our package, fortunately we had enough supplies to manage.

[jagmom08]

I am thinking of ordering thru Garden Grocer or picking some up after we get in, since we are renting a car. So then I would just bring enough in our luggage for that day plus some extra.

[mamapajama]

I have ordered diapers from diapers.com and had them shipped to my hotel. They arrive in a day or 2 and if you spend over $50 you get free shipping. I add things like swim diapers to bring the total up to $50. We are staying 1 night at pop & then switching to SSR so we have a full kitchen so this time we are renting a car for the one day, driving ourselves to the hotel & then to SSR the next day & we will go to walmart & get our dipes & food & stuff. But if you will not have a car, diapers.com is the way to go.

[lesabrowning]

In the past we have just stopped at a local retailer to pick up baby supplies, obviously we had a rental car. If you do not have a car, I second the idea of sending a box down with baby supplies. I use Fed Ex and have zero problems. (UPS delayed our packages on two previous trips and they do not move packages on weekends, so we switched to Fed Ex) Just be sure to pack extra diapers and formula or snacks for the plane, more and more flights are getting delayed. On my flight last week a dad with a baby ran out of wipes and was walking the plane asking other parents for baby wipes. (it was funny, but I was traveling with just my 7 year old and I was the one with the extra wipes...LOL)

[Eeyoresmom]

We've shipped a box of baby supplies and we've also purchased some off property. Last time, I just took an extra suitcase for toys and supplies . . . but shipping is easiest if you don't have a car. If you do have a car (and it sounds like you will), there is a really nice Walmart not too far from WDW.

[Griffin]

You can go shopping when you get down there, or ship a box down like suggested. Otherwise, you could check another bag filled with diapers and things that will be used up during the week then use the bag for souvenirs on the way home!

[SARH7]

Originally Posted by Griffin

You can go shopping when you get down there, or ship a box down like suggested. Otherwise, you could check another bag filled with diapers and things that will be used up during the week then use the bag for souvenirs on the way home!

I agree. Luckily for us, we've never had to limit our checked baggage. Last time we flew Jetblue and bought our tiks before they started 2nd bag fee, so we were allowed 2 per person. We're flying Southwest this time...first 2 bags are free! I debated on Garden Grocer last time instead of bringing diapers, wipes, etc...but everything cost more on the site than I can buy it at home with coupons (plus I prefer to use a store brand of wipes) then add the delivery fee.... didn't seem worth it to me.

[jdawsonrn]

Thanks everyone!!! Great suggestions. I think I may ship them down. That has to be cheaper than checking another bag.

[SARH7]

Originally Posted by jdawsonrn

Thanks everyone!!! Great suggestions. I think I may ship them down. That has to be cheaper than checking another bag.

I wouldn't be so sure...... It's amazing how quick the costs can add up on a box of stuff to ship...and diapers and wipes are VERY heavy!! I sell children's clothing on ebay every once in a while and sometimes it costs $10 just to ship a small box.

I found this chart for bag fees: Airline baggage fees chart Most are about $25 for a second bag (and I'm APALLED that Jetblue and Southwest are the ONLY two airlines that don't charge for the first bag!! Southwest is the only airline giving you 2 free bags). But anyway, I honestly wouldn't doubt you'd pay close to $25 to ship it USPS or FedEx anyway.

[eff051102]

Originally Posted by SARH7

I wouldn't be so sure...... It's amazing how quick the costs can add up on a box of stuff to ship...and diapers and wipes are VERY heavy!! I sell children's clothing on ebay every once in a while and sometimes it costs $10 just to ship a small box.

I found this chart for bag fees: Airline baggage fees chart Most are about $25 for a second bag (and I'm APALLED that Jetblue and Southwest are the ONLY two airlines that don't charge for the first bag!! Southwest is the only airline giving you 2 free bags). But anyway, I honestly wouldn't doubt you'd pay close to $25 to ship it USPS or FedEx anyway.

I also sell on eBay and I use flat rate boxes which are great if you are sending
multiple items.

USPS has flat rate boxes and you pay one price no matter the weight of the
box. I would do a "test pack" of a box with items you are wanting to have with
you. Take it up to the post office and a UPS or FedEx shop and ask them how
much to ship it. Yes it's some work, but if you ship just what you will need/use
then you won't have to ship anything back home when your trip is over. I would
also include a large foldable bag in the box that you would use for on trip home
for any suvoniers that you buy.

[lesabrowning]

I shipped my family's entire vacation wardrobe (a really large box) from CA to WDW in January (I never bring luggage) and it was $37 via UPS. I always use UPS or Fed Ex. If a package is over 2 pounds, the USPS will be more money.

[lesabrowning]

I forgot to add... if you ship UPS or Fed Ex you should print the labels from home. Just open an account online. It is MUCH cheaper to ship yourself rather than walk into a UPS Store. (generic boxes can be bought at Staples)

[hockeyguysmom]

This is all really good info. We used to pack the diapers & wipes so that on the return we would have extra room in the luggage for souveniers!

[5SOXFNZ]

I always pack them when I travel and have never found it to be over cumbersome.

This past trip I took 10 diapers in my carry-on then had an additional 25-30 in my
luggage. I didn't feel they took up any extra space (I just count it as "underwear" for my two year old!! LOL!!) I also packed 10 swim diapers. I packed 5 of us in two suitcases for 9 days. I just like to know that it's the brand and type and size I use. I pack them "just out" of the packageing and they are always really compact. I find if I try and pack ones from my diaper bin it's too hard (did that make any sense???? I know Mom's will understand!! They sort of "fluff up" after you take the plastic wrap off!! LOL!!)