Baby and Child Kit

Organized by age group. Every child in the household has different needs — plan specifically.

Infants (0–12 months)

Item Quantity Priority
Formula7-day supply (current type)CRITICAL
Sterile water for mixing1 galCRITICAL
Diapers10/day planning baselineCRITICAL
Baby wipes3 packsCRITICAL
Diaper rash cream1 tubeIMPORTANT
Infant acetaminophenWeight-appropriate doseCRITICAL
Infant thermometer1CRITICAL
Medical food (if prescribed)2-week supplyCRITICAL if applicable
Immunization records1 copyIMPORTANT

Toddlers (1–3 years)

Item Quantity Priority
Toddler meals + pouches3-day supplyCRITICAL
Diapers/pull-ups10/day if still in diapersCRITICAL
Toddler pain relieverWeight-dosedCRITICAL
Extra clothing2 changes per dayIMPORTANT
Comfort object1 chosen itemIMPORTANT
Prescription medications7-day supplyCRITICAL if applicable

School-age (4–12 years)

Item Quantity Priority
Prescription medications7-day supplyCRITICAL if applicable
OTC pain reliever + fever reducerAge/weight appropriateIMPORTANT
Immunization recordsFor temporary school enrollmentIMPORTANT
Small personal backpack (child packs)Their items + ID note insideIMPORTANT
Books or games (child chooses)2–3 itemsRECOMMENDED
Comfort items (child chooses)1–2 itemsRECOMMENDED

All Ages — Documents

Item Quantity Priority
Photo of each childPrinted, currentCRITICAL
Birth certificates (copies)All childrenIMPORTANT
Health insurance cardsAll childrenCRITICAL
Physician name + contactWritten, not just in phoneIMPORTANT
Emergency contact noteIn child's backpackIMPORTANT

Reviewed April 20, 2026 against Ready.gov, the National Hurricane Center, FEMA, and state or local emergency management guidance. Use this checklist as a supplemental starting point, not a substitute for local instructions or the full guide.

Reviewed April 20, 2026 · HurricaneSupplyList.com