Whether you are welcoming a new grandchild in Lagos, supporting a sister with a newborn, or sending clothes for nieces and nephews who keep growing, children’s items are some of the most popular things families ship from Canada to Nigeria. They are also items where safety and timing really matter.
Here is a warm, practical guide to shipping baby items and children’s essentials from Calgary to Nigeria.
What Families Commonly Send
- Baby clothes, blankets and swaddles
- Children’s clothing and shoes for the next size up
- Toys, books and learning materials
- School bags, stationery and lunch boxes
- Baby carriers and other gear
For anything you are unsure about, especially baby food, formula, medicines, creams or battery-powered toys, check with Yumee Express before you buy or pack. Some of these items may be restricted or have special rules.
Think Ahead About Sizes
Children grow fast, and your shipment needs time to travel. Buy clothes and shoes one size up so they still fit when they arrive and for some months afterwards. For school items, find out what is needed for the coming term before you shop.
Planning the rest of your shipment? See how to pack fragile items and how to label and document your shipment.
Packing Baby and Children’s Items
Keep it clean
Pack baby clothes and blankets in clean, sealed plastic bags to keep them fresh and protected from dust and moisture.
Protect toys and books
Wrap toys with small parts so pieces do not get lost. Pack books flat and tight so the corners do not bend.
Handle bulky gear smartly
Items such as baby carriers or folding gear are often bulky but light. Take them apart where possible, wrap each part, and fill empty spaces with soft items like clothes. Remember that bulky items can affect cost through volumetric weight, so pack them efficiently.
Declare battery-powered toys
Toys with batteries may have special rules, particularly for air freight. Tell us about them before you pack.
Safety First
When choosing items for little ones, pick products from reputable shops with clear labels. Keep the original packaging and safety information where possible, so parents in Lagos can read the instructions and age guidance. Avoid sending second-hand items that are worn, damaged or missing parts.
Sea or Air?
Air freight
A good choice when a baby is due soon, for a christening or naming ceremony, or when items are needed quickly.
Sea freight
Works well for bigger boxes of clothes, toys and books sent well in advance, especially when you are shipping for several children at once.
Not sure which to pick? Our sea freight vs air freight guide explains the options.
Label for Easy Sorting
If you are sending for more than one family or child, put each child’s items in a separate bag labelled with their name. Your receiver in Lagos will thank you.
Write a Clear Item List
List each item with quantity and value, for example “10 baby onesies” or “3 picture books”. Clear descriptions help your shipment move through customs smoothly. Our customs tips post shares more ideas.
Plan for Naming Ceremonies and Birthdays
Naming ceremonies, first birthdays and back-to-school dates are fixed. Work backwards from the date, ask us for current timelines, and leave a comfortable buffer, especially during busy seasons like Christmas.
Children’s Shipping Checklist
- Check any food, formula, medicine or battery items with us first
- Buy clothes one size up
- Pack items clean, sealed and labelled by child
- Protect toys, books and bulky gear
- Write a clear item list
- Book early for fixed dates
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I send baby formula or medicine?
These items can have special rules or restrictions. Please check with us before buying or packing them, so your box is not delayed.
Should I send clothes in the current size?
Buy one size up. Children grow quickly, and your shipment needs time to travel, so slightly bigger clothes will still fit when they arrive.
Little Packages, Big Smiles
There is nothing quite like the smile on a child’s face when a box from Canada arrives. With careful planning and packing, your love reaches the little ones safely. Message Yumee Express for help with your next family shipment.
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