The holidays, for some families, require traveling. Sometimes, it even means traveling together with the kids.
When you’re with kids, however, there are a lot of things to bring along. More so if you have a baby or toddler in tow. Apart from your own luggage, you also need backpacks, a stroller and a car seat among others.
So how do you ensure a safe and easy travel for all of you? Here we share some tips that will come in handy.
Your patience is very necessary. Tell yourself to keep calm and refrain from reacting too much when your kids throw a tantrum, complains or whines during your trip. Before you react, take a deep breath and think about what you have to say and be sure to talk in a soft voice.
Do bring along things that will keep your kids entertained. These can be new books and small toys. It might be a good idea to buy brand new ones if possible to keep your children glued to them. Remember that oftentimes, old toys no longer hold a kid’s attention.
Another option is to use some treats. These include candies and lollipops which you can give to kids when they get tired of their toys and books. It won’t do them harm especially if it’s a necessity.
If you have a baby, do not forget to bring along extra clothes for you and your child. You’ll never know when your baby will pee, poop or barf and you wouldn’t want to be stared at by other travelers, would you?
Keep these things in mind and for sure, you’ll end up a contented mom when you’re traveling even with kids.
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Originally posted on December 25, 2012 @ 1:36 pm
