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The Ultimate Guide to Traveling with Kids
Whether you're hitting the road or flying the not-so-friendly skies, the potential hassles are numerous. Unfortunately, we can't lower gas prices, give you more space on the plane, or make your fussy, bored toddler suddenly interested in the scenery. But we can arm you with entertainment ideas, survival strategies, and practical advice to help you plan so getting there really is half the fun.
Long road trips with kids aren't always fun fests. But they are doable, and at times even enjoyable. As Shelly Rivoli, author of the blog TravelsWithBaby.com, says, "The vacation begins the minute you leave the house." Our tried-and-true tips:
- Pack one small bag that contains clothes for the next day, an extra change of clothes (for spills), PJs, a toothbrush, and anything else you need for that day and night. It will be much easier to grab that than paw through the big suitcase.
- Take your toddler's blanket and pillow if there's room. This is extra important if your road trip includes an overnight stay. Kids like their own stuff, particularly at bedtime in a strange place. If your child is out of his car seat, he may nod off more easily if he puts the pillow against the window and rests his head against it.
- Babies and toddlers drop, spill, and spit up. Keep a roll of paper towels and a box of wipes in the front seat for easy cleanups. Keep a garbage bag handy too.
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They clearly say it, IF the trip required a overnight stay... no one is compromising child safety, but its a good tip about the blanket around their neck :)
8/13/2011 08:14:59 AM Report Abusevery very helpful! Wished I had came across this earlier. Took my son on a long coach ride home and he threw up all over us. Thinking it was the journey home, I didn't pack any extra clothes for him! Disaster!
8/13/2011 07:57:23 AM Report Abusevery helpful tips!!! I was freaking out not knowing what should I bring with me, and reading this article helped me relax a little...Thank you!!
7/28/2011 01:38:37 PM Report AbuseHi bonjourc2, I think maybe the author meant that if your child is already out of their carseat. I don't think she meant to say you should take them out. At least that's the way I read into it.
3/5/2010 07:38:04 AM Report AbuseI'm a little reluctant about the author's 2nd suggestion about talking the child out of their car seat and letting them sleep with a pillow against the window as this will compromise their safety. Better yet, buy a child-size neck pillow or roll a towel and tuck it snug around their necks to give them better support for snoozes in their car seats.
3/2/2010 02:06:58 AM Report Abuse