TRAVELLING WITH KIDS

Summer is here, many families are planning a family getaway. Traveling with kids can be a lot of fun, but it can also be a bit trying for parents, particularly when the kids are small. Small children often have very short attention spans, and they’re not able to become absorbed in reading a book for instance, to while away several hours of a trip. Trips are hard on kids of all ages, because most kids want to move around and do fun things. Smaller kids have the most difficult time with traveling though, because on short hour can seem like a whole day to them. So keeping them occupied while traveling can be a challenge.
There are many things you can do to help make traveling with kids a more enjoyable experience though. Some things work well for smaller children, while others are usually best for kids a little older.
1. CONSIDER PIT STOPS. When you’re traveling with kids,one very important part of any trip is the pit stops. These are even more important for young children, particularly those who are recently potty broken. You need to make every effort to stop at least once each hour when traveling, and let the kids go to the bathroom. it is also an excellent time to let them stretch their legs and and run a bit.
2. BRING HANDY TOYS. When you’re traveling with kids, there are things you can take along which will help make the time more bearable for both of you. Pack small toys, games and coloring books to help keep the kids occupied with activities for instance.
3. BRING FINGER FOODS & PLENTY OF LIQUIDS. Be sure to take plenty of extra liquids for the kids to drink, plus easy finger food snacks too. Eating may also make the kids occupied while traveling. But, I suggest, you avoid milk or chocolate drinks, some kids vomit when they drink those milk or chocolate while travelling.
4. TAKE EXTRA CLOTHES. Don’t forget to take extra clothes when you’re travelling with kids too, especially if your children are still quite small. They spill foods and drinks on themselves, and if they’re young enough they may have an accdent if a bathroom isn’t close at hand too.
5. BRING WASHCLOTHES AND EXTRA PLASTIC BAGS. Pack wet disposable wipes or a moist washcloth into a sealable plastic bag too, and cleaning faces and hands will be much easier while traveling. Extra plastic bags should also be at hand just in case kids tend to vommit along the way.
6. BRING A PILLOW. A pillow is very useful when the kids get tired and sleepy while on the road. It will make them rest comportably.