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Traveling with Your Toddler on a Family Vacation

Ethan Robinson is a passionate traveler and a dedicated family man. He continues to have more adventures together with his family, whether it’s a hiking day to the local scenery or a trip out of the country. He is also an online marketing strategist who works with local and international clients. Deftly combining his creative work and his passion for his family, he is currently partnering with Piggyback Rider, an innovative supplier of child carriers and family trip essentials.


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Family travel can be really trying with little kids. A lot of preparation is needed to make sure that things will go along smoothly, taking care that needs are met. Still, with good planning, you and your toddler can both enjoy the vacation with less hassle. Check out these tips to make your family trip easy and bearable for your little one and the entire family.

Keep a slower pace
Toddlers have a whole set of different needs that have to be taken into account throughout your trip. They have less patience in addition to a shorter attention span, and their bodily needs and whims are also things you need to anticipate. This is why you need to keep a slower pace on your trip to avoid sparking tantrums.

Parents know that their toddlers’ energy levels depend on several factors. One minute they might have you running around to keep up with their playful capers, while on the next they might be demanding to be carried around or be tired enough to go to sleep.

Have a realistic outlook
Planning a tight itinerary and trying to following through every detail might not work so well when you travel with your toddler. Make sure to have plenty of leeway so that you’ll be able to make room for different sets of needs. You might need to take a break every now and then to accommodate your kids’ needs, so be sure to anticipate and include that in your itinerary.

Incorporate your kid’s usual schedule
Toddlers usually have a set itinerary – for sleeping, eating, resting, playing and more. On your trip, it’s best to incorporate these routines and plan around them for an easier time. Try to travel when your little one is asleep or long after or before this time to eliminate cranky bouts. Mealtimes should also be observed, with plenty of snacks and toys on hand, especially your kid’s favorite playthings.

Brief your toddler beforehand
When it comes to things that might seem new for your toddler, such as a plane ride, it’s best to do a bit of preparation to ensure that everything will not seem too foreign. By doing this, you can help make the adventure even more thrilling for your little kid, making the trip twice the fun. 

Preparing your toddler this way may also potentially lessen the stress levels he or she might encounter. In addition, it’s important to keep yourself relaxed and calm, so that your toddler can take the cue from you and have fun as well on the trip.

Traveling with little kids on a trip with the family may seem challenging, but it is not at all impossible to succeed at it. All you need is ample preparation, anticipation, and a little bit of spontaneity to keep up with a toddler’s demands. With these things on hand, the entire family should be able to enjoy the trip together, with lots of memories to share.

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