Traveling with a baby can be fun and stressful all at the same time! Babies need to get away just like we do…exploring different environments, cultures, people, different ways of life, etc. But there are some special preparations that we need to consider when taking the little ones with us! Here are 3 tips before you plan that trip!
1. Try to shift the schedule before leaving
A week before you go home, slowly shift your baby’s bedtime by 10-15 minutes each night to get ready for the new time zone changes.
2. Bring home with you
Remember to pack their familiar sheets, blankets, loveys, etc., and don’t forget the sound machine and the shusher for younger babies! You can also bring a couple of black trash bags (cut open), duct tape, or some kind of clips for the curtains to create a dark environment.
3. On the actual travel days
Try to stay on their schedule as much as you can, but when you are in the car, plane, etc., do whatever you need to do to keep them calm, busy & happy! In other words, the schedule will need to be put on hold for the travel days. (That’s for the sake of your sanity, as well as others around you, LOL!) Watch their sleepy cues closely and follow them. Make sure they get their naps in whenever and wherever, i.e., car seats, strollers, or even on you!
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