On the Road
We’re longtime travel lovers, and combining our knowledge as parents from all over the world and from all walks of life, here are our best baby and toddler travel tips.
Whether you’re on a road trip or heading to the other side of the world, these tried and true tips are what we learned the hard way so that you don’t have to.
What is a Family Restroom and Who is it For? (And NOT for?)
To some, the glorious one-room family restroom is a spacious opportunity for a cushy, private bathroom. To others, like those who really need the privacy, have a family, or have a disability, it is a complete necessity. Who should be able to use the family or all-gender restroom and who should not? Plus, what are…
40 Tips for Skiing with a Toddler
When I think of my favorite childhood memories, skiing with my siblings and my parents always rises to the top of the list. Skiing together as a family is a tradition we carried forward into adulthood, and the memories have only became more special. So when my husband and I had our first child, we…
Traveling with a Baby in Japan – Everything You Need to Know
Is Japan baby friendly? Absolutely. Does that mean it’s always easy to travel through with a baby? Not exactly. We just returned from two wonderful weeks traveling through Japan with our 6-month-old and while some parts of the trip were challenging, I think we did a pretty good job of successfully navigating four cities in…
A Cozy Air Mattress for Toddlers: Intex Kids Travel Bed Review
Once your child grows out of the pack-and-play, figuring out where they’ll sleep when you travel becomes a whole new obstacle. When our toddler son reached this hurdle, we researched multiple children’s air mattresses and settled on the Intex Kids Travel Bed. For well over a year now, it has served as a safe, durable,…
45 Tips for Traveling with Sick Kids (and Keeping Your Family Healthy!)
As a licensed physician assistant and mom of two, I’m always trying to keep our kids healthy so we can make the most of cross-country trips, holiday celebrations, and family gatherings. We’ve adventured far and wide with our children, so we’ve learned firsthand how to keep them as illness-free as possible for travel — and…
My Carry Potty: Travel Potty Review from a Mom with Experience
If you’ve gone through the beautiful, unique, and life-changing journey that is potty training, you know that not all potties are the same. Some are sized better for little bottoms, some are easier to use, and some are cute and fun (yes, I just called a potty cute and fun). After starting to train our…
Chicco LullaGo Nest Portable Bassinet: Honest Review for Home and Travel
In my experience, shopping for baby gear is mostly deciding what’s worth splurging for and what you can buy at a reasonable price. The Chicco LullaGo Nest Portable Bassinet is one of those items that’s enduring and easy to use, without a staggering price tag. It’s a great compromise between a full-size bassinet for the…
Toddler Beach Essentials: 50 Tips for Enjoying the Sand and Sun
Even if you’re a seasoned beach bum who could spend carefree days on end in the sun, preparing for beach time with your toddler is a whole new adventure. When we first started heading to the shore with ours, we quickly learned what we needed to bring make the day a success. Here are 50…
Is the BabyBjörn Bouncer Seat Worth It? A Mom’s Honest Review
Out of all the baby gear we own, the BabyBjörn bouncer seat is the one item I tell every expecting parent to add to their registry. It folds up for transport in a cinch, and it’s been a happy spot for our two babies to lounge in. In this comprehensive BabyBjörn bouncer review, I’ll discuss…
Is the Slumberpod Worth It? (NOT Sponsored Review)
Is the Slumberpod worth it? You’ve likely seen it on social media, thought it looked like overkill, then came back to it and wondered, is this actually the godsend they say it is? Or was that just my progression? After some deliberation, I bought one and tested it so that we an answer the question…
Is the Kolcraft Cloud Plus Lightweight Double Stroller Worth It? An Honest Review
Is the Kolcraft Cloud Plus Lightweight Double Stroller worth the $209.99 price tag? This is a seriously light, compact double stroller that costs less than many single strollers. While it doesn’t have much storage, which is my least favorite thing about it, this is an easy double stroller to grab and go for travel and…
How to Pump and Store Breastmilk when Traveling without Baby (Firsthand Experience)
As a traveling mom who often works on the road, every now and then I fly without my son, but naturally still need to pump breast milk while we’re apart. I had an opportunity come up about 2.5 months after my son was born to speak at a conference, and though I was worried about…
How to Survive Flying with a Baby (50 Tips!)
As a frequent traveler who had been to over 60 countries before giving birth, I wanted my baby to fit into my travel lifestyle. But would it be a terrible experience? I’ve heard babies crying on flights and I’ve watched parents struggle through the airport with a mountain of things. I didn’t want to suffer…
Convenient, Supportive, and Simple: Inglesina Fast Table Chair Review
As your little one gets older, they’re starting to sit on their own and pick up finger food to nosh on and enjoy. In addition to capturing those adorable pictures of avocado and banana mashes all over their face, it’s time to choose a chair for them to join family meals at the table. With…
25 Tips for Flying with a Toddler
With low inhibitions, short attention spans, and big energy, toddlers might be the wildest travel buddies of all. As a mom of two who has flown multiple times with my infant and toddler, I’m here to tell you that you can survive (and enjoy!) the flight with your little ones. As you make your travel…
An Honest Ergobaby Omni 360 Review (From both Mom and Dad)
The Ergobaby Omni 360 carrier was the carrier I expected to love unconditionally. With glowing reviews from friends and the internet, it seemed like the only carrier we’d ever need. To be honest, I’ve had a love/hate relationship with it. Here’s everything to know before spending the money on this carrier: The Specs Is the…
20 Tips for Taking Your Toddler on a Road Trip
Even if you’re a road trip expert from your pre-parenting days, car travel with your toddler is a whole new undertaking. Stimulate your tot with basic toys and engaging activities in the car, or better yet, have them sleep for the trip! As a mom of two who has taken lengthy road trips with my…
