Traveling with Infants – 3 Tips for New Parents
Posted by Sarah on May 13, 2011 · Leave a Comment
Preparation is the most important asset for a successful vacation with children. When traveling with infants, most especially, parents should plan and go through the trip in their minds several times in order to anticipate the ways to make Baby more comfortable whether traveling by plane, by sea or by land. It would also help if the destination is also kid-friendly, meaning they offer both safety and fun for infants. There are several places in the US where combining both these factors are possible. Florida, home of Disneyland Resort and other theme parks are used to handling children of all ages. Pennsylvania, home of Hersheyland and Chocolate World is another kid-easy destination. There’s also Virginia, Yellowstone National Park and San Diego which are top picks as well.
For such a trip, here are a few tips in order to get you organized:
Tip 1: Prepare yourself physically
Especially when you plan to travel alone, be sure that you are in prime physical health when traveling with the baby. You are the most important factor in determining whether your baby is comfortable on the trip or not. Almost surely, you will have to multitask. Trivialities like carrying your own backpack, the baby’s bag, the baby himself and travel necessities will tend to take a toll on you and your physical well-being if you don’t prepare beforehand. Be sure you exercise regularly so you don’t easily tire during the trip itself.
Tip 2: Brief the Infants before the Travel
It’s difficult for infants to instantly change their routine for one trip alone. That is why it is important to slowly ease him in to the rigors of travel. Is he a wriggly and active kind of baby, for instance? Then practice guiding him to be still while you’re carrying him so that you won’t tire too easily or there won’t be any dangers of him wriggling out of your arms during the trip. If you’re planning to use a baby carrier, ease him into that as well. If possible, do test runs with him. Take him on short bus rides or short ferry rides just to break him in and see what his initial reactions are. This way, you are also able to anticipate any mishaps that might occur on that big trip.
Tip 3: Pack his Comfort things
Although you’re sure to be packed already, it would help soothe the baby if he has things he’s comfortable with close by. Some bring a security blanket. Others bring their favorite teddy bear. Still others would bring a pacifier or pictures of loved ones to give the child a feeling of security in the midst of a new environment. You will be surprised how this will be of use in many occasions.
Lastly, don’t forget to have fun with your baby along the way! Point out to him new things that are unique to your travels. Traveling together is a unique bonding experience that is truly priceless, so be sure to make every moment of it count.
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