Taking the first flight or embarking on a journey with kids to visit parents, siblings, and loved ones in another city can be overwhelming, especially considering the level of attention a child requires.
Keeping a child engaged with one activity for more than 20 minutes can be challenging, so we have compiled five essential items to have on hand when travelling with a child.
Check out the list:
- Snacks: First things first, snacks. Kids often throw tantrums when they’re hungry. To make everyone’s life easier when travelling with kids, pack small portions of healthy and colourful snacks to keep them happy and in good spirits.
- Comforters: Many kids are attached to their favourite blankets or soft toys. Having these comforting items ready can give you an extra 10 minutes of rest.
- First Aid: Kids will be kids-they may fall and scratch their knees, bump their heads, or have an accident when their diaper is off. Keep a well-stocked first aid kit, including wet wipes, extra diapers, band-aids, rash cream, and more.
- Arts & Crafts: Colourful items can easily capture a child’s attention. Bringing along arts and crafts supplies on your first vacation with kids can be incredibly helpful.
- In-flight Screentime: While many parents limit screen time during normal days, downloading educational games and videos can be a lifesaver during a flight.
Many activities can give parents a moment of relief, the items mentioned above are some of the most popular and parental-approved things to have on hand before embarking on a journey with kids. Next time you travel with kids, it won’t be the same with all these items checked off your list.
