Entertaining Babies and Toddlers on Airplanes

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You paid more for luggage than the actual price of your airfare, you shoved your over-large stroller through the security checkpoint, and you watched in resignation as your child did laps around the moving walkways. As the plane boards, most parents suffer some degree of anxiety about the potential public humiliation they will endure if their child throws a tantrum on the flight. Whether your flight is a puddle-jump across the state or an epic trans-Pacific voyage, you'll need a strategy to keep the little one(s) entertained. … [Read more...]

Destinations for Traveling with Baby

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It was a running joke amongst friends that our family moved every time I got pregnant. Though it was a daunting task to move babies from Michigan to northern California, to Colorado and back to Michigan in a 3 year period, the experience provided tremendous depth for sharing baby-friendly destinations. Cities When choosing a place to vacation with young children, consider visiting a city. Most large cities offer an abundance of activities for parents traveling with young children. Whether you enjoy zoos, aquariums, fabulous playgrounds, children’s museums or a variety of dining options, … [Read more...]