You’d better make room in the suitcase for more than just toys.
Nothing was going right.
Our son was up in the night, seemed to have an upset stomach, and was generally cranky.
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“They’re a lifesaver,” she said.
“Very cheap paper ones, easy to put up and take down.
Sometimes we leave the shades there and people have said subsequent guests have appreciated them.”
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Ifthatdoesn’t work, use the ice bucket to keep bottles cold.
But that method becomes a problem when they want to go west.
So usually we just let them sleep and naturally adjust now."
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Proceed to clean bottles and pacifiers as you would at home.
Shtutin said she tries to bring as little of the bulky stuff as possible.
“If you are visiting friends, ask them for stuff.
I have lent high chairs to people I don’t know.
She adds that they try not to bring a ton of toys.
He said that includes being realistic about the itinerary.
He said they still bring a baby camera or monitor and a humidifier when traveling in the winter.
Travel With Tape
Seasoned travelers-with-babies say to keep a roll of painter’s tape in your suitcase.
and mount a video monitor to the wall.
I would rather feed them granola bars than have a meltdown at a restaurant.”
Or, it’s possible for you to turn a grocery run into an activity after you arrive.
“That buys you some time if your kid feels sick and the pharmacy is closed.”
“Just have to be vigilant,” said Sarah Shtutin.
This also has the bonus of letting us be able to relax a little."
Consider packing atravel-size carbon monoxide detectorfor an added level of safety.
An advance conversation with friends and family can help remind them to check for breakable things and choking hazards.
“I avoid rentals with stairs and easily accessible pools.”
