There are a few tips that will making traveling with infants and toddlers much easier and pleasant. When you are traveling it is important to remember that the regular schedule that you are able to control at home will be more difficult to control in the vehicle.
Getting an infant use to making long trips in their snugride car seat requires more than just putting them into the seat and taking off. Bring the car seat into your home and sit it near a window. Putting your infant into the seat and gradually extending the amount of time they spend in the seat will help them to get used to being in the seat. In addition, if you feed the infant in the seat, they will be prepared for being fed while in the car seat when you are traveling.
Infants are like adults, they don’t like major changes in their diet or schedule. When you are traveling with an infant that is use to eating freshly made organic food, they will not respond well to food that is bought in a store. Adding a small, travel size Hamilton Beach Food Processor to your supplies will allow you to make food while traveling. Many of these processors come with adapters that allow them to be plugged into the car lighter.
If you haven’t started using a spa baby, you will definitely want to look into getting one for your trip. These little tubs are perfect for traveling. They are small and you can put items in the tub during traveling, then help your infant relax when you stop for the night. This little tub does not take up the room of a regular bath, but is extremely comfortable for infants and is relaxing during bath time.
Taking a supply of water for your trip will be important. Water tastes different and contains different minerals in the areas where you will be driving. When water is changed it can cause upset stomachs and other reactions.
Water also affects the taste of food, juice, and other items that are mixed with water. Having water from home bottled and ready to use while on the trip will make the entire journey more comfortable for all of the travelers.
Another tip for making a trip with an infant or toddler fun and enjoyable is to include an article of clothing that has your scent on it. Placing a shirt or other article of clothing near your infant will keep them from becoming disoriented. Having familiar scents near them will help your infant from becoming distressed during the ride.