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This post may contain affiliate links to products I love. Please see our full disclosure policy here. Most adults who travel frequently have heard that when hopping time zones, shifting your body and internal clock to the new local time upon arrival is the best way to acclimate. On the other hand, if you are a parent who is trying to get your baby to sleep while traveling, your baby or toddler may not agree with this pro tip! Not to fear, there are several steps parents can take to get their young children to sleep while traveling. If you are planning a trip for leisure as opposed to necessity, then you likely have some choice as to where you will travel. Luckily for us, there are ... read more

When my daughter was born, I was already living in California and my husband was finishing up a project in New York. He came to visit several times over the first few months, but when she was around 7 weeks old, I decided to take her to New York for my last few weeks of maternity leave. I was completely alone and had never traveled with a child before – let alone an infant! I usually like a challenge, but I was a bit terrified at the prospect. Here are the most important things I learned: Getting To and Through The Airport Here’s where having the most strategic luggage pays off big time. If you can make it was one big suitcase and a baby bag, you should be golden. Pack your and baby’s ... read more