Traveling with Kids

Make the trip easy to enjoy with all the kids along!

Diapers on the Road: How to Use Diapers on a Long Trip

I have 4 young kids and we love road trips. We travel by car for every vacation. There comes a time on every trip when someone needs to go to the bathroom. I have a few great strategies that work for us, maybe they can work for you.  Children who are potty trained should not…

17 Ways to Stay Busy on a Road Trip

Road trips are great adventures, but what can you do to pass the time during those long hours in the car? Take advantage of the long hours available in the car to build skills or knowledge, it is also a great time to build relationships with your travel buddies. Podcasts, audiobooks, audio courses, crossword puzzles,…

Are Road Trips Good For Kids? Amazing brain growth!

Is it good for kids to be in the car for miles and miles on a family road trip?  If your family took family vacations, I bet lots of the cherished or embarrassing family stories are about things that happened on vacation. Why are there so many memories from time away from home?  Novelty.  Novelty…

How Many Outfits Do I Need for a Road Trip? A handy chart

My family and I are avid road trippers, and I still struggle with how many outfits to bring for each member of the family. This summer we took a 2 week trip and the clothing was a disaster! I got it all wrong!  Unless space is severely limited, bring one outfit for each day. Families…

Hotels Vs Camping on a Road Trip: Which is best for a family

When planning a long road trip, lodging is the first thing I plan. For our recent trip it ended up being the largest cost, so it makes sense to look for the cheapest option.  Camping is a better option for large families who will have to use 2 hotel rooms. This not only cuts down…

Covid Positive Birth Story | Third Trimester Covid

I gave birth in October of 2020, and I tested postive for Covid while in labor. ‘ I am not a medical professional. This story is intended for entertainment purposes only. Please discuss any concerns you have with a trusted health professional. I wanted to share the story for other moms who may have the…

Best Toys for a Toddler on a Road Trip

I know WE are planning a ROAD TRIP this summer. With 4 kids in the back seats we like some entertainment! My Rules for Entertainment on the Road: Save the screens I am so thankful for all the options we have to entertain the kids on a road trip, but I like to save the…

Camping with a Toddler

Pack up the kids and let’s get camping!  This spring and summer are rumored to be HUGE for camping! RVs in short supply Campsites booking up fast The itch to travel becoming unbearable It’s a perfect storm.  Planning a camping trip with toddlers is a great idea, its going to be awesome mama! I am…

Two students work together over a book

Education Options for Roadschooling

There are more families traveling the world than you might think. These families educate their kids on the road or around the world with virtual, traditional, classical and unconventional methods! If you are dreaming or planning a long term vacation you may be wondering how to keep the kids on track!  What does schooling while…

Create A Family Bucket List

Creating a family bucket list is a great way to pre-plan the next few years of vacations and will make sure everyone gets to satisfy that deep wanderlust.  You can start by downloading this free printable to make this happen! Start by having everyone in the family make their own list Have everyone in your…