Comments on: 13 Tips for Packing Light with Small Children http://simplemom.net/packing-light-with-small-children/ Live intentionally. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 12:13:20 +0000 hourly 1 By: PUMA Little Kid/Big Kid Light Flight L Jr Sneaker | Puma Sport Shoes Online Store http://simplemom.net/packing-light-with-small-children/comment-page-1/#comment-146523 PUMA Little Kid/Big Kid Light Flight L Jr Sneaker | Puma Sport Shoes Online Store Wed, 12 Oct 2011 21:04:46 +0000 http://simplemom.net/?p=161#comment-146523 [...] M US Little KidSKU:1020555Studio:PUMATitle:PUMA Little Kid/Big Kid Light Flight L Jr SneakerGiver her look a super-crisp finish in these smooth racing-inspired Puma Light Flight sneakers, Leat...re Puma side striping and logo accents add classic detail, Lace-up front, padded collar and tongue, [...] [...] M US Little KidSKU:1020555Studio:PUMATitle:PUMA Little Kid/Big Kid Light Flight L Jr SneakerGiver her look a super-crisp finish in these smooth racing-inspired Puma Light Flight sneakers, Leat…re Puma side striping and logo accents add classic detail, Lace-up front, padded collar and tongue, [...]

]]> By: travelling with kids http://simplemom.net/packing-light-with-small-children/comment-page-1/#comment-114515 travelling with kids Thu, 27 Jan 2011 21:05:19 +0000 http://simplemom.net/?p=161#comment-114515 Thanks for sharing your list. There are so many lists but there is always one little bit of information that makes it easier. I think the best bit of advice I got from the list is keep you expectations low, this can make a huge difference in mnay ways. Here are two things I like to ensure when we travel with our kids. 1. Small Bags - The key to packing light is keep the baggage small, you can always purchase etc bags on route if you find yourself in a shopping frenzy for the kids. 2. Like the bring one toy, pack 1 favourite toy plus forlong haul trips pack wrap a surprise gift that is small and give the gift to your child while travelling. To wins kids love surprises, and the gift will keep them entertained. (Pencils and a nice pad are great idea). Cheers J Thanks for sharing your list. There are so many lists but there is always one little bit of information that makes it easier. I think the best bit of advice I got from the list is keep you expectations low, this can make a huge difference in mnay ways.

Here are two things I like to ensure when we travel with our kids.
1. Small Bags – The key to packing light is keep the baggage small, you can always purchase etc bags on route if you find yourself in a shopping frenzy for the kids.
2. Like the bring one toy, pack 1 favourite toy plus forlong haul trips pack wrap a surprise gift that is small and give the gift to your child while travelling. To wins kids love surprises, and the gift will keep them entertained. (Pencils and a nice pad are great idea).

Cheers
J

]]> By: Autumn http://simplemom.net/packing-light-with-small-children/comment-page-1/#comment-108399 Autumn Fri, 03 Dec 2010 07:10:14 +0000 http://simplemom.net/?p=161#comment-108399 I love all these suggestions! I wanted to add my own, which have been lifesavers for us! -All my kids (age 1-15) have MP4 players that play videos...no dvd player and they all take the same charger! Great for cars or planes. -A power strip is a must for us, which prevents leaving charging cords in hotel rooms! I have one that has USB ports for all those devices. -An M&M or Airbourne tube is perfect for holding quarters. Combine with a ziplock of laundry soap (powdered, of course, if traveling by air) and a ziplock with dryer sheets and you can pack HALF as many clothes for the family! Almost all US hotels have coin-op laundry available. -Most cities large enough to have an airport also have a Wal-mart. Anything you find that you NEED, you can buy along the way. -Think small for toys. We never leave home without an inflatable beach ball and those baby nesting cups. I've seen a toddler play with a beach ball in the hotel pool, hotel room and even in the airport during a particularily frustrating delay! Those stacking cups can be blocks in the hotel, bath toys, and best of all, sand castle molds on the beach! Inflatable and nesting are a great way to go! -A good rule of thumb: Mommy should always have one hand free. If you can't push your stroller, pull your luggage and push the elevator button, you've got a problem! Use backpacks and such so that Mommy (or Daddy) ALWAYS has a free hand. -My final tip, especially if you are traveling with older kids who are "carrying their own weight"...everyone is excited to pull/carry their carry-on at the beginning of a trip--but 5 days later on the way home you may find yourself packing three suitcases and a seven year old who is a puddle of tears. Splurge for the extra money to check EVERYTHING but the bare essentials on the way home! ;) Who cares if your dirty laundry is a day late! I love all these suggestions! I wanted to add my own, which have been lifesavers for us!
-All my kids (age 1-15) have MP4 players that play videos…no dvd player and they all take the same charger! Great for cars or planes.
-A power strip is a must for us, which prevents leaving charging cords in hotel rooms! I have one that has USB ports for all those devices.
-An M&M or Airbourne tube is perfect for holding quarters. Combine with a ziplock of laundry soap (powdered, of course, if traveling by air) and a ziplock with dryer sheets and you can pack HALF as many clothes for the family! Almost all US hotels have coin-op laundry available.
-Most cities large enough to have an airport also have a Wal-mart. Anything you find that you NEED, you can buy along the way.
-Think small for toys. We never leave home without an inflatable beach ball and those baby nesting cups. I’ve seen a toddler play with a beach ball in the hotel pool, hotel room and even in the airport during a particularily frustrating delay! Those stacking cups can be blocks in the hotel, bath toys, and best of all, sand castle molds on the beach! Inflatable and nesting are a great way to go!
-A good rule of thumb: Mommy should always have one hand free. If you can’t push your stroller, pull your luggage and push the elevator button, you’ve got a problem! Use backpacks and such so that Mommy (or Daddy) ALWAYS has a free hand.
-My final tip, especially if you are traveling with older kids who are “carrying their own weight”…everyone is excited to pull/carry their carry-on at the beginning of a trip–but 5 days later on the way home you may find yourself packing three suitcases and a seven year old who is a puddle of tears. Splurge for the extra money to check EVERYTHING but the bare essentials on the way home! ;) Who cares if your dirty laundry is a day late!

]]> By: Minimalist Mailbag: Traveling Light with Kids | Minimalist Moms http://simplemom.net/packing-light-with-small-children/comment-page-1/#comment-100373 Minimalist Mailbag: Traveling Light with Kids | Minimalist Moms Fri, 12 Nov 2010 23:15:52 +0000 http://simplemom.net/?p=161#comment-100373 [...] see if someone has access to a playpen so you don’t have to bring one. Simple Mom has some great travel tips in this article and mentions that most hotels offer pack-n-plays for available as [...] [...] see if someone has access to a playpen so you don’t have to bring one. Simple Mom has some great travel tips in this article and mentions that most hotels offer pack-n-plays for available as [...]

]]> By: Alison Currie http://simplemom.net/packing-light-with-small-children/comment-page-1/#comment-95803 Alison Currie Sun, 22 Aug 2010 16:41:00 +0000 http://simplemom.net/?p=161#comment-95803 just a side note on the ziplock bags - I too have a love/hate rel'p with them. I love to use them, hate to trash them. My solution? Once used and mucky for whatever reason I invert them and throw them in the washing machine with my clothes and then reuse them (not for food though). I hang them up to dry (don't put them in the dryer - they'll melt). There are just so many uses! just a side note on the ziplock bags – I too have a love/hate rel’p with them. I love to use them, hate to trash them. My solution? Once used and mucky for whatever reason I invert them and throw them in the washing machine with my clothes and then reuse them (not for food though). I hang them up to dry (don’t put them in the dryer – they’ll melt). There are just so many uses!

]]> By: Aimee http://simplemom.net/packing-light-with-small-children/comment-page-1/#comment-95351 Aimee Tue, 03 Aug 2010 12:04:14 +0000 http://simplemom.net/?p=161#comment-95351 I would also suggest that if you have a smart phone, become aware of the different applications and functions it has. We are able to pack much lighter by using ours as a baby monitor (yep, it's great!!!) ; GPS (just with free googlemaps - no talking, but it does the job); playing audiobooks; DVD player for our 3 year old on longer trips; special games for when we're stuck in traffic etc; laptop for internet research of places where we are travelling; and keeper of checklists and itineraries. Just one small piece of equipment with so many funtions, saves us a lot of space when packing, just don't forget the charger! I would also suggest that if you have a smart phone, become aware of the different applications and functions it has. We are able to pack much lighter by using ours as a baby monitor (yep, it’s great!!!) ; GPS (just with free googlemaps – no talking, but it does the job); playing audiobooks; DVD player for our 3 year old on longer trips; special games for when we’re stuck in traffic etc; laptop for internet research of places where we are travelling; and keeper of checklists and itineraries. Just one small piece of equipment with so many funtions, saves us a lot of space when packing, just don’t forget the charger!

]]> By: Explore Manila » Blog Archive » Pack Light when Traveling with Children? Yes, It’s Possible! http://simplemom.net/packing-light-with-small-children/comment-page-1/#comment-71529 Explore Manila » Blog Archive » Pack Light when Traveling with Children? Yes, It’s Possible! Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:10:18 +0000 http://simplemom.net/?p=161#comment-71529 [...] Yes, you read it right. It is possible to pack light when you travel with little kids. How? Here are some 13 tips written by SimpleMom. [...] [...] Yes, you read it right. It is possible to pack light when you travel with little kids. How? Here are some 13 tips written by SimpleMom. [...]

]]> By: Angela http://simplemom.net/packing-light-with-small-children/comment-page-1/#comment-71466 Angela Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:54:44 +0000 http://simplemom.net/?p=161#comment-71466 I am planning our first vacation with our son (he will be 16months old when we go). We will be heading to Washington DC. You have some really great ideas. Thanks!!! .-= Angela´s last blog ..<a href="http://wilson-family-adventure.blogspot.com/2010/02/benign-keratosis-update_20.html" rel="nofollow">Benign Keratosis Update</a> =-. I am planning our first vacation with our son (he will be 16months old when we go). We will be heading to Washington DC. You have some really great ideas. Thanks!!!
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]]> By: Big Trips with Little Kids: Yes, it can be done | Baby Shopping Ideas in the Philly Outer Rim http://simplemom.net/packing-light-with-small-children/comment-page-1/#comment-66669 Big Trips with Little Kids: Yes, it can be done | Baby Shopping Ideas in the Philly Outer Rim Tue, 05 Jan 2010 02:33:07 +0000 http://simplemom.net/?p=161#comment-66669 [...] About a year and a half ago I wrote about more tips on traveling in general with kids. [...] [...] About a year and a half ago I wrote about more tips on traveling in general with kids. [...]

]]> By: Tips for Traveling with Small Children http://simplemom.net/packing-light-with-small-children/comment-page-1/#comment-65572 Tips for Traveling with Small Children Mon, 14 Dec 2009 06:02:06 +0000 http://simplemom.net/?p=161#comment-65572 [...] About a year and a half ago I wrote about more tips on traveling in general with kids. [...] [...] About a year and a half ago I wrote about more tips on traveling in general with kids. [...]

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