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What's Your Worst Mommy Travel Story?
Forget snakes. I'm scared of babies on a plane — especially my own! A year ago, I would have felt confident passing on travel tips for flying with infants as my daughter was a dream baby barely making a peep for 6-hour flights.
Expectant Mamas Can Fly High Without Worry
Flying the friendly skies just got a bit less burdensome for expectant women. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has revised its recommendations regarding pregnancy and travel by air, deeming it safe for women who are not considered high-risk. According to the new recommendations:
Since 2001, "a number of observational studies have been published confirming that air travel is generally safe during an uncomplicated pregnancy.
LilSugar's Downloadable Travel Games for Labor Day Weekend!
Labor Day signals an end to Summer, but it doesn't stop the fun! Before you head out for one last hurrah on the open road, chugging down the tracks or taking to the friendly skies with your family, download LilSugar's fun travel games to keep the kiddos occupied on the journey. - Train Games — an I spy sheet and a train maze will keep your wee ones entertained while they whistle down the tracks.
- Road Trip Games — a cool coloring page and backseat license plate bingo allow parents to keep their eyes on the road and put the pedal to the metal while their kids busy themselves in the backseat.
- Airplane Games — a foldable paper plane and a tray table memory let mom and dad relax while families ride a mile high.
How Did Your Relatives Plan to Greet the New Arrival?
Your bags are packed and you're ready to go, but how soon can you get there? The birth of a first child is a momentous occasion that friends and family are eager to share with a new mom and pop. While some mamas would prefer to limit their hospital well-wishers, others are happy to spend their lil one's first few days surrounded by celebratory visitors.
Chugga Chugga Choo Choo! lilsugar's Train Games
All aboard! Pack your bags and whistle down the tracks with your tots! lilsugar has new downloadable train games that parents can print out before they head to the railroad station.
Airplane Zingers For Traveling Broods
Traveling with youngsters is no easy feat, especially when mama is the only adult in her party. Though the time on board is usually short, a screaming infant and scowling travelers in a cramped space can make it seem like an eternity. When all of the words of travel wisdom have failed, fellow flyers often make their displeasure known with less than complimentary comments.
Mommy Dearest: Family Assigned Separate Seats on Flight
Mommy Dearest,
We recently returned from a short vacation and traveling home was a nightmare. Our flight was canceled and my husband, son and I were put on a different flight — all three seats were in separate rows. The customer service agent told us the flight attendants would move people so at least one parent could sit with the child.
Six Travel Friendly Sleeping Options For Tots
It's sisterhood of the traveling tots! Mamas who are packing up their babes for Summer vacations should check out their wee one's sleeping accommodations before hand. While most hotels provide cribs for vacationing babies, others may leave it up to the visitor to provide the amenities themselves.
Need a Break? Book a Girlfriend Getaway
Pack your bags and don't look back. When some mothers need a break from their daily routine, they plan a night out with friends. Others look for a more extended escape, they gather their friends together for an overnight retreat.
Nine Ways to Non Voyage!
There's one thing the economy can't affect and that's a family's level of fun. If budget cuts and pink slips have you grounded this Summer, use a bit of imagination to staycation at home with the kids. Whether your children are interested in a sand and sea getaway, boarding a cruise ship or exploring America's big cities, we've got tips and tricks for how you can give them any and all of those experiences while getting a lot of bang for your buck.
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