Ep 1: Flying with Kids: Ultimate Travel Tips for Stress-Free Skies

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Episode Description

Thinking about traveling with your children but worried about the potential chaos? This episode is your ultimate guide to stress-free family travel. We speak to an experienced mum of two who shares her top tips for planning, packing, and enjoying your trips, whether it's a weekend getaway or a long-haul adventure. Discover how to keep the kids entertained, handle unexpected challenges, and create lasting memories. Tune in for practical tips and inspiring stories that will make you excited for your next family adventure.

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Episode Summary

Travelling with Kids

Janette, a seasoned long-haul flyer, has flown multiple times with her two kids. In our conversation, we explore the challenges and strategies for flying with kids, emphasizing that it is not as daunting as it seems.

Specifically:

• Preparation is key: Proper planning and preparation can significantly ease the stress of flying with kids.

• Night flights: Opt for night flights to align with children's sleep schedules.

• Essential items: Pack necessary items like snacks, toys, and medications.

• Flexibility and patience: Be ready to adapt and stay calm during unexpected situations.

• Handling ear pressure: Ensure children are sucking on a bottle, dummy, or breastfeeding during takeoff and landing to alleviate ear pressure.

• Luggage and essentials: Airlines are generally accommodating with baby items like bottles, formula, and baby food.

• Entertainment and toys: Use small, engaging toys like suction spinners and sensory toys for toddlers, and iPads and in-flight entertainment for older kids.

• Handling motion sickness: Have essential oils like Jessen for upset tummies and avoid too much sugar to prevent hyperactivity and potential sickness.

• Nappy changing: Use pull-up nappies for older babies to make changes easier.

• General advice: Stay calm, accept help, and expect the worst to prepare for potential issues.

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Lucy Dalton

Mummy, Nurse and Podcaster

A passionate nurse and devoted mummy, Lucy brings her wealth of experience and heartfelt stories to the Real Mummy Podcast. Join her as she inspires and empowers fellow parents with relatable, real-life tales that resonate deeply and offer genuine support.