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It not only presents one with the chance of spending some precious moments with one's family but also is a thrilling experience for kids as they imagine themselves to be going in for an exciting adventure.
While travelling with kids is exhilarating, at the same time it can be stressful and challenging also if you do not do some planning.
Here are some tips and precautions that can make travelling with kids easy and a memorable experience! 1.
Before heading off for a long journey make sure that you get your car serviced, properly checked by the professionals.
Also try to have some handy knowledge like changing a tire in case of a puncture.
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Carry a basic first aid kit with bandages, detol, iodine, medicines, mosquito repellents and other essential things like body lotions, sanitizer, etc 3.
Carry a special bag containing your kids clothes, blankets, a thermos flask, extra nappies, diapers, a face cloth, and a couple of plastic bags which can be used as trash.
Always keep this bag ready and easily accessible.
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Carry plenty of snacks and drinks so that you don't have to take many snack breaks.
Try to opt for healthy snacks like dry fruits, biscuits, some homemade food items, some chocolates.
Try avoiding eating random roadside stuff.
In case you have a toddler, always carry its formula food.
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Keep yourself and your kids always hydrated with water and fluids to maintain water balance in the body.
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You can keep your children engaged by bringing along some activity books like sticker books, puzzle book or games etc.
Carry your child's favorite music Cd's.
Stop at every 3 hours to let your kids stretch their legs.
Bring along a ball or a Frisbee for some quick relaxation and easy exercise.
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Ensure that the child safety lock is activated when you are driving.
Another important thing is to fasten the seat belts.
They may feel uncomfortable wearing it initially but it will save them from any kind of sudden jerking.
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Make sure nothing can fly loose that can hinder you while driving or hurt your children.
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If possible, stop at service stations or rest areas with children's playground or playrooms.
It will increase the kid's enthusiasm and serve as a break from incessant travelling.
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Most importantly maintain a positive attitude.
Travelling with kids requires a lot of patience.
At times you may get tired answering their never ending questions - why, how, when, etc but try to think of the world from their perspective as for them everything around may seem very new.
Always give them that space.
Enjoy every single moment that you spend with your family and especially with your kids.
Because these exquisite moments will permanently get added to your life's memorabilia.
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