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There's no sugarcoating it — traveling with kids can be stressful. But that shouldn't deter you from exploring the world with your family. In fact, I've been traveling with my kids — now 8 and 11 — since they were just 2 months old, and visited over a dozen countries with them.
Fortunately, with the right items in hand, traveling with kids isn't as hard as it seems. So in addition to the more obvious travel products, such as a lightweight and compact stroller, airplane-compatible car seat, and diaper bag, here's a must-have list of items to make the next flight with your kids as smooth as possible.
Keep all your kids' stuff organized and easily accessible with this Airplane Tray Table Cover with Pocket Organizer. With multiple slots for snacks, crayons, toys, and a water bottle, you'll have everything at your disposal. It also comes with a cover for the tray table when it's folded down, so your kids will stay germ free.
If your child struggles with motion sickness, the NEOISM Motion Sickness Glasses get rave reviews.
When your child starts to feel dizzy, have them wear these glasses. The liquid-filled circle creates an artificial horizon in their field of vision, minimizing the nausea.
From toddlers to big kids, headphones are a must-have, either to watch a show or just drown out the surrounding noise.
For the littles, the Bandou Original Toddler and Kids' Headphones are a great choice. Utilizing fleece material, the headphones remain comfortable even during a long flight. Plus, they come in many fun designs to get toddlers excited to wear them.
Then, when your kids get older, the LilGadgets Connect+ Wired Kids Headphones are a favorite in my household. The padding is quite comfortable, and with a daisy-chain connector, you can hook up multiple headphones to a single device.
Made with kids in mind, the earPlanes+ earplugs are designed to prevent ear pain, popping, and discomfort by reducing the changes in pressure during flight, especially at takeoff and landing.
To keep your child's head from flopping back and forth on their seat, it's a good idea to invest in a travel pillow. The BCOZZY Kids Travel Neck Pillow is a great option, as it's fully washable and has its own carrying bag.
My kids are fans of this pillow, which even comes in multiple sizes and colors. It'll help ensure your children are able to sleep on a plane — so that you can, too.
Give your child a lie-flat experience even in an economy seat with the Kooshy Kids Inflatable Travel Cushion.
Accepted by over 100 airlines, this cushion comes with a built-in rechargeable pump, and can inflate in less than 30 seconds. And when you're done with it, the cushion packs down to nothing and goes in its own carry-on bag.
If a member of your family has a window seat, the BEVLEDGE In-Flight Window Organization Station creates extra storage right in the window. It's a great place to keep your child's drink accessible and prevent spills. Plus, when not in use, the organizer folds flat, easily fitting into your travel backpack.
Hoping to occupy your child with a TV show or movie on a phone or tablet? The inexpensive Flight Flap Airplane Phone Holder keeps your electronic device in place for easy viewing. Attach it to the seat in front of you or rest it on your tray table, and you'll be set for hours on end.
Keep your child's hands free of germs with these individually packed Hand Sanitizing Travel Wipes. Toss them in your back pocket, diaper bag, or backpack, and you'll always have one at your disposal.
It's not always easy to make sure your child stays dry and crumb-free, but these disposable bibs can help.
These bibs are individually wrapped, making them easy to bring along with you on your travels. And with their long sleeves, you'll worry less about having to change your child's shirt mid-flight, or getting snacks all over the seat.
Kids aren't always great about keeping themselves clean from germs in the bathroom, which makes these Toilet Seat Covers a must have. The 10-pack should be plenty to cover your entire trip, including any public restroom visits during your vacation.
Kids have a short attention span, but fortunately, the Montessori Busy Board offers many activities to keep them entertained. Perfect for toddlers and young children, this board comes with 21 activities for your next flight.
Wikki Stix never lose their appeal, and have been a fan favorite for my kids throughout the years. Let your children's creative juices flow while staying occupied on their next flight. And best of all, there's no mess to clean up.
The Melissa & Doug On-the-Go Water Wow! mess-free pad allows your child to keep on drawing over and over again — with no crayons or markers needed. Just refill the water pen and the hidden drawing will be revealed!
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