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Over Land, Sea and Rail
Exploring the World With Your Newborn in Tow
By Jamie Moore
The first time Jill Strunk of Denver, Colo., traveled on a plane with her infant, her mind flashed horror stories of angry passengers glaring at the screaming baby. But fortunately, once supportive seatmates put her at ease, she relaxed and started thinking of the eight-hour trip as an opportunity to spend quality time with her son. The flight was a breeze. Nicklas deserved a gold star and so did mom.
How did she do it? A bag of tricks, a bag of snacks and a fearless attitude toward making a fool of herself. (Think singing the ABCs next to a business suit with a laptop.) So before setting out on your next trip – whether by plane, train, automobile or cruise ship – refill your bag of tricks with a few new ideas.
- Fun, interactive activities. Easy-to-pack items like cloth puppets are good for interacting and playing games.
- A new plaything. Not only will it capture your baby's natural curiosity, but it will hold attention longer than something familiar, lessening the amount of toys you need to pack. And remember, soothing music, such as classical, can help lull a baby to sleep.
Striking the balance between packing light and packing every toy in the box can be a challenge, especially for parents of a newborn. In his new book, Homedaddy (Push Pull Press, 2003), humorist author and father, Todd Pinsky, describes his travel role this way: "...to function as a sherpa for the expedition, carrying huge loads of baby-support equipment into hostile environments such as hotel lobbies, truck stops, and relatives' homes."
Want to see more?
- Parents' Essential Packing Guide: What to Pack When Traveling With Children
- Safety First: At Home and on the Road
- Flying With Babies and Toddlers
- Immuniz ing Children for International Travel: Exploring the World Safely With Your Children
- A Safe Ride: 10 Tips for Keeping Baby Secure in the Car Seat
- A Baby Abroad: International Travel With Infants Series
- Talk about it!
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