Have you grown tired of listening to people go on and on about minimalism? I mean it’s everywhere – on Instagram, Pinterest, and in people’s way of life.
But being a stranger to the term, you must be asking one question, WHY? Why is it so much in trend, and why are people practicing minimalism every day? How does it make life any different?
Minimalism Trend
Well, there are many questions and we are going to provide answers to all of them. But, before we proceed let us reflect on what Minimalism is.
In simple words, minimalism upholds the very idea of, “Less is more.” The fewer things you own, the more sorted you will be in life. From your closet to home décor, minimalism is being applied everywhere because it has simplified a lot of things for people. It has made them reevaluate all their principles and values, and at the same time, it has made them reflect on their way of life.
That’s just the trailer here. There are plenty of benefits of minimalism, making it so popular these days. Let’s dive in and explore all the other reasons why people are choosing minimalist living!
5 reasons why minimalism is so popular right now
1. For the aesthetics
It all started from the art movements of the 1960s. Minimalism was a concept originating from art – paintings, sculptures, and aesthetic preferences. However, in recent years, the architecture and interior décor industry have borrowed a lot from it. Architecture and interior design’s concept of home minimalism focuses on simplicity, neutral color schemes, and of course “less is more”.
It prioritizes simplicity and subtlety by maintaining an even, neutral, warm, and light color scheme that significantly includes whites and nudes. While as for “less is more” when you have fewer things lying around the house, it boosts the aesthetics of your home. Your home no longer looks compact and stuffed; rather it feels spacious and elegant. At the most extreme level, this might look like a tiny house with a minimalist design.
At the same time, minimalism solves storage issues. I bet many of you think a hundred times before buying something.
You think, “Where would I keep this, my home already has a lot of things”
It goes by the simple logic, when you have fewer belongings; you would never again be bothered about storage. In addition to that, you would not have to add extra storage cabinets to store extra things and destroy the aesthetics of your home. The more storage cabinets your home has, makes it look more compact, and suffocating. You don’t want that and that’s what minimalism promises – a space, a kind of emptiness that makes the space much more breathable, classy and elegant all at the same time.
2. COVID Pandemic
Covid-19 has changed our lives for the worse. With millions of people suffering and thousands dying because of Covid, it has made us value life. And it is a reason that many people have adopted minimalism and changed the way they spend their money.
Life is precious, and you cannot buy it from the mall nearby. In the face of a pandemic, with suffering and death all around, material things don’t matter much. What matters is the health and safety of our loved ones and the people around us. Sadly, it took a pandemic for all of us to realize it.
Covid-19 has been no more than a wake-up call for most of us that happiness does not lie in a dress we can buy off the mannequin, but with people who we cannot live without.
It is one of the reasons why Minimalism is so in trend right now – it drives our focus away from materialism and consumerism, instead of towards the value of life, moments, memories, and experience. We can see this in the United States, with this trend of spending money on experiences abroad or with family and friends – versus spending on the fleeting joy of consumer items.
3. It helps us save money
Minimalism does not only contribute to the aesthetics of our homes but our financials as well. Especially for those with tighter budgets. It’s simple – as every purchasing decision affects our financial budget, every amount we save up by not buying unnecessary objects affects our overall savings.
Consequently, we can invest in other financial assets that only increase our investment portfolio and improve our financial standing. At the same time, it reduces our debts. With declining expenditure, we can channel money towards debt payment, reducing our overall debt.
4. Improves mental health
As Lord Budhha has remarked, “desires are the root cause of unhappiness”, we know how true it is. At some point in time in life, we all have been bothered and crestfallen about things we do not have.
Whether it is an advanced remote-controlled car, kids our age had, or a real car that every family has but ours. Desires never end as we age. We crave for this, and when we have it, we crave for another. It’s all a chain, and it never ends for most of us.
However, minimalism has helped people in this light. It has diminished their desires by making them satisfied with things they already own. At the same time, they do not wish to buy up quantities of things, thanks to minimalism.
In addition to that, with minimalism, people can free up most of their time. When we own less stuff, we do not have to spend hours managing and cleaning everything, and this way we can focus on things that we like to do.
All of this, the diminished desires, the opportunity to focus on moments, and free time, significantly aids in the improvement of our mental health.
5. Environmental concerns
With growing consumerism, we have significantly exhausted and exploited the earth’s natural resources. You might think that we are just a family of four, how does such a small number have a greater impact on the environment. But let’s open our eyes for a while, that there is always some effect, and we are responsible for it, – every person, every family.
Looking at it from an economical aspect, every product we buy, or every time we buy it, our purchasing adds to the demand, in other words, we create demand. An added demand adds to productivity, and more production leads to the exploitation of natural resources.
Likewise, the product we buy matters significantly. If we keep on buying plastic, we are jeopardizing the environment when we dispose of it. Plastic takes millions of years to get decomposed, and if it is burned, it releases harmful toxins into the atmosphere. And let’s not even get started on the waste produced by computers and smartphones. As well as the carbon footprint caused by personal computing, social media, and maintaining an online presence.
However, with minimalism and our controlled purchasing decision, zero wastage, and recycling and reusing, we are putting significantly less strain on the environment, and are doing our bit to save the earth’s natural resources. And let’s not forget even for a second that we must protect the environment which sacrifices itself for our needs. We owe earth at least that much.
That’s all we had to say. But I hope that you now understand why minimalism is so popular these days.
At the same time, I hope we have managed to make you understand and acknowledge the benefits of minimalism. We sincerely hope that you consider practicing it yourself if you have not already.
Hey there! We would love to hear your ideas and opinions about minimalism as lifestyle choice. Do you live a minimalist lifestyle? What do you think about minimalism? Has it helped you in any way? Let us know all about it in the comment section below.
Emotions make a human being. Your emotions allow you to vent your thoughts and feelings. It is the response to any kind of circumstance that affects you, and when you are attuned to your emotions, it can be really beneficial to you.
Even though emotions play an important role in our lives, too many emotions can wreak havoc on our mental and physical health. When our emotions start getting out of control, or rather, starts controlling us, it takes a great toll on our health and well-being.
It’s necessary to know when to temper your emotions to bring more balance into your life. Listed below are some ways with which you can regulate your emotions so that they don’t get out of hand.
How To Not Let Your Emotions Control You
1)Give yourself a little space
Sometimes, a situation can trigger our emotions to such an extent that we start to lose control of how we are behaving. This is when you need to create some distance between yourself and your emotions.
Blocking emotions and distracting yourself are two different things. When you block emotions, you avoid or repress them. But, feeling emotions is a good thing. You should not strive to forget about them completely.
When you give yourself a little space, you temporarily distract yourself from the emotion, only to revisit it later when you are in a better headspace. You might feel angry now, but you won’t feel as angry later.
Some ways you can create a mental distance between yourself and your emotions are:
a) Talk to a friend
b) Read or watch something funny
c) Go for a walk
2)Breathing exercises
When you feel too happy or furious, just slowing down and taking a long deep breath can help you regain control and composure. As well as prevent a possible emotional outburst.
Once again, the purpose of this is not to stop the emotion you are feeling, but to bring it under your control.
Deep breathing exercises can help you avoid any extreme reactions to the situation.
Take a deep breath in and then hold it while you mentally count to five. Then exhale as slowly and steadily as possible on the count of five. You can also use a mantra like ‘I’m calm’ to calm yourself down. Repeat the mantra over and over in your head and it will serve to lessen the intensity of your emotion.
3)Accept all your emotions
Often, when we have an extreme emotion, we tend to repress it instead of accepting it. This leads to bottled-up feelings that burst one day in a massive reaction, an emotional outburst.
This can be prevented by acknowledging and accepting all your emotions. When you can’t find a pen and you start hyperventilating, what do you do? You try to convince yourself that it’s just a pen, and it’s no big deal.
This is counteractive. By trying to convince yourself that this is not a situation you should have such emotions for, you are invalidating yourself. That simply doesn’t help in any situation.
Instead, start practicing how to allow yourself to feel intense emotions without blocking them. It won’t happen in a day or two, but with regular practice, you will be able to master it. And once you master it, you will be able to easily handle strong emotions without letting them affect you in some kind of huge reaction.
4)Maintain a mood journal
Journaling is a superb way to tap into your pent-up emotions. Writing down your feelings allows you to think deeper about them and helps you identify any distorted thought patterns or specific triggers.
Once you can identify which triggers get the most response out of you, you can then come up with ways to manage your emotions in that particular situation. Resulting in a healthy relationship between you and your emotions.
Journaling leads to better results when practiced daily. Maintain a mood journal where you write down whenever you feel an excess of any emotion, be it sadness or anger or even happiness. Write when you feel bad and when you feel good. The key is moderation, not repression. Maintaining this journal helps you to get in tune with all your emotions and seeing them from a different point of view. Plus, journaling is a great way to practice mindfulness.
Finally,
If your emotions are too unstable or you feel like you cannot get them under control, you should try talking to a therapist. There is no shame in asking for help when you need it. Once you learn how to balance your moods and feelings, you will feel much more in control of your life. Reclaim your life now, by dealing with your emotions in a healthy and positive way.
It’s normal to feel anxious, angry, or sad from time to time. This is a normal part of life. However, if you find that your emotions are constantly controlling you, it may be time to learn some emotional regulation strategies. Luckily, there are many different techniques you can try. Some people find that journaling or mindfulness helps them to control their emotions in the moment. Others find that cognitive-behavioral therapy or medication is more effective in the long term. If you’re not sure where to start, talking to a mental health professional can help you figure out which approach is right for you.
Learning how to control your emotions takes time and practice, but it’s worth it. After all, feeling calm and in control of your life is a goal worth striving for. I hope this article helps you in controlling your emotions better. What are your thoughts on the same? Feel free to drop your experiences and views in the comments below.
Now, especially is the time to let people shop and curate options for you to still purchase without leaving your home and an EverEve Trendsend box is top of mind.
Before the notion of Staying Home and Sheltering in Place, I decided to try out the Trendsend Subscription Box. If I would have known then (beginning of March 2020) what was coming, I may have been a little more serious about it.
Evereve Trendsend Box Review
How Much is a Trendsend Box?
After your first box, the Trendsend Box will cost you a $20 styling fee per box. So worth it when the clothes you receive are this good. Trendsend works for every budget, depending on the amount of boxes you want and what types of items you like to receive. In general, you’ll receive 6-8 items, all within your budget, and all chosen by a Evereve stylist just for you. All this with free shipping, too!
Since the shelter in place, I have received an additional box, which was equally as good as the first.
In a nutshell, you can create an account on trendsend.com and then tell your stylist what you like and what you don’t of the items they carry in the store, and they curate a box for you. When creating an account, you have the ability to decide how often you want the box. You can choose Monthly, Every Other Month, Every Quarter, or On Demand. I selected Every Quarter to start. When you set up your account, you also do a style profile which helps the stylists pick complete outfits for you to fit your personal style. They also will pick things that may be a bit out of your comfort zone, but I ALWAYS find the stylist was right to pick it for me! Before shipping, they charge a $20 styling fee to your account which is counted towards any items you decide to purchase.
It arrives at your doorstep along with a note from your stylist, and outfit instructions. You try everything on and have a few days to log in and pay for or decline what you don’t like. The package comes with a prepaid return envelope and you return the items you don’t like and keep the rest.
Before we get too much further, I should let you know I’ve sprinkled affiliate links throughout this post. I also have included a referral link for you to sign up to get your first Trendsend style box, you will receive 20% off of EVERY item you keep!
If you use any of the links, I will receive a small commission in which I do a happy dance because that means you like what I’m sharing too 🙂
The ladies always do such a nice job of packaging!
Every time you receive a Trendsend, it will look like this, which is amazing!
I love how they put the outfits in each package so there’s no guess work as to what goes together.
Another detail I love about EverEve is each staff member is a trained stylist. So they will help you with your fit, with what styles look good on what body types, and even pick out things for you you may not have thought would work on you. They offer the style services in store, online, over the phone, or in the Trendsend boxes.
And each sticker they package the outfits in is inspirational and totally on brand!
Below is my box, and I will tell you what I kept and what I didn’t. If you wanted to purchase these items individually, you can do so as well, not just in the boxes
The first outfit was this pair of Sophie Cropped Skinny Jeans from Agolde, this cami from Cloth & Stone, and this cute cardigan from Peyton Jensen.
I opted to return the jeans because I have a ton of them, but also because it is about to be summer here in AZ. I kept the cardigan and cami.
Next outfit was this super comfy camo skirt from Sundry and this muscle tank from Spiritual Gangster.
I kept both of these pieces because they are super versatile and perfect for summer and momlife.
These Agolde Parker shorts came next, and they are absolutely a must for summer! This Michael Stars tie dye tank was the top paired with it.
Of course I was keeping both of these! I sized up to a 30 in the shorts because of my thighs but the waist could have totally stayed my normal size of 29.
This puff sleeve sweater from Allison Joy was the last item in my box, and it was meant to pair with any of the outfits. When I say this sweater is a must, I wear it at least once a week! It’s so comfy!
And yes, I obviously kept it!
Here are the options from my second box, which I received the beginning of June.
The first outfit was this blue Peyton Jensen tie dye dress, Kut from the Kloth white jacket, and pink lace bra. I have the pink version of the dress so I didn’t think I would keep this one, but realized it was different. It’s so soft and has pockets too!
I wanted to see if the dress came in a smaller size, but it wasn’t in stock. So I ended up keeping it anyways. I returned the jacket as I already have 2 white jackets and it’s already way too hot here to keep another! In addition, I also returned the bra as it didn’t fit me the best way, and if I sized up, it would be too big.
Next outfit was this 3 piece Sundry pink lounge set, that is perfect together or as separate pieces! I do love that in each of the boxes, I always get a comfy outfit! Because, I love to wear these for lounging and sometimes to bed.
I’m wearing a 1 in the tops (equals a small) but probably could have returned the shorts for a bigger size which I’m wearing in a 2 (equal to a medium).
So I decided to keep all 3 of these pieces because the fabric is a bit stretchy, so they will be perfect!
The last outfit is one that I wouldn’t normally pick for myself.
Rompers are sometimes hard for me because I’m 2 different sizes in top and bottom. I live for a form fitting outfit, but I want it to be consistent not one or the other if that makes sense. Both the cardigan and the romper are from Peyton Jensen. The cardi is lightweight but does keep you warm in the cool air conditioned indoors. In addition, the romper has smocking, which gives me the waist that I do have, which sometimes is hard to come by in these outfits.
In the end, I decided to keep the cardigan and am exchanging the Medium size for the Large to ensure it fits my booty and thighs better. I hope it still fits in the top!
Even if a store is open near you, I would still use caution and will most likely be shopping online for quite some time. While I have been in our local store here in AZ once, I still prefer to have this box delivered to my door. I don’t have childcare and even though my girls are usually good, I still don’t want to risk them touching things or getting sick or coughing on things.
A few of the other brands EverEve carries are Level 99, Michael Stars, Spiritual Gangster, AG, 7 For All Mankind, Sam Edelman, and P448.
If this service seems new and foreign to you, think about the Stitch Fix boxes.
I personally have never ordered an outfit from Stitch Fix let alone a whole box, but I believe the customer service here is a bit higher. I personally have met and talked with my Stylist, and we are friends on Instagram. I’m not sure that other companies can say the same thing.
This seems like a pivot and another offering that will continue to do well for a long time coming. I look forward to seeing more businesses and companies doing something similar in the near future.
The holidays are a time when we all struggle to find the perfect gift for the people on our list. It seems like everyone is impossible to buy for! If you are stuck trying to find a unique gift for that special someone, don’t worry – we have you covered. In this blog post, we will be featuring some of the best gift ideas out there. Whether your loved one loves music, books, or travel, we have something they will love!
Before we get into the good stuff, you should know this post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx. All opinions are my own and I can’t wait to help you find some unique gifts for those you love!
Unique Gifts for the Hard to Shop for Person on your List
1. The Targus backpack is perfect for the person who loves to travel or have a great work backpack
You can’t go wrong with a backpack brand who has been around nearly 40 years with the 15.6″ CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack. This semi-rigid impact resistant backpack has top pockets that keep the contents from getting crushed when you put it in the overhead bins or under your seat on the plane or even keeps the contents safe when at the office. If the recipient of this bag has sensitive shoulders or a back and prefers to put their bags on top of their roller bag, this backpack is equipped with trolley straps to secure the bag to the top of the roller bag to help them navigate the airport or train station easily.
The back pocket on this great backpack has a laptop compartment that lays flat during the TSA security screening, allowing you to keep your laptop with you during the security process, which can be a time and flight saver during busy times! This professional travel backpack is perfect for a day at the office or taking through any security checkpoint with ease. This backpack is chic, has convenient features, and protects all of the contents anyone on your list who loves travel or needs a work backpack would love to receive!
2. The Disney Music Enchanted vinyl is perfect for kids and adults alike
I personally don’t know many on my gifting list who wouldn’t love a little more Disney Magic in their life. And it’s so easy to do with the Disney Music Emporium because they offer an online destination for all things collectible and limited edition from the Disney Music catalog. The DME is creating a marketplace where fans can access unique and collectible music products. As well as creating a space to engage fans together in a dynamic and exciting way! The 15th anniversary Vinyl of Enchanted features crystal clear vinyl, a first for this collectors piece. Check out this special Vinyl along with other special and exclusive music gifts to keep the Disney Magic alive all year long, not just during the holidays.
I know I can’t wait to check out more of what Disney Music Emporium has to offer. And I hope you are excited as well for these exclusive gift ideas that they for sure won’t get from anyone else!
3. Punchbowl digital invites are perfect for the tech-savvy person on your list
By far, my favorite way to send a gift to those not near me is with a Digital Greeting Card. And the ones who do it best, because they include a gift card option, Punchbowl! You can even send your Holiday cards with your family photo and a little gift for the recipient. Punchbowl is no stranger to the planning and gifting game. They’ve been helping hosts plan parties and celebrations since 2007!
When sending gift cards with Punchbowl, you don’t need to worry about sending a gift card across the country that can’t be used. They have options available like Starbucks, Amazon, Target, The Home Depot, Sephora, Apple, and DoorDash to name a few. You add these digital gift cards along with an amount and can be delivered instantly by text or email. Or pick a date and time of your choosing for delivery.
And don’t worry, if you forgot someone on your list, just pull up the Punchbowl website on your tablet or computer. And send the gift cards on the go anywhere you have service! Punchbowl offers the most thoughtful and convenient way to send gift cards.
It’s as simple as 3 easy steps:
Choose the perfect, beautiful design you want from the Christmas Card Collection (over 250+ designs); Pick a gift card from the collection of brands and an amount. (You can also send different gift card brands and amounts to different people with the same card, which is super nice and easy); Send your digital Christmas Card by text or email instantly or schedule the date and time for it to be delivered and easily track who has opened your card.
When sending ours, I chose to do the photo Christmas Cards because it was the easiest way to make our holiday photos get delivered and on time! If you’d like you can also send a video message card, which can be seen here: https://www.punchbowl.com/video-cards
And wait for everyone to ask you how they can do the same as step 4!
I don’t know about you, but I’m all about making the holiday season easier, especially with the rising prices of everything. So using free Christmas eCards that don’t cost to ship is a win for me!
4. Engines: The Inner Workings of Machines that Move the World is a great gift for the reader in your life
Have someone on your list who loves to explore the inner workings of things, who tinker, or who love to think? This book is the perfect book for them then! Each chapter of the book builds on the previous. Showing the evolution of engines and the ingenuity of how we have the engines of today. Start with ancient Greek steam engines and journey all the way to our most sophisticated twenty-first-century machinery.
This book has full-color photos throughout and the cover is a perfect piece to display on the coffee table. Making this holiday gift one that gives all year long. Be sure to check out one of these smart gifts here: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/theodore-gray/engines/97
5. Joss Stone’s vinyl album is a great gift for music lovers
Give the first ever holiday album from Grammy Award-Winning artist, Joss Stone, “Merry Christmas, Love”, to complete every music lovers holiday collection. The cover and inside sleeve that protects the vinyl is enough to make you feel merry & bright all season long! This album is available digitally, on CD and vinyl. So you can take it wherever you want to listen to this amazing album from an artist who has been singing since she was a teenager. Don’t miss out on Joss Stone’s first Christmas album and get it on vinyl. Listen to the amazing tracklist including “What Christmas Means to Me,” “Winter Wonderland,” “The Christmas Song,” and her original song “Bring On Christmas Day.”
6. Kira Labs Cleansing Gel + Anti-Aging Serum makes a great gift for beauty lovers
Medpeel products has a mission to build a skincare brand where safety, quality, and efficacy are the main factors. And with the Skin Balancing Cleansing Gel and the Vitamin C30x Anti-Aging Serum that can be used in the AM and PM.
The cleansing gel deeply cleans the skin to wash away dirt, oil, makeup and skin-dulling impurities without over drying or stripping the skin. Just apply a small amount of cleanser using gentle circular motions and rinse clean.
The areas of concern for this cleanser include oily skin, large pores, rough texture, and peel prep. The Vitamin C30x Anti-Aging Serum helps to brighten complexion. And fades hyperpigmentation that can happen with sun damage. The Serum is super lightweight while still getting the ceramides into the skin along with the antioxidant protection and age control we all want in a skincare.
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With so many unique gift ideas for the holidays, it can be hard to choose just one. We hope that this roundup of gifts has given you some inspiration and helped make your holiday shopping a little bit easier. From music lovers to skincare fanatics, we’ve got you covered with some great gift ideas that are sure to please everyone on your list. Don’t forget to click through to the specific products and use the codes to save money, another holiday must!
Once your children are born, you get this sense like it’s the completion of the vacation time in your life. Or that the vacation is going on for a longer time because caring for a little kid is not a stress-free task. I know the feeling. On the other hand though, you can totally relax and plan a trip with your little, because traveling with a kiddo is not as problematic as you might imagine. It’s just something that can easily be built up in your head. All you need to do is make the accurate preparations and plan in advance to make sure an entertaining and stress-free trip with your child(ren) and other family members.
As a mama who travels quite a bit by herself with her girls, I can speak first hand to how important some of these things are in ensuring the trip goes smoothly.
Important Tips if You Plan to Travel with Kids
Here are some useful tips for traveling to help you plan for smart travel with your kids and have a carefree vacation. Whether you’re flying across the country or going on one of your yearly road trips to a national park, these tips will come in handy for all types of family travel. From infants to older children.
1) ALWAYS MAKE YOUR PLANS AND RESERVATIONS WELL AHEAD OF
TIME
It is necessary to plan well in advance and have your travel and hotel room or other accommodation reservation confirmed before embarking on your trip when traveling with an infant. This will, of course, allow you to reduce your stress and feel reassured when you start your journey. Especially with your little baby. Plan your route considering your baby’s schedule, such as their nap, playtime, etc. If you’re traveling on a plane, remember that you can totally bring your child’s car seat which makes for easier travel. Don’t forget you can check strollers as well. More on being a responsible traveler, here.
2) CHOOSE THE IDEAL DESTINATIONS FOR KIDS
When planning to travel with a kid, look for places like a beach retreat, family-friendly and scenic resorts, or other similar kid-friendly places. Avoid crowded and noisy tourist destinations, as these present a challenge when you have a little kid lying around. A calm and peaceful environment helps soothe babies. If you want to do something with your kiddos that may not be as acceptable for them, maybe take them to the place after they have had a nap or when their moods or ages are appropriate for the surroundings.
3) TAKE CARE TO FEED YOUR LITTLE CHILD AT THE TIME OF LANDING
AND TAKE-OFF
If you are planning to travel with your kids, here is an important tip you require to follow to keep your little one’s jaws functioning and their ears to modify altitude during the flight. It will also help keep him calm and comfortable moderately than irritable, short-tempered, and distressed at the time of take-off and landing. Always packs snacks, but if you forget, you can ask the flight attendant for a list of children’s snacks.
4) BE ADAPTABLE IN YOUR SCHEDULES
While planning well is imperative, you are still not aware of how your kid will adjust to their different surroundings on your trip. Even older kids. You may therefore need to modify your schedules to take into account your kid’s new schedule. Your child might be bored sitting for longer periods. So keep your route simple. Make your plans adaptable, so it’s much simpler to make last-minute alterations if your kid is tired. This goes right along with tip #2 in that if you want to go somewhere on your agenda, be flexible that maybe your time will be cut short. Or you may have to switch days in attending.
5) SWITCH TO YOUR CHILD’S ROUTINE
Kids get bad-tempered when open to their new surroundings. So be sure to respect your little one’s routine. Assume your child is used to taking a bath, being rocked by a soft cradle song, and cuddling in a bottle. Never diverge from this routine. This will assist her/him in calm down and feel more comfortable. Be mindful if you are switching time zones when traveling and if you will be experiencing jet lag. Adults tend to be able to handle their emotions and tempers when tired better than kids. And time zones play a big part in this around times of sleep. If you are traveling to a place which is 3 hours different than your home time, make reservations earlier or later in the day to accommodate the schedule of your child, not only your own.
6) BRING SOME OF THEIR FAVORITE TOYS AND ALSO BRING SOME NEW ONES
Small kids may feel that they are far from their familiar surroundings. And become quite irritable to new atmospheres while traveling. Carrying a few of their desired toys is a great support to help them adjust to their new surroundings. And certainly has a soothing effect on them. It would also be an excellent indication to go shopping for some new and innovative toys that your child has not played with until now.
Storing them up for your trip is a great idea. As a different toy will automatically grab your child’s attention and keep them occupied for a while until the novelty wears off. One of my favorite places to grab new items for travel is the Target dollar section. It’s super easy to stock up on new items they can use when traveling. And I don’t mind if we lose an item or two. So when you’re making your packing lists, especially when traveling with children, make snacks and toys a priority. As well as a first aid kit for emergencies. More travel must-haves, here.
7) LET YOUR CHILDREN KNOW THE IMPORTANCE OF SAFETY DURING TRAVEL
This tip is more for older children than infants, but still important to note. During travel, your children should know the importance of safety during travel. So, its a good idea to have a talk with your children and lay down some travel ground rules. These might include checking in often, staying close to family, avoiding wandering off, letting you know when they need to use the bathroom, when they’re hungry, and so on. This is not something meant to scare your children, but more to educate them on the danger of large crowds and new places, and the importance of keeping everyone safe, sound, and stress-free.
8) KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR KIDDOS
As a parent, I don’t have to tell you how important it is to keep an eye on your kiddos throughout your vacation. No matter how good of a parent you are, children can easily get lost in busy airports, crowded amusement parks, and hustling and bustling tourist destinations. So, here are a few tips to help you keeps your kids close.
First, dress your child in easily identifiable clothing. In a color you can remember. This will help you quickly find your child in a crowd. If both parents are present, designate times in which that parent is responsible. This way the other parent can take breaks here and there. Never leave your child unattended. Always make sure they are with a family member, especially if you step away for the restroom. If no one else is around, take your child to the restroom with you. Designate check-in times with older children throughout the day. And also, take a photo of your child(ren) each morning. This way, just in case your child does wander off, you can easily show authorities what your child looks like, and what they were wearing.
9) LISTEN TO YOUR CHILDREN
Throughout your vacation, remember to check-in with your children on an emotional level. Being away from home and possibly out of normal routine can be stressful on children. Even if you are having a wonderful family vacation, it could be taking a toll on your children.
Check-in, make sure all their needs are met, and ensure your children are doing ok. Take some time to reflect on the activities you are doing and ensure your child is getting plenty of fun and excitement out of the vacation. Even if you feel like they won’t remember the vacation because they are too young, its still important to ensure they are having a good, stress-free time. When your children get what they need during vacation, they will be much more likely to enjoy travel and exploring new cultures in the future. They are also much more likely have a more positive outlook on life.
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