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Ha ha.
So funny. So insightful.
As a new mum of one, I loved rolling out that line. Typically after someone asked if I had any holidays planned. I did not, and I was probably a bit salty about it.
Turns out I was less insightful and more short-sighted because, with a bit of research and the magic of online shopping, you can take "The Stuff" with you to make life easier when travelling with kids.
Over seven years and three kids, I’ve created quite the travel kit. I’m very kind, and I really like giving unsolicited advice, so I’ll share it with you.
Here are 10 items to pack that always make life easier.
1. Portable blackout blinds
Getting kids to sleep in a new place can be... well, a nightmare.
Enter portable blackout blinds. These beauties turn any room into a dark sleepy cave, blocking out all light so the kids know it’s sleep time. I like the Tommee Tippee ones as they have little suction cups you can stick directly to the window. They’re lightweight, easy to pack and a total game-changer when I don’t want to spend an hour negotiating with an overtired toddler who can still see the sun and is therefore convinced it’s playtime.
2. Trusty nappy pants
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