You Speak, "Ways to travel smart and safe with kids"
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I occupy my 20-month-old toddler's time with a mobile DVD player and an album, which I bring along during our travels, and they make great travel companions. She exercises her freedom of choice to play and change the discs on her own!
Marina Nasser, mother of 1
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Brief the kids on the itinerary of the trip and the new environment they will be in. At every location or stop, tell them specifically what to do if they are lost or in trouble, even if some instructions are repeated. Always discuss with your partner who is taking care of which kid so neither party will assume the kid is with the other.
Quek Lay Choo, mother of 3
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It is rather tedious to pack for young children when travelling. Here are my top 2 most important tips:
1) Use disposables e.g.: changing mat, bibs, diapers, tissue papers, ziplog bags. Why? They're lightweight, easy to dispose (to make space in your suitcase for shopping, and time is saved on washing and cleaning.
2) Bring along medication (oral & physical usage) - it's difficult to get children's medication in some countries, moreover, labels and instructions on them may be in languages that aren't familiar to you.
Jenny Koh, mother of 1
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1.Always bring food, milk, water, diapers and extra clothes for the young.
2.Bring along some small soft toys in case the baby throws tantrums
3. Always belt up your young
4. Never leave your child unattended
Emeros Gianan, mother of 2
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Here's what I find particularly useful during the 23-hour flight to Toronto with my son Brian:
- Request for a bassinette and baby meal before flight.
- Pack sufficient clothes, milk feed and his favourite toys on board so that he's comfortable and occupied during the journey. Ensure that there is suitable and sufficient clothing throughout the trip too.
- Before take-off and landing, feed him with a bottle of milk (to remove air pressure);
- Bring a stroller, which will come in handy during the trip - particularly when Brian is taking his naps;
- Request from the paediatrician a set of common medicine (e.g.: fever, flu, cough, diarrhoea) just in case it's needed during the trip.
Tan Suyin, mother of 1
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1. Prepare comfortable and suitable clothing/footwear for kids.
2. Bring their favourite toys.
3. Bring some tidbits or sweets in case there's a need to divert their attention.
4. Bring along their sleepmate (pillow, soft toy, blankets, etc).
5. Always hold their hand when crossing roads or in crowded places.
Chua Yen Cheng
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Travel light when bringing kids. Buy items that can be purchased at the travel destination instead, but bring along your children's medications even though they are well as a precaution. Go to destinations that are child-friendly, so they also can enjoy the trip.
Yasmen Moidin, mother of 3
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I train my elder son to push his baby brother's pram and be aware of safety rules on the roads whenever we go marketing together, so he knows how to protect his sibling from young.
Goh Puay Hong, mother of 2
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