How to Spend a Month Abroad with a Toddler (even as a single parent!)
I get it a lot: “You’re so brave!” It’s a compliment, but I have a little secret to share: It was far scarier for me to stay home during the month of January. I got a lot of questions when I told people I’d be spending an entire month in Spain with my 18-month-old daughter. I mean, a regular trip with a toddler is… A lot of work. But a month? Yikes, right? I’ll admit it was stressful, mostly in the weeks leading up to the trip. Once we were there, it was amazing. We had such a good time, and it was 100% the right decision for us. Here’s how to spend a month abroad… With a toddler!
The Best Tips for Solo Parenting on Long-haul Flights
Every parent who travels gets to the end of the day and feels like they’ve wrestled an alligator while running a marathon. Solo parents feel that just a little bit extra, as you might imagine. However, traveling with kids is so important, at every age and every stage of their childhood, so you definitely want to do it. And you still want to travel, too, right? So much has been taken from you, you want to feel like you’re living again. But, how? How do you travel long-haul, with all the struggles, and not regret it in the moment? Well, here are some things that can help you. Here are the best tips for solo parenting on long-haul flights.
How to Treat Yourself as a Single Parent on Travel
Single parents, how often do people tell you, “Take time for yourself,” and “You can’t pour from an empty cup.” Or ask you, “Are you doing things for you?” It’s always well-meaning, but in real life, it’s just something else to add to your ever-growing to-do list. And, I’ll say it: People are quick to tell you what to do, but rarely offer to watch the kids so you can do it.
What to Do When There’s No One to Watch Your Baby on Travel
What has two hands, 147,000 things to do, and jet lag? If you guessed “single traveling parent,” you’re right! Traveling is so good in so many ways, but in the moment, it can seem really challenging—to put it mildly. I’m always glad to show my daughter the world, and it’s always worth the effort. The […]
7 Reasons Why Single Parents Should Travel with Their Kids
You’ve heard it: “I guess you won’t be traveling anymore!” My husband and I heard it when people found out we were pregnant. People were completely shocked to learn that I was still planning to travel after he died so tragically on a flight home from a trip. The truth of the matter is, however, that travel is therapeutic. It’s so good for our brains and our souls. Vacations have been shown to improve travelers’ mental and physical health. Why wouldn’t you do something that’s good for you, especially when people keep telling you to “take time for your own well-being” since becoming a single parent? Here are seven excellent reasons to keep traveling–for yourself and your kids–even as a single parent.
Three Things You Need to Know about International Travel as a Single Parent (with your own children)
There is a lot to keep up with when you travel as a single parent. Even a road trip turns into an undertaking! International travel can be even more nerve-wracking, but it doesn’t have to be. As with all things, preparation is key. And because I know you’re as limited on time and energy as I am, I’ve got it narrowed down to a checklist of the top three things to know about international travel as a single parent. Take a look!