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Choose an Eco Friendly Picnic Mat
I believe the cornerstone to any great picnic is an epic picnic mat. Depending on who’s coming and where you’re going to be dining these are a few of my favorite options. For more ideas on what to bring on a picnic be sure to read this. Summer is almost upon us in the Northern Hemisphere so dreaming up sunny picnic locals is at the top of my list. Faux leather Play Mat | These are a no brainer, as they’re essentially kid proof. Whether your picnic is on the sand or on the grass using these wipeable mats for your picnic will make your life easier. The material also…
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What to bring to a picnic with kids this summer
My absolute favorite thing do when the weather warms up in New York is to go on a picnic. Planning what to bring to a picnic with kids is crucial. With all the natural wonders New York City hides within her city limits, amidst the bright lights and fast pace, a picnic is one of the best ways to explore New York off the beaten path. Picnic mat: to me, picnic mats set the stage and make or break the look and feel of your picnic. Are you going for rustic or romantic? The right picnic mat really sets your outdoor gathering up for success. Reusable Water Bottle: because duh,…
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Family Travel Blogger | Daniela Parenting Toddlers and Traveling as a Family
I’m so glad I got to sit down with Daniela to pick her brain on what it’s like for her to travel as a family on Chilean Pas ports. I’ve loved having her lend her voice to the perfect travel clothing for women in the past and I’m so glad to dive into her family travels even more. Read on to see how Daniela of @a_baby_abroad experiences traveling as a family. How much did you travel before kids? Where had you been?We traveled lots before kids although not as much as we do now. We went to India, Argentina’s, Venezuela, Canada, and the USA, among others. When did you get your…
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Family Travel Blogger | Astrid, Overseas Travel and Safety Essentials when Traveling as a Family
Get to know Family Travel Blogger, Astrid an expert in both flying while pregnant and overseas travel as a Family. This week I got he chance to interview Astrid about her extensive overseas travel experiences that started as a child. When it comes to traveling while pregnant Astrid from the family travel blog The Wandering Daughter. I first “met” Astrid three years ago when searching the internet for examples of traveling mothers of color and hitting the jackpot with her thorough roundup. Astrid experienced overseas travel while pregnant with both of her daughters and has learned many travel hacks along the way. How much did you travel before kids? Where…
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Shopping in Cotonou Benin Republic
Among the many things the city of Cotonou, Benin Republic has to offer the shopping is by far one of the best. Benin is a shopping paradise of everything from fabrics to food. I travel for clothes. Five years ago I moved to Byron Bay, Australia because of a pair of leopard print bell bottoms, that spoke to my soul. Motherhood didn’t change my desire for fashion-centric travel, two years ago I dragged my family to Montreal for a mud cloth bathing suit from Nanawax and to worship at the altar of its globe-trotting founder Maureen. Maureen is from Cotonou, Benin Republic and I knew that if a powerhouse like…
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Travelling Essentials | Travel List For Women and Children
Consider this the ultimate travel list of packing essentials for travelling with kids. Ten Travel Moms, who have experience travelling with kids all over the world dish on what they wont leave home without. Travelling essentials, whats on your travel list? Sunshine Abou Bakar | jg Jasmine Crumby | Deodorant, Extra credit card, ID Daniela Kemeny | WIFI! I never step foot out of an airport without having purchased a SIM card first, mainly for security. Using a GPS, being able to google the nearest emergency center, and being able to call your hotel in case you get lost are fundamental things I need to be able to do. (And…
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Travel Essentials |Carryon bag checklist for sustainable travel with Kids
This Travel checklist is the way I don’t lose my sanity, everything has a place and a purpose and performs double duty once we arrive at our final destination. My checklist is filled with stylish sustainable travel essentials that make it easy to keep track of my things when traveling with my toddler. They also play a pivotal role in ensuring I have a beautiful experience while on vacation. Backpack / Camera Bag – I’ve been looking for a bag that will play many roles and not draw attention to my valuables within, this backpack comes with hidden access to the padded camera compartment. It’s perfect for going through airport…
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Travel Mama | Monet, Vacations for Kids
Monet is an expert travel mama whose blog The Traveling Child is a treasure trove of tips and tricks on planning vacations for kids. This week I had the opportunity to chat with Monet about being a lifelong traveler and traveling with small children. I first came across Monet after giving birth ad being inundated with people telling me my life as a traveler was over, and traveling as a family is rarely done. Her thirst for adventure and expertise about vacations for kids had me hooked. How much did you travel before kids? Where had you been? Quite a bit, prior to kids I had traveled to China, Botswana,…
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Travelling Essentials | Best Travel Clothes for Women Travelling with Kids
When travelling as a mom it’s easy to put yourself last especially after precision packing the bags of tiny humans but choosing the right clothes to travel in, is one of the easiest ways to ensure a smooth travel experience. Think flip flops to the airport is a good idea, well not so much when you have to stand on line at security barefoot bouncing a screaming tiny human while getting a full body pat-down will change your mind real quick. The best travel clothes for women travelling with kids is is the clothing that lets your body breath and prevents you from having to pull or adjust it while…
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TRAVEL MAMA | Ashley, Flying with a Baby
Flying with a baby is daunting to most new parents but expert Travel Mama Ashley jumped into the adventure with two feet. This week I got to interview Ashley and find learn about her take on traveling with kids and the How much did you travel before you started flying with a baby? Where had you been?Before having our son, I’d traveled to almost a dozen countries including Thailand, Austria, Italy, France, Costa Rica, and Jamaica. When did you get your first passport?I actually didn’t get my first passport until I was 22 years old. I kept waiting for my parents to take me or send me abroad and that…
