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The Tricks to Holiday Travel with Children
Heading somewhere for the holidays? A few tips to keep kids safe and parents sane.
Thanksgiving is the biggest travel holiday of the year, and getting around with small kids is an art. Here are a few tips to help your holiday travels run safely and smoothly: • Whether you’re headed to a relative’s house or a hotel, there’s a good chance your temporary home wasn’t designed with your little one in mind. Make sure to pack a few baby proofing items, such as outlet covers. A roll of masking tape can do multiple jobs, including covering outlets, taping drawers shut, securing loose cords and turning a hand towel into a makeshift corner cushion or a finger pinch guard. Some hotels have baby-proofing items available, so make sure to ask. • Beware of open suitcases. To a little one, they’re like a treasure chest—and often contain …
