Children can find long car journeys difficult to tolerate, what with having to sit still for hours on end, with nothing to do. They get impatient and agitated, they sometimes feel sick, and are forever asking the dreaded question, “are we nearly there?” The situation can quickly become stressful and irritating for the parents, who are also getting tired from the drive. But if you are soon planning to take a long trip, rest assured, because there are a number of tips to help you avoid problems, once you are organised in advance. The proof is in these 14 ingenious ideas, which should help you travel in peace with your little angels!
1) Hang a multi-pocket organiser to the back of a seat so that your children have easy access to their things
2) If your children tend to get car sick, prepare the terrain by covering the seats with fitted sheets
3) Bring a blow up mattress to allow your kids to relax when you pull in for a stop
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4) Make a travel first aid kit to prepare for all eventualities
5) Keep a basket of snacks in the car, that you can easily give your children if needed
6) Bring straws so that your children can easily eat yoghurts or purees during the trip
7) Put a tablet into a clear plastic bag which you hang from the back of one of the front seats, to allow your child to watch a film or a cartoon in peace
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10) Put little sweet treats into a sewing box or a pill box for your children to snack on
11) Make a compendium of games and colouring sheets to keep your kids entertained during the journey
12) By making this clever little jar, your children will be able to nibble on their snacks with no risk of spills!
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13) Bring serviettes and plastic cutlery in zip lock bags for lunch breaks
14) And finally, to keep your car clean and tidy during the journey, remember to bring a little bin with you!
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