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Thank you… and the Travels with Baby guidebook gets Gold!
It’s a good day! Dear Public Relations team (yes, that’s YOU!), Just a quick note to say THANK YOU for all of the kind word-of-mouth recommendations to your friends, Pins, Facebook shares, Tweets and...
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When SHOULD you take advantage of family pre-boarding?
Will family pre-boarding be offered on your next flight? If you’ll be flying with an energetic toddler, there are a few things you might rather do with the extra time you’d spend together in the...
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Seven reasons you’ll be glad to have a stroller in Paris
Paris with a stroller? It may be easier–and even more worthwhile–than you think. That’s us on what I knew may be our family’s last grand entrance into the Louvre in the open-top elevator. As your...
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Ask Shelly: Use car seat for overnight flight with toddler—or lap?
Will you be better of using a car seat for an overnight flight or letting your child sleep across your seats? Here is one of those “million dollar” questions I know many of us face at one time or...
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Twelve Weeks of “Awesome” Fun for a Cause in San Francisco
I guess I’d have to choose to sleep beneath these jellies at the Monterey Bay Aquarium–awesome! Heads up to my Bay Area friends and those of you who will be visiting our City by the Bay between now and...
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“Travels with Baby” is an IndieFab finalist in TWO categories!
Thank you, ForeWord Reviews!!! Pardon the all caps and exclamation point, but in the world of Independent Publishing, this is a big honor—and in this case it’s a big honor times two! When ForeWord...
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Pack This! Insect repellent clothing for babies and toddlers
Insect repellent clothing for babies and toddlers: No odors, no DEET, no worries. Last week in southwest Florida, when I decided to pull over in my rental car and take a quick photo of a glorious...
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Need to Know: Flying Gulf Air with a Baby or Toddler
Flying Gulf Air with a baby or toddler? Say hello to your new Sky Nanny… Are you considering flying Gulf Air with a baby or toddler? Lucky you! Most of the airlines featured in this Need-to-Know...
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Flying with Infants: Checklist for Getting an Airplane Bassinet
And perhaps the #1 reason you want an airplane bassinet for your infant…you’ll have a place to put her while you eat dinner! If you have an overseas flight with an infant in your future, chances are...
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Ask Shelly: Advice on travel beds for twins?
Have you ever heard me say that one of the best parts of my job is hearing from real parents from all over the globe? It is! I love hearing what my readers are up to–and helping where I can. I believe...
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Castles fit for a Kid: Three unforgettable family-friendly villas in Europe
Live like a king in Languedoc in this family-friendly chateau that’s ideal for big family getaways and family reunions. Heads up to those of you entertaining thoughts of renting family-friendly villas...
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Save $500 on a family-friendly chateau in France–this summer!
Villa Le Priotlet, a family-friendly chateau in France’s Aquitaine region. A huge thanks to my sponsor, Oliver’s Travels, which is extending this special offer to Travels with Baby readers! Chateau...
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Before you go: Tips for camping with a baby, toddler, or preschooler
This post is going above and beyond your usual roundup of “Top 10 Tips” to give you links to tips on top of tips that I’ve shared on camping with a baby, camping with a toddler, and camping with...
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The Best of Summer Travels with Baby Tips
Once upon a summer family road trip: Making our way through the Chandelier “drive-thru” tree at Leggett, California. Happy summer! I hope you have some great adventures with your little ones lined up...
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The Three Most Important Travels with Baby Tips You Might Miss
I love Paris in the Autumn! Just a short stroll from the Arc du Carrousel behind the Louvre, you’ll find this play structure in the Jardin des Tuileries. Read more in Make a Post-Louvre Pitstop at this...
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Pack This! The Otoscope for iPhones
Meet Oto HOME, the otoscope for iPhones–and families traveling with young children. If you’ve ever found yourself late at night in the: a) hotel room b) tent c) airplane, or d) all of the above, with a...
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Ask Shelly: How to find a trustworthy hotel babysitter on Oahu?
Need to find a trustworthy vacation nanny or hotel babysitter on Oahu? Read on! Photo of Waikiki Beach (c) Cara Ballard This just in! If you’re wondering how to book a safe, trustworthy hotel...
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Flying with Car Seats: Seven Easy Ways to Get Your CRS to the Gate
Flying with car seats–in the cabin? The TravelMate gives your car seat a gliding set of wheels and height adjustable handle for smooth steering through the airport. When flying with car seats–whether...
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Nine Ways to Ease Holiday Travel with Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Preparing for holiday travel with babies and toddlers can feel overwhelming, I know. Here are a few secrets I hope will help to ease your family’s way. 1: Rent baby gear to meet you at your...
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Five Tips to Help DURING Holiday Travel with Kids
One more to keep in mind: Praise your kids for being good travelers every chance you get. “Look what amazing world travelers you kids are! Some kids would be screaming waiting in a line this long, but...
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