Top Tips for


easy travelling... Plan ahead • allow plenty of time and try to be relaxed


• if you are stressed or trying to get somewhere in a hurry, your child will pick up on this and is likely to become stressed too, as a result!


Be prepared Whatever the length of the journey, always take:


• a Journey Bag – a small bag to include spare nappies, wipes, kitchen towel, antiseptic cream, Calpol, plasters and a couple of spare plastic bags (always come in handy!).


• plenty of drinks & snacks – helpful if your journey is delayed.


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If you want to keep your little ones busy visit our website’s Activities pages for some great ideas, also take a look at the Local Events Calendar to see what’s going on in your area!


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• essential changes of clothing – there’s nothing worse than if your little one has a little accident and you can’t change them!


• portable potty.


• for longer journeys, take a blanket - for your child to snuggle into.


Take entertainment & activities


• For short trips - small cuddly and other toys (cars, dolls etc); books, including puzzle books; colouring pads, crayons and stickers.


• For longer journeys - travel games, snap cards, connect etc; music or story CDs; electronic games and DVD players – with spare batteries and car chargers! Your children may also enjoy playing traditional travel games with you like “I Spy.”


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