A toddler plays with wooden toy cars and puzzles on the floor of a clinic or pediatric waiting room, with a green wall-mounted activity board in the background. The scene conveys a child-friendly healthcare environment, ideal for addressing medical emergencies abroad with kids.

How to Prepare for Medical Emergencies Abroad with Kids

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A picture of luggage for our emergency evacuation with kids from the DRC. There is one small suitcase, a duffle bag, and a diaper backpack, a carseat and two pairs of shoes.
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How an Emergency Evacuation With Kids Shaped My View of Travel

Why I still believe in traveling with kids—even after an emergency evacuation On January 28, 2025, I stood in my home in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, knowing we were about to leave it all behind and unsure if we’d ever come back. It was surreal. Just days earlier, we had been living our normal…

A smiling mother sits in a colorful red tuk tuk with her two young children, including a toddler in a leopard-print carrier, highlighting a joyful moment of travel with toddlers in a unique local vehicle.

Is It Worth It to Travel with Toddlers and Babies Internationally?

“It’s too hard.”“They won’t remember it.”“Isn’t that dangerous?” If you’ve said (or heard) any of these, you’re in good company, we’ve heard it often too. Dragging a car seat through customs while sleep-deprived and crossing your fingers that the baby doesn’t scream through the whole flight? Not exactly what vacation dreams are made of, yet…

A young boy in a black t-shirt stares at a neon sign that says "this present moment used to be the unimaginable future" This quote captures the importance of storytelling, included here are many storytelling ideas for kids.

Storytelling Ideas For Kids: 20 Prompts for Cultural Connection

Traveling or moving to a new country can be a transformative experience for families, especially for children. While it opens up a world of opportunities to learn and grow, it can also bring about challenges as kids navigate unfamiliar environments, languages, and cultural norms. As parents, finding ways to make this transition smoother is key…

A young boy looks out of an airport window and stare at an airplane. The sky is blue and there are clouds out in the distance. While traveling is an important, and wonderful experience, it is also critical to stay safe. These are the most essential safety tips for children to use both while traveling and at home.

Top Safety Tips for Children From Seasoned Global Travelers

Traveling with children is one of the most enriching experiences you can share as a family. It’s an opportunity to introduce them to the wonders of the world, fostering curiosity, resilience, and a sense of adventure. But as any seasoned parent knows, there’s a balance between exploration and preparation—and ensuring your child’s safety while traveling…

Image of a family in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC. It is two parents, the mom wearing a baby and an older child and father.

The Best Baby Carriers for Traveling: I’ve Tried 11 Carriers So You Don’t Have To

Traveling with little ones is always an adventure, but having the right baby carrier can make all the difference. After years of traveling with kids, I’ve tried many (too many?!) baby carriers and I’m here to share all the best (and worst) ones with you. For my first child, I bought seven different baby carriers…

A man holds up a smiling baby in the air at a playground. There are trees in the background on a sunny day. This moment happened was possible due to multigenerational family vacations.

Mastering Multigenerational Family Vacations: 13 Tips for a Stress Free Trip

Multigenerational family vacations can be magical opportunities to bond. However, balancing the needs and preferences of a diverse group requires thoughtful preparation. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of living in or visiting 40 countries, some solo, some with friends, some with family. Now, as a mom of two young children, travel looks a…

A young boy in a striped t-shirt and barefoot stops to smell bright yellow and red flowers. This is a benefit of slow family travel, to stop and take the time to follow your child's lead.

The Magic of Slow Travel Family Trips

In our fast-paced society, the idea of slowing down can feel counterintuitive—especially when it comes to travel. With limited vacation days, it’s easy to want to create a packed itinerary for your next family vacation. I’ve been there and have often crammed way too much into a short time, making our vacations anything but relaxing….

A group of kids play together in a ball pit in the Congo. There is a slide and neon sign that says WELCOME. Traveling is an important opportunity for talking to kids about race, privilege and diversity.

Talking to Kids About Race & Privilege While Traveling: A Parent’s Guide

Traveling with children is an incredible opportunity to expand their (and our) worldview, and it also comes with moments that require thoughtfully talking to kids about race and privilege. Kids are naturally curious, and their questions about people, cultures, and circumstances—especially those involving race and privilege—can feel challenging to address. As a child and family…