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Traveling With Kids!
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items Products I’ve bought and used over the years that make traveling with my 4 kids a lot easier on my mental.
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Road Trip Lifesavers
Outings In The Summer!
Road Trip Lifesavers
Turns the backseat into a desk for snacks, coloring, and tablet time. Look for one with raised edges so crayons don't roll into the abyss between the seats.
PILLANI Kids Travel Tray with Activity Sheets
Non-negotiable for long drives. Volume-limited so you don't have to fight about it, and cheap enough that you won't cry when one gets stepped on.
iClever Kids Headphones Safe Volume 85dBA
Reusable, mess-free coloring with just water. My go-to backseat bribe for the 3–5 crowd. Grab 2–3 different ones so they can swap.
Melissa & Doug Water Wow! Under The Sea
Endless drawing with zero markers to lose. The cheaper dupes work exactly the same as the brand-name version.
EooCoo Toddler LCD Writing Tablet 2 Pack
Stickers peel and re-stick a hundred times. Great for the kid who finishes the activity book in five minutes and wants more
6 Sets Reusable Jelly Sticker Book for Kids
Keeps snacks, books, and headphones off the floor and within arm's reach. The tablet pocket means no more holding a phone up for them at 65 mph.
Plzpik Car Backseat Organizer w/ Tablet Holder & 11 Pockets
Goldfish stay in the cup instead of the carpet.
WeeSprout Silicone Snack Containers Set of 2
Old-school but it works. No batteries, no apps, no charging. Perfect for the 4-hour stretch when the tablet dies.
Etch A Sketch Mini 5x5 Travel Toy for Kids
Pack one per kid with sectioned snacks and they'll graze for an hour. Saves you from stopping every 30 minutes.
LCHLZZ 4 Pack Divided Bento Snack Boxes
Not glamorous, but the difference between a road trip and a disaster. Get one that clips to the headrest or sits in the cup holder.
Car Trash Can with Lid - 2-Pack, Leakproof
Tiny, cheap, easy to throw in the bag. Buys you 20 quiet minutes while they figure out how to stick it to every window.
ALASOU 3PCS Pop Suction Cup Spinner Toys
Quiet, screen-free, and oddly satisfying for kids 5+. Usborne and Klutz make great ones. Dollar Tree has surprisingly good ones too.
Brain Games - Sticker by Letter: In the Wild
The reliable backup activity. Great for ages 5–10 and engaging enough that they'll actually finish a page.
Best Hidden Pictures Puzzles EVER: 144-Page Book
Libby (free with a library card) lets you download kids' audiobooks for offline play. Magic Tree House, Junie B. Jones, and Boxcar Children are all there.
Libby app
Bingo, scavenger hunts, would-you-rather cards, license plate game all in one bundle. Etsy has tons under $10.
Road Trip Activities - Etsy
This travel potty seat folds up small enough to toss in your bag and fits most public toilets. It's been a lifesaver for potty training!
Maliton Travel Potty Seat for Toddler, Foldable with Storage Bag, Non-Slip Grey
When nature calls in the middle of nowhere, this is the one you want. A full size portable toilet that folds flat, comes with a carrying case, and works for the whole family. No restroom, no problem!
Ann Katy XL Portable Toilet for Adults & Kids
For when there is no bathroom and waiting is not an option. These disposable bags work for men, women, and kids and are compact enough to stash in your glove box, backpack, or diaper bag.
OUMEE 800ML Emergency Disposable Urinal Bags
Outings In The Summer!
For those days where you're spending a lot of time outside!
Powerful fan to be so small! Kept both little ones cool while on cruises!
SWEETFULL Baby Stroller Fan 4000mAh 4-Speed
Your own private space wherever you are. This pop up tent sets up in seconds and gives you a full size stall for changing, potty stops, breastfeeding & more!
Wakeman Pop Up Changing Tent 3.3x3.3x6.2ft
Turn any water bottle into a quick rinse station. This sprinkler cap fits most standard bottles and is perfect for washing off sand, dirt, or sticky hands on the go.
Impresa Water Bottle Shower Sprinkler Cap - Blue, 2-Pack
Everything the kids need for a full day in the sand, all in one set. Packs down small enough to toss in your beach bag without the bulk.
Beach Sand Toys Set with Buckets, Molds & Shovels for Kids 3-10
For when there is no bathroom and waiting is not an option. These disposable bags work for men, women, and kids and are compact enough to stash in your glove box, backpack, or diaper bag.
OUMEE 800ML Emergency Disposable Urinal Bags