Rules to keep in mind when traveling with children

Here are some basic mistakes that many people make when traveling with children.

Not carrying spare medicine

Children are susceptible to illness, especially in the hot summer months. When you are away from home, it can be difficult to get your child to see another doctor or to find medicine. So remember to pack your child’s usual medicines and especially remember to bring a thermometer, children’s Panadol, cough syrup, plasters and throat lozenges.

Don't forget to carry all essential medications with you instead of leaving them in your checked baggage, as it's no use if you can't get them when you need them, for example on a plane.

Late to the airport

Parents should plan to arrive at the airport early to check in when traveling with young children, even if it is a short flight. Rushing to the airport at the last minute can cause unwanted problems, especially if you forget something or are stuck in traffic.

Be sure to prepare your child's documents, passport, and birth certificate to go through security and immigration smoothly.

Forget to bring baby supplies on the plane

You cannot miss snacks and toys for children on the flight. Short flights or low-cost airlines often do not have meals on the plane, so you need to prepare snacks such as some cakes and candy.

Parents can bring coloring books or download their children's favorite shows to tablets and smartphones, remembering to charge the batteries first so that children can sit well in their seats and not disturb others.

You should also bring headphones for your child if he or she is old enough to use them so as not to disturb those around him or her.

To minimize ear pain or ear popping during take-off and landing, bring something for your baby to suck or chew on to encourage swallowing. A bottle or pacifier may work well for newborns, while chewy or hard candy is fine for older children.

Not checking the weather carefully and not preparing enough clothes

The weather at the destination can affect children's health, so you should prepare carefully when taking your children on a trip.

If you are going to a cold climate: Invest in a good down jacket for your child to keep them warm. Don’t forget a winter hat and gloves, thermals, shoes, socks, these will help keep your child warm.

If you are going to a warm climate: In addition to cool, sweat-absorbent clothes and hats, you can prepare for them some battery-operated handheld fans. You should choose clothes made of light materials and light colors because dark colors will absorb more heat. In places where the weather changes during the day, you should bring a jacket, raincoat and children's umbrella.

Be aware that children’s skin is sensitive to the weather, so pack moisturizer, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent. Another good tip is to pack aloe vera gel or some other soothing, hypoallergenic cream in case your child develops a rash.

Not paying attention to safety at tourist attractions

When choosing a destination, you should check the safety first. Children should not be taken to tourist areas that are too wild, difficult to travel, unsafe, or have poor security. When choosing a place to stay, you should carefully check previous reviews from customers to see if the room you rent is safe, the services are good, there is clean water, and if it is near lakes, rivers, or streams. Any mention of poor quality tourist facilities should be eliminated, especially when you are traveling with children.

When parents take their children on a trip, the most important thing is to pay attention to their safety. It is necessary to keep an eye on children at all times, everywhere, to avoid the consequences that can happen just because of a moment of negligence.

TB (according to VnExpress)

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