Vacations can be a great joy however packing can derail any possible joy. Some tips for making packing less tiresome include; renting baby gear at your destination(strollers and cribs), shipping larger or bulky items to your destination, using a backpack in lieu of a traditional diaper bag,don’t forget sunscreen, use whatever packing style works for you (i.e. rolling vs folding clothes), let your child get involved by allowing them to pack a few items, pack a few toys but not too many.

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