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Traveling

Get great travel tips for traveling with kids. Get general travel tips as well as tips for specific destinations.

Top Family Vacation Destinations for Your Next Adventure

March 2, 2026 by valplowman
Our family standing on the Brooklyn Bridge with NYC in the background

Planning your next family vacation? Discover the best destinations in the U.S. and beyond! From theme parks to beaches, national parks to historic cities, find the perfect spot for creating …

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The Ultimate Guide to an Alaska Cruise with Kids: Tips for an Unforgettable Family Adventure

February 23, 2026 by valplowman
Welcome to Alaska sign with our family surrounding it

An Alaska cruise with kids is the ultimate family adventure! Watch your children spot their first whale, stand on a glacier, and meet sled dog puppies. This guide reveals everything …

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Travel Tips for Parents!

March 5, 2026December 15, 2025 by valplowman
Mom with kids in the airport

Traveling with kids doesn’t have to be stressful! In this page, you’ll find practical tips for packing smart, keeping routines on track, and navigating flights, road trips, hotels, and more. …

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Potty Training on the Go: A Guide to Success While Traveling

June 9, 2025 by valplowman
Girl sitting next to public toilet. She is cowering and looking nervous

Traveling with a potty training toddler? Discover practical tips, smart packing ideas, and sanity-saving strategies for stress-free family trips. While going on vacation is a lot of fun, if you …

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San Diego California Travel Tips for Families!

March 17, 2025 by valplowman
Kaitlyn, Brinley, Nate, McKenna, and Valerie on the beach in San Diego

Get a list of 20 different ideas of things to do with your family in San Diego, California. There are lots of things to do from parks, theme parks, outdoor …

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Sea World San Diego Tips for Families

March 20, 2025February 12, 2025 by valplowman
The five of us at Sea World San Diego

Tips for traveling to Sea World in California with your kiddos and family. This is a fun place to play with children and watch amazing sea life! Our first big …

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Why Your Baby Hates Riding in the Car and How to Make it Easier

December 23, 2024 by valplowman
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What to do when your baby hates riding in the car. Some babies absolutely hate being in the car and in a car seat. Find out reasons for this and …

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Valerie Plowman

Valerie Plowman, known as "the Babywise Mom", is the happy mother of four children. She has been helping parents with their parenting concerns since 2007 and loves helping others absolutely love being a parent.

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