Summer is just around the corner, and that means it's road trip season! 🚗 Whether you're heading to Grandma's house, a beach getaway, or just exploring the countryside, traveling with children brings both joy and its fair share of challenges.

As a mom who's packed the car more times than I can count (and forgotten wipes more times than I care to admit), I've learned a few tricks that help make our family road trips feel less like survival and more like an adventure.

Let's be honest—snacks can make or break a trip. Instead of tossing everything into one giant bag, I pre-pack small containers for each child with a mix of favorites:

Our Pickcup snack cup is perfect for this—it's spill-resistant, easy to hold, and dishwasher-safe. And bonus: no more crushed crackers at the bottom of the car!

Long drives test everyone's patience, especially little ones. Here's what helps us stay grounded:

And for yourself? A hot thermos of tea and one podcast you actually enjoy. You deserve that.

We love bringing along our reusable water bottles and cutlery kits. It's not just about reducing waste—it's about teaching our kids that even small actions matter.

Let your child be in charge of refilling their bottle at stops—it gives them a little responsibility and keeps them hydrated.

Whether you're driving five hours or fifty minutes, remember: the journey itself is part of the memory. Don't worry if the playlist gets repetitive or if someone spills apple juice in the backseat (it happens!). You're doing something magical—sharing time, space, and laughter together.

Wishing you smooth roads, happy songs, and peaceful naps along the way.

Warmly,