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A plan for a great day out with your kids — the shortlist
The basics you should prepare for a successful day trip.
Now that you are thinking about planning a day trip adventure with your kids, what are the essentials to planning a good day out?
Prepare to stress less
Ideally, you want to have your stuff ready (or at least planned out) to avoid last-minute panic searching before you leave. The more you can avoid stress leaving the house, the better it is for everyone.
Starting your adventure stressed out is already one strike against the chances of having a terrific day out. What can you do to streamline your departure?
Pack smartly
We have to be careful with what we pack for the day. As a parent, my tendency is to over-prepare.
- Why not bring the big first-aid kit?
- Should I pack some extra sweaters?
- Let’s pack more snacks!
You want to use a bag that you can easily carry throughout the day. The more you carry, the faster you will get tired. A tired parent makes snap decisions and has less patience.
Don’t opt for a gigantic bag either. The more space you have to fill, the more likely you are to…
