Long car trips with your toddler – how to survive…

Cd’s – kids songs, fun songs, a wide variety of things (Lil’ Duck loves Veggie Tales CD’s).
Portable DVD player – with DVD’s of favorite shows of course.
Some people drive at night so they will sleep.
Take frequent breaks – let them out to run around when you get gas, etc.
Put a soft basket of toys by the car seat within reach – use new toys or toys that have been retired that now will seem new.
Put a snack/cup holder on the car seat.
Point out things outside, play little games, talk to them

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Kelly Curtis June 26, 2006 at 10:24 am: These are great ideas for traveling with kids. For those a little older, I’d also suggest them having some spending money as well. Check out my site here for an idea – http://www.kellycurtis.blogspot.com .

Do you mind if I link to an article here in the future?

KellyC
Mocha June 26, 2006 at 10:21 pm: We listened to a Disney tape that had “Whale of a Tale” and “The Ugly Bug Ball” on it from 2 very old Disney movies. I still know all the words.

You site…it’s ummmm…. VERY awesome. I love how you’ve blended the blog with your products!
Overwhelmed! August 3, 2006 at 12:06 am: Ah, so this is your 100th post. Very helpful! We haven’t tried many long trips with Snuggle Bug yet, but I’ll keep these ideas in mind.

Thanks for linking on my “Hooray for 100″ link exchange!