Top 7 tips for mums needing to save time for trips out with the kids
Top 7 tips for mums needing to save time for trips out with the kids
Rush Rush Rush why are we always in such a rush and couldn't wedo with just one more extra hour to get everything done in the day?. Wouldn't it be great to have less stress than usual?
If the kids areunder your feet and you all need to get out and aboutwhat can you plan ahead to make getting ready moreorganised as a family?.
Here are our top11 tips to getthe children out quickly without the stress of shouting at them to make them hurry up.
the night befreo a trip When all the kids are asleep and if you have access to a computer order on line any train tickets theme park tickes you need etc it saves time queing the day of the trip and you can often get a discount by booking online.
Get the kids clothes, shoes ready the night before so you dont have to waste time looking for a lost shoe in a morning.
If its along trip out put the kids treats food drinks etc up the night before keep them in the fridge and then they don't have to be made in the morning before you go.
Haveyour childs own bagready to hand with colouring books etc and games toys to keep the kids entertained.Put then on a worktop to grab as you leave.
Make sure any favourite toy is there too so your child doesn't scream because they didnt findit to take with them.It will only hold you up causing delays looking for them.
If you have to leave really early and your child can eat toast alone.Toast can be ready made and wrapped in tin foil to keep warm. a nice change fromcereal at breakfast. Its good to stop the kids fighting inback ofthe car, toast can be eaten on the gowhenyou have to leave quickly.
make use of extra hand capable of fastening coats putting hats on little ones etc let the older children assist the younger ones getting dressed.Its not slave labour but working together as a family tomake things runs smoother for an enjoyable day out.