One of the hardest things about travel is worrying about other people when your baby is screeching at 35,000 feet or throwing Cheerios into the air at a restaurant. Keep in mind that “bad” baby behavior is much more noticeable to you than to others. Even if a fellow passenger is looking at you, there is no way to know what she is thinking. Yes, she might think you are a terrible parent and that babies should be left at home. Or, she might be feeling badly for you or simply thinking that your baby is cute. Stop trying to mind-read and focus on what you need to do to make your trip enjoyable for you and your little one.
Archive for June, 2009
The Calm Mom’s Favorite Tips for Traveling with Kids – Tip #7: Put your blinders on.
Thursday, June 4th, 2009New Moms and Their Friends – Calm Mom Tip #5 for resisting The Mommy Olympics: Be a Good Consumer of Friends.
Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009Lonely new moms can feel almost desperate to make new friends who are also home during the day with babies. But remember, you do not need to be friends with every person you meet. Find people who make you feel good about yourself and who share your values. If people seem too competitive, or bring out a competitive streak in you that you didn’t even know you had, these might not be the right friends for you!
