99. Must-Have Gear for Stress-Free Travel with Kids: Hotel & Airbnb Tips to Save Your Sanity

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Traveling with kids is an adventure on its own—but when you're navigating hotel rooms, Airbnb stays, or even an extended stretch of motel living like our family has, you quickly learn what works… and what absolutely doesn't. In this episode, I'm sharing our real-life experience as a family of 6 traveling with little ones (ages 5, 4, 2, and less than a year) and what we've learned from extended stays in motels and short-term rentals. From unexpected wins to total mom hacks that I figured out on the go to made our lives so much easier, this is the episode I wish existed before we packed our bags. I'm sharing what to pack, what to plan for, and the specific items that made all the difference for us—including the one thing I always bring now, no matter where we're staying. Whether you're planning a quick weekend getaway or navigating a season of temporary living, these tips will help you keep routines consistent and your stress levels lower.