my traveling knowledge

I was going through all my posts and realized that this never posted...sad!  Here it is :)

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What I learned on this trip

Don't take so much stuff next time.

Don't fall down the stairs on day 4 of an 11 day vacation

TAKE PICTURES!!! Lots of them.  with lots of different people.  (I'm so upset at myself about that!)

Being gracious with those around you (even if you feel they don't deserve it) is a big help!

Moms are THE BEST help EVER!!  Be thankful for your mom.

Showing off your baby is more important than being in the comfort and routine of your home surroundings.

Let other people hold and love your baby.  It melts your heart to know that so many people adore and love your son as much as you do.

Go with the flow.  Your son is going to cry and be fussy and have his good and bad moments.  It's okay.  In the words of your mother, "It bothers you way more than it bothers anyone else."

Learn from your son, Relax!

Traveling with a 7 week old

I'm nervous about traveling, but feeling assured that everything will be okay.  I'm sure everyone is right that it's easier to fly with a 7 week old instead of a 1 year old, but it's still scary.  Especially when I hate flying myself.  Now I have to be concerned about another living being!  Yikes!  Don't worry though, I know I can do it.

Because I'm a list person, I'm going to make a list of what I'm planning on bringing.  Suggestions and additions are much appreciated!

Lots of clothes
Lots of blankets
Lots of burp clothes
binki and back up binki (one that he doesn't like as well, but it'll do in emergency!)
wipes/diapers
car seat
diaper bag
moby wrap
breast pump
steam bags for sanitizing pump materials
socks
white/black flash cards...I really want him to love them :)

I'm not bringing a travel bed since most of the time he'll be sleeping with me in bed or in someone's arms (I <3 loving on my son!!).  Anything I'm forgetting?  If it's something obvious, go easy on this mama.  I'm new at this and very sensitive! :)