Ones Eid al-Fitr and long holidays are just around the corner. Mommy and Daddy Already have plans to go home or vacation with your little one? For Mommy and Daddy who will be traveling back and forth with their little ones, you need extra preparation. Especially if the trip will take a long time and is a first experience, the preparation must be done so that your little one is comfortable during the trip.
This is of course to prevent fussy children and minimize the hassle. So, Mommy and Daddy are confused about what to prepare. Come on, see what tips and needs must be prepared during a long trip from a Child Clinical Psychologist, Saskhya Aulia Prima, M.Psi., Psychologist.
According to this child psychologist and mother of one son, there are several things that must be prepared psychologically and technically, starting from planning before leaving, during the trip to after arriving at the destination. Before the trip, so that the child's mentality is maintained, Mommy and Daddy can invite your little one to practice beforehand so that the child is more accustomed to being in the vehicle for a long time when traveling. Don't forget to bring your little one's favorite items, such as dolls or blankets to minimize foreign feelings for the child. And tell a little about the family you will meet.
“Tell the family using photos or videos so that children can feel familiar with the family they just met later,” explained Saskhya at the MAKUKU KulWap session with Orami.
In addition, check the condition of the vehicle that will be used to ensure there are no technical obstacles that hinder the trip. Use a car seat or window protector so that the child is comfortable and safe. Make sure Mommy and Daddy also check the health of the child in optimal condition before going home. If necessary, consult a doctor. Also prepare the needs of the child, don't forget to bring medicines, food and other equipment such as highly absorbent diapers. One of the diapers that has high absorption and does not clump is MAKUKU Air Diapers Slim.
During the trip so that your little one does not get bored and triggers fussiness, prepare activities such as games or snacks that can accompany the child. Saskhya advises parents to choose foods that do not contain a lot of sugar. Ensure good ventilation and rest on a daily schedule. If necessary, stop every hour of the journey to avoid exhausting the child and parents. Encourage your child to be active outside the vehicle.
In addition, the problem that is often experienced on long trips is motion sickness. So that your little one avoids the possibility of motion sickness, set screen time to reduce the display of images or videos from the gadget screen. "Even though the child is bored, try not to give gadgets and provide other alternatives such as listening to music,".
Arriving at the destination, don't force your little one to immediately get along with family members, try to introduce them slowly. And, invite your little one to immediately clean, bathe, change clothes and diapers. The journey is certainly tiring, for that Mommy and Daddy must share roles and maintain the emotional atmosphere around the child.
Meanwhile, parents also need to prepare MENTALLY. Saskhya explained that MENTAL here is ensuring physical health, stable emotions, Enjoying the trip in various ways (singing together, chatting, telling stories and others, tourEstablishing division of tasks and cooperation during the trip, A of eating and resting times during the trip, List or list of activities (itinerary) to facilitate coordination (Aq/MKK)
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