Good Inside with Dr. Becky Revisit: Surviving Holiday Travel with Kids
Dec 23, 2025
Traveling with kids? Get ready to rethink your expectations! Discover strategies to prepare your little ones for the journey ahead and keep meltdowns at bay. Sleep issues while away? Uncover the reasons behind nighttime worries and how to tackle them. Learn the art of managing car sibling squabbles and turn them into teamwork with proactive planning. With tips on early intervention and maintaining calm, you'll be equipped for a smoother holiday travel experience.
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First Plane Trip Humbling Moment
- Becky Kennedy recalls her first plane trip with two kids under four and how reality clashed with expectations.
- Her well-packed snack box and activities did not prevent a mostly awful flight that taught her humility and preparation matters.
Upgrade The Question You Ask Yourself
- Upgrade your question from "How can I do X without Y?" to "How can I do X and manage Y?".
- Prepare to reduce likelihood of problems while accepting you'll manage stress when they occur.
Prepare Kids And Prioritize Safety
- Tell kids what to expect before travel to reduce anxiety and meltdowns.
- During a meltdown, keep your body calm and keep the child safe rather than trying to instantly end the tantrum.