What’s your number one tip when planning a family trip that everyone can enjoy?

Hot take: plan a trip around you, not your baby. My husband and I first pick a location and make a list of things WE want to do. Simply put, if we planned our trip around our baby, we wouldn’t enjoy it and then no one would be having fun. He’s young enough that he’s totally stimulated by a change in scenery and two parents who are excited and engaged. This will probably change as he ages, but we love taking advantage of the fact that, for now, he’s adaptable and feeds off of our energy.

How do you prepare for a long flight with a baby?

We do the obvious like packing extra toys and clothing in our checked luggage, but for the flight itself? Not much. We treat it like any other flight and try not to stress. If we’re anxious he can sense it, so we make sure to stay calm and come armed with the essentials, plus an extra toy or book.

When’s the best time to book flights?

A lot of people say Tuesdays and Wednesdays are the best days to book, but that hasn’t been my experience. Some people recommend booking way in advance, some closer to take-off. For us it has completely depended on the time of year and destination. That said, mid-week plane departures do tend to have lower ticket prices.