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I think my kids think they would die if they went over an hour without food. Therefore riding in the car, taking a walk, going to bed, playing outside, grocery shopping, watching movies, and a million other things all must include a food component.

Thanksgiving with kids can be a tough holiday.

There’s something special about marking a new season with a special activity. Classic, seasonal outings like apple picking have taken on new meaning for us now that we are parents.  Sure, it means less hard cider, but we wouldn’t have it any other way.

Earlier this year, my wife and I were thrilled to welcome our first child into the world. While parenthood has been nothing short of amazing, I quickly came to realize the emotional, mental, and physical toll that it can take, especially on a new mom.

Before I became a mom I think I really believed that my kids would be open minded, cultural, adventurous, healthy little foodies. I had visions of them raving about my kale chicken salad. Sigh. I was so naïve. Nowadays the only way I get any vegetables in my darlings is by sneaking spinach in their morning smoothies. And they only drink those about 2/3 of the time.

When my husband suggested I take a baby-free girls trip to escape the neverending Minnesota winter, I found it pretty hard to say no.  However, I was still breastfeeding my youngest and not quite ready to be done, so I finally had to tackle pumping while traveling. Here’s the advice I would give a fellow mom looking to do the same thing.

Summer is a great time to take a vacation with kids: the weather is warm so you’ll save room in your suitcase, and your destination options are virtually unlimited. Here are some things I’ve learned about going on vacation with kids, including the must-pack essentials and ways to save time and money.