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Quince suitcase, Away suitcase, carry on luggage

family travel · November 18, 2025

Quince Luggage Review (Lightweight Carry On Luggage)

I’ve never been one to pack light, so when I was looking for a new suitcase I knew I needed the lightest bag possible. There are SO many options of carry on suitcases and full size luggage sets out there….

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activity bag for traveling with a toddler - perfect for flying with a toddler! feathersandstripes.com

family travel · November 10, 2025

The Best Travel Toys for Toddlers That Keep Them Entertained (Plane + Road Trip Tested)

We’re about to take off on another family trip, and I’m busy packing for the flight! While I’m putting our favorite travel toys together, I thought I’d share the best travel toys for toddlers. Flying with a toddler is a…

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Travel must haves with toddler

family travel · October 3, 2025

The Ultimate Weekend Trip Packing List (With Toddler Essentials Included)

We’re getting ready to head out on a weekend trip, so I thought I’d share what we pack for our toddler. Having a 2 year old and traveling doesn’t always sound like it goes together… But we’ve gotten pretty good…

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traveling with Wayb Pico on airplane

baby + kids, family travel · October 1, 2025

Wayb Pico Car Seat Review for Toddlers (Is It the Best Travel Car Seat?)

I stumbled on the Wayb Pico a while ago while doing research but wasn’t sure I could justify the cost. For our big trip to Europe, though, I thought it might be worth it. We talked about what to do…

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baby + kids, family travel · September 27, 2025

Ergobaby Metro Stroller Review: Worth Buying?

Before our trip to Europe I was looking for the absolute best travel stroller. I wanted something that was light, have a one-hand fold (that I could fold with one hand easily), and could fit in the overhead on the…

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family travel, International Travel · September 25, 2025

The Perfect 1 Day Bruges Itinerary with Kids

We visited Bruges for a 1 day trip during our grand European adventure over the summer. I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, but what a charming city! Bruges is full of medieval architecture that has been wonderfully preserved. It…

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London travel with kids

International Travel · August 31, 2025

2 Days in London with Kids (What We Loved and Would Skip Next Time)

On our grand European adventure we spent two days in London. Aside from the heat, it was a wonderful visit to London with kids! (There was a less-than-convenient heat wave during our time in Europe, which I definitely could have…

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Disneyland Paris

International Travel · August 8, 2025

Disneyland Paris with Kids: Highlights, What to Do + What to Skip

As part of our 3-week European vacation, we added a trip to Disneyland Paris. We were headed to Paris next and could have stayed in the city center (it’s only a 45 minute train ride out to Disneyland). We decided…

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travel sound machine review hatch rest go vs slumberpod slumbercalm

baby gear reviews · April 16, 2025

Travel Sound Machine Hatch Rest Go vs. SlumberPod SlumberCalm

As a parent of three little ones—ages 2, 4, and 7—sleep is a big deal in our house. Whether we’re at home or traveling, a consistent sleep routine is key to avoiding cranky mornings (for both the kids and me)….

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tips and tricks for traveling with kids

family travel, motherhood · July 12, 2021

Mom Hacks for Traveling with A Baby in 2026

If you need to know the best way to pack for a trip or how to use something in a completely different way, ask a mom. Seriously. I feel like I’m figuring out so much every trip we take. Here…

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family travel · December 31, 2019

Best of 2019 Posts: Travel Edition (My Favorites)

We love to travel, so looking back on all of our 2019 travels was so fun! It also made me realize that we forgot to add a few ornaments to our tree this year. (It’s one of our family traditions…

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Maine vacation, Maine family vacation, Kennbunkport

New England, USA Travel · August 29, 2019

Maine Family Vacation

I last vacationed in Maine around the age of 10, so it had been a hot minute. But I found a new appreciation for Kennebunkport when we visited in August with my family! My dad has been trying to make…

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About Alyssa


Hi, I’m Alyssa. Mom of three, wife, dog mom, blogger. I write tips and tricks on motherhood, focusing on baby gear reviews, the best toys for kids, family travel, and home organization.

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