Help your child avoid jet lag - Roberto Tostes
Jet lag is rough on even the strongest adult, and for children jet lag can truly be a hardship. Use these tips to help your child avoid jet lag.
There are many reasons to help your child avoid jet lag. They will enjoy the trip so much more, and you will avoid coping with a cranky child.
To help your child avoid jet lag:
- Keep your child hydrated. This is probably one of the key aspects of avoiding jet lag. Make the fluid water, if possible. If your child won't drink straight water, try using water with just a splash of juice. Also choose foods that will hydrate, like fruits and vegetables.
- Feed your child healthy foods. Junk food will just exacerbate the problem. Be sure you pack plenty of healthy snacks.
- Get them on the new time zone. If possible, prepare them for the new time zone before your trip by shifting their schedule little by little. If you can't do this, try to keep the child awake the first day until the local bedtime. Also, be sure to wake them the next day at the local morning time.
- Be sure they get rest. Use these child sleep travel tips to ensure your little one is well-rested at your new destination.
- Get your child moving. A good, brisk walk in a new city is a great way to help your child's body cope with jet lag. Another great option is a visit to the hotel pool. Also, encourage your child to get up and walk around frequently on the plane.
Your next trip will be much more fun for everyone if your child, and you also, avoid jet lag with these tips.
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Kelby Carr - Kelby Hartson Carr is an Asheville, N.C. mother of three, a seasoned travel writer, and has extensive experience traveling with children. ...
