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[quote=Anonymous]You need to plan ahead.  You know that they won’t be on your kids’ schedule so you need to find other ways to meet kids needs.  That means:

1) Transportation.  If uber/lyft isn’t an option then you need your own rental car.  If that means your trip is more expensive then you visit less often.

2) Rest.  Kids need rest so if your kid naps at home then he needs at least a shot at napping during trips.  That may be in the car if your folks will ride quietly or you can drive somewhere with just nuclear family, or it could be the stroller or a baby carrier or you need to head home after lunch to rest.

3) Food.  Always have enough snacks for a meal for your kid in your bag.  You might need it because the restaurant everyone chose wasn’t kid friendly or because they aren’t hingry until 7 and your kid eats at 5.

4) Age appropriate activities.  Always have some books or small toys for a quiet playtime and some bubbles or punchballoons to get some energy out in a random courtyard or lawn.[/quote]

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