Toddlers are going to get more tired than usual when on holiday; the excitement of a new environment along with all the new fun activities will naturally tire even the most energetic toddler. A holiday stroll with a tired toddler will be anything but relaxing if you are not prepared.

Tips

1. If on holiday in the sun, avoid all but necessary walks with your child during the peak sunshine hours.

2. Consider taking a light weight stroller even for slightly older toddlers who are more used to walking at home.

3. Make sure you pack bottles of water and snacks when out and about with your child.

4. Light weight back packs are suitable for children that weigh up to 20KG. Back packs are an ideal way to move around with your child when on holiday, and provide a great view of surroundings for your little one. If you select to use a back pack please pay attention to the combined height of you and your child when walking under trees or over hanging bushes, and if leaning down to pick something up, always bend from the knees so your child can not topple forward.

5. Make sure you pack suitable sun shades for any stroller or back pack carrier you may take with you.

6. An excellent idea when out and about with your toddler is to use a day sack with separate harness. Firstly the day sack will they engage your child into being part of the family, taking supplies to the beach or park, etc. Secondly, the detachable harness can be simply used when you are approaching new roads, or uneven surfaces, or to generally stop a more energetic toddler from running out of distance.

Product Recommendations

Littlelife Discover Carrier

Littlelife light weight carriers are ideal for the short excursions on holiday or for sightseeing tours in the city. They are suitable for children from 6 months up to 4 years, and can also have additional sun or shower canopies.

BushBaby Lite Carrier

Similar in design to the Littlelife carriers, the Bush Baby carriers are designed to make moving around with your little one on holiday that much easier. With additional sun and shower canopies, foot loops for the comfort of your child, extra stable framework, and even viewing mirrors, both you and your child will benefit from the comfortable ride.

Outlook Shade a Babe

Stroller shades come in a variety of sizes to fit almost all types of buggies, strollers and push chairs. Choosing a UV protected sun shade will shield your baby from over 99% of the Sun’s UVA and UVB rays due to the soft, tightly woven fabric.

Sunshine Kids Stroll Light

Ideal for evening strolls on unfamiliar roads abroad or the UK countryside. With the stroller strobe lights, you can make sure you are seen at all times.

Littlelife Animal Daysack

Available in a variety of designs from ladybird to turtle, the animal day sacks with reins will allow you to monitor and control the movements of your young child without any fuss.