Holiday time means family adventures, and yes, those often come with looong car rides. If you’re like us, the back seat can go from “neatly packed” to “total chaos” in about 12 minutes. So here are a few of our go-to hacks for keeping the car (and your sanity) organized when traveling with kids:
🌟 Create a cozy back seat with our Sweet Dreamz Humidifier
Kids don’t always love the dark, especially if you’re driving at night. The Sweet Dreamz Humidifier provides a soft night light glow, perfect for little readers or just adding a sense of calm in the back seat. Bonus: the added humidity helps with stuffy noses and dry air from the AC, something we often overlook on the road!
🍓 Keep snacks within reach with the Yummy Grab&Go
No more digging under seats for a mashed apple! The Yummy Grab&Go keeps snacks tidy, accessible, and prevents crumbs from spreading everywhere. We always pack it with dry options like rice crackers, apple slices, or a mini sandwich. You can attach them to the belt using the cloud shaped ring that comes with it. Super handy!
👜 Use hanging seat organizers
Install a hanging organizer on the back of the front seats to keep books, water bottles, crayons, tissues, and wipes in one place. It saves you from turning into a human vending machine every 10 minutes.
🧺 Bring a soft basket or tote for “in and out” essentials
Prepare a bag with the things you’ll need at every stop: diapers, wipes, a change of clothes, and a mini first-aid kit. We also toss in our trusted Yummy Clean Set, perfect for quickly washing a bottle after a picnic stop or laying out a clean spot on a not-so-pristine gas station table.
🎒 Comfort backpack for each kid
Give each child a small backpack with their own comfort kit: a soft blanket, a few favorite little toys or figures, coloring book, and something cuddly. It gives them a sense of independence and prevents them from constantly swapping things or crying because they’ve lost something.
A little prep goes a long way. With the right tools (and snacks!), your car can stay organized, your kids entertained, and the whole trip will be a little smoother for everyone.
Lots of love and safe travels,
Sarah
