Let’s make holiday travel easier on the body you mother in. Whether you’re traveling by car, plane, train, or just shuffling between homes — this episode gives you simple, doable ergonomic hacks to reduce tension, improve circulation, and keep your body feeling supported and cared for.
We’ll cover:
- Pre-travel stretching + walking for blood flow & inflammation reduction
- Compression stockings: when they matter & who should use them
- Hydration strategy to prevent stiffness, swelling, and fatigue
- Neck support & lumbar adjustments for long sitting
- How to support your arms while holding a phone, book, or tablet
- Bungee-cord tablet mounting hack for eye-level kid viewing
- Snack boxes & activity boxes to reduce dependence on Mom
- Backpacks for each child so YOU don’t carry everything
- Baby gear travel tips — what to check, what to gate-check, and when to rent
If you haven’t listened yet, be sure to check out my episode on helping your kids co-regulate while traveling and through overstimulating environments. It’s the perfect companion to this travel episode — more peace, less stress, more connection.
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Don’t forget — you can also download my free ebook for even more quick, practical tips to reduce pain while mothering: Download the ebook here
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