What does it really take to plan a family trip when you’re the one juggling the details, the bags, and everyone’s emotions?
In this episode, we’re naming the invisible work behind family travel—and how to share the load so it doesn’t all fall on one parent (often mom!).
I’m joined by Lily Walla, founder and CEO of Auggie, a platform helping modern parents shop smarter and feel more supported. She’s also a mom of a toddler, a Brooklyn-based entrepreneur, and the self-declared “default parent” when it comes to travel logistics.
We talked about why packing the sunscreen is never just packing the sunscreen, what emotional labor looks like before and during a trip, and why making space for joy requires sharing the mental load.
"It is you and your partner versus the mental load. It is not you and the mental load against your partner."
— Lily Walla, Auggie Founder — IG @lbwalla
Just a few of the questions we covered in this episode:
- How do I know if I’m the default parent?
- What is the mental load in parenting and how does it affect family travel?
- How can I split family travel responsibilities fairly with my partner?
- What should I pack when traveling with a toddler?
- What baby gear can I rent instead of packing for a trip?
Whether you're planning a big trip or a weekend away, this episode is a supportive reminder that traveling with kids is hard work—and you don’t have to do it alone.
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
• Explore Lily’s platform for modern parents: auggie.com
• Follow Lily on Instagram: @lbwalla
MORE FROM BABYQUIP
- Follow us on Instagram: @babyquip
- Traveling with little ones? Don’t pack the whole house. Rent safe, clean baby gear at your destination—cribs, strollers, sound machines, and more.🧳 Save $20 on your $100 rental with code TINYTRAVELERS at babyquip.com
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Thanks for joining us—and see you next week!
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