{"id":4448,"date":"2023-03-20T10:00:20","date_gmt":"2023-03-20T10:00:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/empiriantherapy.com\/?p=4448"},"modified":"2023-03-24T04:54:33","modified_gmt":"2023-03-24T04:54:33","slug":"taking-a-vacation-with-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/empiriantherapy.com\/taking-a-vacation-with-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Taking a Vacation with Children"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So the big day has finally come! After weeks or even months of planning and preparing, your family is finally hitting the road for the vacation you\u2019ve all been dreaming of. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(If you are still in the planning stages, be sure to check out Part One in this series, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/empiriantherapy.com\/planning-a-vacation-with-children\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a Vacation with Children<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But even with all the details you\u2019ve mapped out and ran through in your head, you know as well as anyone that life is unpredictable even in the best of times\u2014let alone when trying to navigate a completely new set of unfamiliar circumstances with a child who has special needs or distinct sensitivities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what can be done during your trip to ensure that everything runs as smoothly as possible?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Here are some professional tips you may want to make use of so you can focus on what matters most\u2014enjoying your vacation and the precious family time that comes long with it:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you actually leave your home, the goal becomes making sure that everyone is enjoying themselves and that the plans you put in place beforehand are paying off.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is true both en route to your destination, and when actually in the place you are visiting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that for many children, one of the biggest potential sources of discomfort during a trip can be unfamiliarity. To mitigate this, try some of the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure at least a basic daily structure throughout the trip\u2014such as having consistent times for waking up, eating meals, returning to the hotel, and going to bed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be flexible with activities, and observe how your child reacts to different experiences. Don\u2019t be afraid to switch to your predetermined Plan B if your child appears uncomfortable or disinterested in a certain activity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give your child a heads up several minutes before it\u2019s time to change activities, so they are not caught off guard and are less likely to react poorly to a transition.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scout out quiet areas at each new location you arrive at, to be prepared in case your child needs a break.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the visual schedule, if you have prepared one beforehand (see <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a Vacation with Children<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another higher-risk part of a vacation is the actual moving from place to place. Long periods in a vehicle can be taxing on a child, and can potentially trigger negative responses or emotions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When in transit, try the following:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make frequent stops, and take walks (even when flying). This will not only prevent everyone from feeling \u201ccooped up\u201d for too long, but will also reduce the likelihood of your child demanding unexpected bathroom stops along the way.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listen to an age-appropriate audiobook that will hold your child\u2019s attention.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a car, have a parent sit beside the child, so that their needs can be tended to without distracting the driver from the road.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Other Useful Tips<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your child does not have the ability to relay personal information in the event they get lost, ensure they wear some kind of non-removable identification at all times during the trip, such as placing a sticker with your phone number on your child\u2019s back.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a picture of your child every day, or when they change outfits, so you\u2019ll have an updated photo in case your child wanders or gets lost. It might also be helpful to have a few cards detailing your child\u2019s needs that might be relevant in a search scenario, such as whether they will typically respond to their name, run away from strangers, communicate effectively, and answer certain types of questions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It might be best to cater to the needs of picky eaters during trips\u2014unfamiliar places where there\u2019s an \u201caudience\u201d might not be the best places to try to expand their food repertoire.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide reinforcement for expected (\u201cgood\u201d) behaviors, and give extra reinforcement during times that are difficult for your child<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no reason why a child\u2019s special needs or distinct sensitivities should prevent the experience and enjoyment of a family trip from taking place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proactively facing and tackling the challenges can go a long way\u2014and can help you create those lifelong memories you\u2019ve been dreaming about.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope the tips in this article can help make this a reality for your family!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>For more information, or for guidance in planning a trip with a special needs child, please feel free to reach out to the Empirian team. 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