What I'm packing for a cross-country flight with my toddler, Chuck Bass as a dad-to-be, holiday photo outfits and more mom things from around the internet
Anyone else nostalgic for the days of getting wine-tipsy before a flight?
On Sunday, we are flying to the west coast to spend Thanksgiving week with my husband’s family. (I’ll report back on how my daughter enjoys accompanying us to wine tastings while experiencing her first jet lag.) Our previous flight experiences as a family were before she learned to walk, so our carry on is fully packed with lots of toys and a million snacks to occupy her the flights and layovers. Wish us luck and, as always, thank you for reading!
Travel Faves
For the kids
My daughter is obsessed with these magnet doodlers | Disposable tray table covers, because ~ germs ~ | The best weighted straw cup to encourage drinking on take off and landing | Our favorite plane book my husband brought back from a business trip | This toddler Amazon tablet because I’m done sharing my iPad 🙃 | The cutest GapKids sweatsuits available in so many colors (and on sale) | Manifesting in-flight naps with this mini, cozy blanket | The best silicon no-spill snack cup | Our go-to travel pack of disinfectant wipes
For you & me
The best hydrating hand sanitizer + vegan leather holder for easy access | Packing cubes I use in my carry-on and suitcase | This tote has the utility of a diaper bag but looks way more chic | The BabyBjörn winter carrier cover, because, yes, I still wear my 1.5 year old | This stroller is a must-have for airport & city travel
Holiday Photos
Outfits
I bought a Canon G7 X a few months ago, so I’m going to attempt to capture this year’s Christmas card photo myself…but only time will tell if I will be calling up one of my photographer friends for last minute pictures. What I am 100% confident in are my daughter’s adorable outfit options for our little DIY shoot. So I wanted to share what have been mine (and my mom’s) go-to places to shop for baby & toddler holiday attire.
HANNA ANDERSSON: Faux Shearling Flannel Shirt, Skater Dress & Legging Set
JANIE AND JACK: Velvet Blazer + Tartan Pants, Satin Bow Dress
DILLARD’S: Smocked Christmas Wreath Dress, Embroidered Santa Jumpsuit
Cards
And below are some of the best Holiday card designs I’ve come across this year 💌
Tidings Of Comfort by Amy Kross | Little Details by Claudia Orengo | Vintage Stripes by Teju Reval | Cherished Christmas by Ashley Iwafuchi | Baubles And Bows by Paper Sun Studio | Vintage Christmas by Paper Sun Studio
Social Scrolls
This week’s picks from social media:
Seeing Chuck Bass, I mean Ed Westwick, as a dad-to-be has me in my feeeels
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I’m truly crying laughing, because this would be my daughter, too
Absolutely will be trying this hack on our flight
Recipes
A few fun eats to try on Thanksgiving with your kiddoes:
Adorable & easy cinnamon roll turkeys to eat while watching the parade
These mini pumpkin and apple pies are a delish, sweet treat for the kids’ table
This mac & cheese is the perfect way to sneak veggies onto your toddler’s plate
That’s all for this week! Thank you for subscribing to Mom Mail ❤️
Xo, Mads