How do you cope

I’ve got a nearly two year old and we’re away on Holliday next year for a weddding and he will be 2.5 by then but I think he’s autistic with certain things he does. I’m pregnant and due in December and not sure how people do it as the baby will be 5 months old when we go and what do I take or need on Holliday. Do I need to take a pram ? It all seems to much and is stressing me out. My niece is getting married on the Holliday to and I’m maid of honour and it just seems so much. How do people cope when taking babies, toddlers away
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On our last holiday my eldest was about to turn 2 and my youngest was 6 weeks. It was hard and me and my partner really had to communicate and work as a team. If it’s a wedding will you have family to lean on? It’s hard work but we’ve booked two holidays for this year so not enough to put us off. And 100% take a pram, you’ll need it more than most other things. Depending where you’re going you could also get nappies etc out there to save space in the case. Also a baby carrier or sling will be a must for the plane

Sounds like you're an over thinker. All you need is the same things you use daily. Bring a travel stroller Breathe mama you know what you need you've got it.

Thanks girls

I also have a 7 year old, well he will be 8 when we go away and he is a lovely help too. It frightens me as being away in a different country with a baby and my toddler. I do have family to lean on but I hate putting on to family. I dont have my mam for help anymore as she passed away in 2023. I miss her so much. She was the best help. Do prams just go through with the suit cases ?

Your 8 year old will help a lot I suspect as they’re not a toddler anymore. Family will be a huge help just holding the baby etc, it will be easier than you think honestly! You take your pram right to the plane and give it to them when you board so you have it in the airport.

Let your family help. You have the village around you utilize it. Were not meant to do it all alone and be super mama. Let's normalize accepting the help that's around us.

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