5 Road Trip Essentials Every Parent Needs

Planning a road trip with kids? Here are five must-haves that will make the drive smoother for everyone.

1. A Comfortable Travel Pillow Long drives mean nap time. A good travel pillow keeps little heads supported and prevents that uncomfortable head drop we all know too well. Our Kids Car Sleeping Pillow was designed exactly for this.

2. Snack Organizer Hungry kids are cranky kids. Pack a small organizer with pre-portioned snacks they can reach on their own.

3. Entertainment Backup Tablets die. Download shows and games offline before you leave. Pack coloring books and crayons as a screen-free backup.

4. A Change of Clothes Within Reach Spills happen. Keep one change of clothes in the backseat, not buried in the trunk.

5. Frequent Stop Planning Plan stops every 2 hours. Let kids stretch, run, and burn energy. Everyone gets back in the car happier.