If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to figure out what baby gear you actually need… you’re not alone.

In this episode of Tiny Travelers, Sarah sits down with baby gear expert and registry consultant Taylor Vanderwolk to talk about how to simplify baby gear decisions for both everyday life and travel.

From choosing the right stroller and navigating car seat decisions to creating a safe sleep setup away from home, Taylor shares practical, real-life advice to help parents pack less, stress less, and feel more confident in their choices.

And if you’re planning a trip and want to avoid bringing everything with you, you can use code TINYTRAVELERS for $20 off your BabyQuip rental.

Whether you’re building your registry, preparing for your first trip, or just trying to cut through the noise — this episode will help you focus on what actually matters.

🎧 What You’ll Learn

• How to decide what baby gear to bring, rent, or leave at home
• The difference between travel strollers and everyday strollers
• What parents should know about car seats for flights and travel
• How to create a safe and consistent sleep setup away from home
• Why renting baby gear can reduce stress and decision fatigue
• Minimalist packing strategies for traveling with babies and toddlers
• What baby gear you actually need vs what you can skip

👤 About Our Guest

Taylor Vanderwolk is a Baby Gear Expert and Registry Consultant dedicated to helping families prepare for parenthood with clarity and confidence. She specializes in helping parents build thoughtful registries and make smart, practical decisions about baby gear that align with their lifestyle.

🔗 Resources & Links

Free Virtual Target Baby Concierge Consults (through Tot Squad) with Taylor

Taylor-Made Baby Co.

👉 Baby gear rentals: BabyQuip.com
👉 Use code TINYTRAVELERS for $20 off your order

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Tiny Travelers: Holiday Travel Hacks for Families
Brought to you by BabyQuip

Holiday travel with kids doesn’t have to feel chaotic. In this episode, we break down simple, realistic strategies to help families move through the busiest travel season with more ease, more comfort, and a lot less stress. From preparing before you leave to staying flexible on the road, these tips will help you feel more confident, organized, and ready for anything the holidays throw your way.

We also talk about how to travel lighter, create smoother routines while you're away from home, and make the journey feel more enjoyable for everyone. Whether you're flying, driving, or staying with relatives, this episode is packed with practical guidance for parents who want to make holiday travel less overwhelming.

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If you’ve ever found yourself cramming into a “suite” that was really just a glorified hallway — or trying to make an itinerary work for a whole family — this episode is for you.

We’re joined by Thilmin Gee, a family travel specialist and mom of 5-year-old twins who knows firsthand how the right accommodations can make or break a trip. After experiencing several travel mishaps early on, Thilmin made it her mission to match parents full itineraries for them based on local parent recommendations. Parents can customize these itineraries through Togethr AI capabilities.

With her background as a “travel warrior” who’s lived in LA, Japan, New York, and now the Bay Area — and explored everywhere from Southeast Asia to cross-country U.S. road trips — Thilmin brings a rare mix of global experience and practical parent insight.

From avoiding the most common hotel-booking mistakes parents make to choosing accommodations that match your kids’ routines, this episode will help you skip the chaos and create smoother, more restful family trips.

✨ Just a few of the questions we tackled in this episode:

• What should parents look for when booking a hotel for young kids?
• How can I find real suites and true connecting rooms (not “maybe on arrival”)?
• What hotel amenities matter most — and which ones aren’t worth the hype?
• Are some destinations more family-accommodation-friendly than others?
• What travel mistakes did Thilmin make early on that she wants other parents to avoid?

CONNECT WITH THILMIN: traveltogethr.com and instagram.com/travel.togethr

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Traveling with little ones? Skip the overpacking — rent clean, safe baby gear at your destination, from cribs and car seats to strollers and beach toys. Save $20 on your $100 rental with code TINYTRAVELERS at babyquip.com

SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW

If this episode helped you feel more confident choosing the right hotel or vacation rental for your family, send it to a fellow parent planning their next trip. And if you haven’t yet, subscribe and leave a review — it helps more families discover Tiny Travelers and travel smarter.

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Tiny Travelers show. See you next week!

If you’ve ever come home from a family vacation more stressed about your credit card bill than refreshed from the trip — this episode is for you.

We’re joined by John De Goey, a certified financial planner and portfolio manager who’s helped countless families plan smarter, spend with purpose, and still enjoy meaningful travel. John shares practical strategies for saving ahead, setting realistic budgets, and avoiding those sneaky “budget busters” that derail trips — all without losing the joy (or the occasional splurge) that makes family travel special.

From mapping out every likely expense before you leave, to teaching kids about money along the way, John’s advice will help you trade post-trip debt for peace of mind — and maybe even extra gelato money.

✨ Just a few of the questions we tackled in this episode:

• How can I budget for a family vacation without going into debt?
• What hidden travel costs should I plan for when traveling with kids?
• Is it worth having a separate travel savings account for family trips?
• How can I use credit card points or rewards to save on family travel?
• What are the most common money mistakes parents make on vacation?

CONNECT WITH JOHN: https://www.johndegoey.ca/

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Traveling with little ones? Skip the overpacking — rent clean, safe baby gear at your destination, from cribs and car seats to strollers and beach toys. Save $20 on your $100 rental with code TINYTRAVELERS at babyquip.com

SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW
If this episode helped you feel more confident about budgeting for your next trip, send it to a fellow parent in the planning stage. And if you haven’t yet, subscribe and leave a review — it helps more families discover Tiny Travelers and travel smarter.

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Tiny Travelers show. See you next week!

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to travel with young kids—and wished you had real-time support—you’re not alone. This episode is for parents navigating the chaos of packing, planning, and problem-solving on the go.

We’re joined by Nicky Rishi, twin mom and founder of Miss Poppins, an AI-powered parenting platform that offers expert-backed support through every phase of the parenting journey. From coaching through travel stress and jet lag, to packing minimalist (yes, even with twins!), to using vendors like BabyQuip to lighten the load, Nicky shares her philosophy of disrupting parenting by building community and instant access to the help parents actually need.

💬 Just a few of the questions we explored in this episode:

• How can I get parenting support while traveling with kids?

• What are the most useful things to pack—or rent—for travel with kids?

• How do I manage toddler routines and meltdowns during family trips?

• Is it okay to ask for help or outsource tasks while on vacation with kids?

• How can I pack lighter for family travel without forgetting essentials?

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

• Learn more about Miss Poppins: https://www.misspoppins.io

• Follow Nicky on Instagram: @knowwithnicky

• Connect with BabyQuip: @babyquip

MORE FROM BABYQUIP:

🧳 Traveling with little ones? Rent clean, safe baby gear at your destination—cribs, strollers, blackout tents, and more. Save $20 on your $100 rental with code TINYTRAVELERS at babyquip.com

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If this episode helped you feel more supported as a parent on the move, share it with a friend or leave a review—it helps more families discover Tiny Travelers.

Thanks for listening, and see you next week!

If you’ve ever tried pumping in a public restroom, panicked over spilled milk mid-road trip, or wondered how you’re supposed to keep up with breastfeeding while traveling—this episode is for you.

We’re joined by Nickey Ramsey, founder of Junobie: the eco-friendly breast milk storage brand turned AI-powered lactation support platform. Nickey shares how her own frustrating experience as a working, traveling, breastfeeding mom led her to invent smart solutions—from reusable milk bags to software that helps moms find and book lactation rooms wherever they go.

We talk about everything from TSA rules and travel essentials for pumping moms to the emotional toll of returning to work while breastfeeding—and how a little support can make all the difference.

✨ Just a few of the questions we tackled in this episode:

• How do I store and transport breast milk when traveling with a baby?
• What are the TSA rules for flying with breast milk?
• How do I find a lactation room at the airport or while traveling?
• What essentials do breastfeeding moms need when traveling with a baby?
• How can working moms get support for pumping at work or on the go?

🧳 RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

• Learn more about Nickey’s platform: junobie.com
• Follow Junobie on Instagram: @junobie

MORE FROM BABYQUIP:
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Traveling with little ones? Rent clean, safe baby gear at your destination and save $20 on your $100 rental with code TINYTRAVELERS at babyquip.com

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If this episode helped you feel more confident about breastfeeding on the go, send it to a fellow parent who could use the same boost. And if you haven’t yet, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review—it helps more families discover Tiny Travelers.

Thanks for listening—see you next week!

Planning a family trip and not sure whether to book a hotel or rental? You’re not alone.

As a mom of two and frequent traveler, Dana Abraham knows the difference between a trip that works for your family and one that falls apart by bedtime. After one too many stays that looked great online but failed in real life, Dana started asking better questions. Questions like: Is there enough space for a stroller? Are there blackout shades? Does it even feel safe with toddlers?

In this episode, Dana shares how rethinking the way we choose where we stay can reduce stress, save time, and help the whole family adjust better while traveling. We also talk about balancing convenience with comfort, how to know when it’s time to leave a place early (yes, really), and what to consider before clicking “book.”.

✨ Just a few of the questions we covered in this episode:

• What should I look for in a hotel when traveling with toddlers or babies?
• Is it better to stay in a hotel or vacation rental with young kids?
• How can I make traveling with kids less stressful and more enjoyable?
• What baby gear should I rent instead of packing for a family trip?
• How do I keep my baby’s sleep schedule while on vacation?

📍Learn more about Dana and KidGo:
Website: kidgotravel.com
Instagram: @kidgo.travel

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Follow us on Instagram: @babyquip

🛒 Traveling with little ones? Don’t pack the whole house. Rent clean, safe 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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If this episode made your next trip feel a little more doable, send it to a friend who’s deep in the planning stage too. And if you haven’t yet, please subscribe and leave a review. Your support helps other families discover Tiny Travelers.

Thanks so much for tuning in. See you next week!

Trying to reduce waste as a new parent? You’re not alone.

Ben Norment and his wife were determined to shop secondhand and make sustainable choices from day one, but the reality was messy: porch pickups gone wrong, wasted time, and gear that didn’t deliver. So they built Stork Exchange, a platform that makes it easier for parents to shop open-box and returned baby gear from brands they trust.

Now a dad of two (soon to be three!), Ben joins us to talk about sustainable parenting without the guilt, his favorite secondhand baby items, and what it’s really like to travel internationally with little kids.

He also shares how dads can take a more active role, and why being sustainable as a family isn’t just better for the planet. It’s also way less stressful.

✨ Just a few of the questions we cover in this episode:

• Is it safe to buy open-box or secondhand baby gear?
• What baby items can I rent or borrow for a trip instead of packing?
• Do I really need to bring a stroller when traveling with toddlers?
• How can dads take a more active role in sustainable parenting?
• What’s the best way to pack light when flying with young kids?
  
  

If you’re rethinking what it means to travel light or just want to feel less wasteful as a parent, this episode will help you skip the stress and still do what’s right.

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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

👉 Learn more about Stork Exchange: storkexchange.co
👉 Follow Ben’s journey: @storkexchange

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