Kids / 10 March, 2026 / My Baba

Parental Control, Ep 128: The Travel Mum’s Guide To Stress-Free Travel With Kids

Travelling with children can feel overwhelming. From packing and planning to keeping little ones entertained on long journeys. But according to family travel expert Jen Carr, it doesn’t have to be stressful or expensive.

Jen is the founder of The Travel Mum, a hugely popular online platform where she shares some of the best affordable holiday deals for families throughout the week, alongside practical advice for travelling with children. Through her website and community, she has helped thousands of parents feel more confident about taking trips with their kids, from newborns to school age.

Now, with the launch of her new book Yes, You Can Travel With Kids, Jen is on a mission to show parents that family travel really can be enjoyable — even with babies, toddlers and unpredictable schedules.

In this interview, Jen shares her own experiences of travelling with children, the biggest fears parents have about family holidays, the money mistakes many families make when booking trips, and the simple mindset shifts that can make travelling with kids feel far more relaxed.

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About Jen Carr

Jen Carr is widely known online as The Travel Mum, a fast-rising voice in the world of affordable, DIY family travel. Jen has built a trusted online community by helping families take brilliant holidays on a budget, offering practical, step-by-step guidance on how to find great value trips without compromising on experience.

Yes, You Can Travel With Kids – Out Now

When Jenna Carr became a mum, she refused to give up her love for travel, and has spent the last six years showing parents how to travel with kids effectively. Now, in Yes, You Can Travel With Kids, Jenna is sharing everything she knows, including:

How to plan cost-effective adventures, including setting a realistic budget and finding cheap flights
The best destinations to consider, from holidays abroad to staycations
Ways to keep the kids entertained from journey to destination
Tips for travelling confidently with a bump, newborn, toddlers and big kids
Easy-to-use packing checklists and budget trackers

Full of relatable anecdotes and empowering travel hacks, this book equips you with the tools you need to make family travel a reality. Because no matter your budget or travel experience, you can create amazing memories with your little ones without spending a fortune.

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