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How to bring the kids on vacation without losing your mind

Parents may expect their kids to behave better while on holiday. We’re setting ourselves up for disappointment. 

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The excitement and unpredictability of a vacation can be overwhelming for young children.

The excitement and unpredictability of a vacation can be overwhelming for young children.

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June Yong

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The bags were packed, itinerary set, and visions of family fun and bonding ran through my mind.

After three months of planning, we were finally on our family vacation to Melbourne some years ago with my three children, then aged four to eight. 

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