New York
T, her daddy and I are heading to New York this week.
This is the first of two trips we’re making to the States in quick succession so I figure this trip is the one where I’ll pack all the wrong stuff. By trip number two in November, fingers crossed, I’ll have it nailed.
It’s so hard to know what to take… do we lug the car seat for taxi rides or do we just opt for public transport and sling it all the way? Should we bring a lightweight pushchair or just buy one if we need it when we get there? It’s tricky to know what’s best.
I’m also resigned to the fact T will have to do without home cooked meals and survive on baby jars for the duration.
The last time I was in New York I flew in from LA for a fun weekend with the girls. Prior to that it was business trips so it will be interesting to see how those times compare to visiting as a family.
My husband’s a bit anxious about how T will fare on the flight. I’m not worried about that at all. I’m more concerned about how we’ll fare with her waking up every morning at 2am East Coast Time as she won’t understand the time difference. I guess we’ll just have to have lots of early nights!
Aside from the sleep issue I’m really looking forward to getting away for a few days and catching up with family and friends who will be meeting T for the very first time. It’s our first trip back to America since we moved back to London last year and I can’t wait!
Photo credit: ShedBoy
Nadz replied:
I’m not a Mum, but having braved the New York City public transport system a number of times in my life, I would suggest going for the sling if using the subway or buses. It’d be much easier.
Hope you all have a fabulous time in NYC.
Nx
October 18, 2010 at 10:20 am. Permalink.
Not So Yummy Mummy replied:
Thank you!
October 18, 2010 at 10:33 am. Permalink.
21stcenturymummy replied:
I’m so jealous. Have a lovely time x
October 19, 2010 at 12:40 pm. Permalink.
Not So Yummy Mummy replied:
Thank you, I’m praying we don’t miss the flight…I haven’t even started packing yet…!
October 19, 2010 at 2:09 pm. Permalink.
New York part two « Not So Yummy Mummy's Blog replied:
[...] Last time I thought I was organised by packing T’s things the night before and that I’d have plenty of time to pack my things on the morning of departure. Big mistake. This time round I’m determined to avoid last month’s fiasco so I’ve packed our things two days prior to departure. [...]
November 30, 2010 at 10:45 am. Permalink.