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Make Sure Your Next Family Road Trip Doesn’t Turn Into a Disaster

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May 22, 2020 by Home Jobs By Mom
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Make Sure Your Next Family Road Trip Doesn’t Turn Into a DisasterOur family spends a lot of time taking road trips up and down the east coast. A disabled car or accident, while your kids are in the car, can frazzle even the most seasoned driver.

Being prepared in case anything bad happens during your family road trip will keep you from being unnecessarily worried in an already stressful situation.

Pack an emergency kit with supplies for your family road trip

Every mom knows that you need to have certain supplies on hand when you’re traveling with kids. If your car is disabled, it’s important to have snacks, water, an emergency blanket, and a first aid kit.

Depending on your children's ages, you may also need a change of clothes and diapers. Wipes and a trash bag come in handy no matter the age of your family members.

Keep a dedicated car charger for your phone

The most valuable piece of safety equipment in your car is your phone. You can use it to call for help, to send your location, and to take pictures or look up information in case of an accident.

But, none of this does any good if your battery is dead. Keep a dedicated phone charger in your car to give your phone a boost if necessary.

Keep updated copies of paperwork in the glove box for your family road trip

Make sure you have the latest copies of the vehicle registration and current proof of insurance card. Even if you’re not driving, you should always carry some sort of identification like a driver’s license, and your health insurance card.

Input critical health information into your phone


Lawyers recommend you enable the emergency contact feature of your phone. 

In case you’re incapacitated, first responders will have emergency contact information for you and your kids. Enter current medications, conditions, and health details in the Health section of your iPhone.

You should also know how to access a copy of your most recent HIPAA form so hospital employees can contact your spouse or designated agent if necessary.

Know if you have a spare tire and how to get to it

The most common issue you can experience while driving is a flat tire. Most modern cars don’t come with a full-size spare tire.

Before you pack everyone into your car for a fun family road trip, check the owner's manual to see what size spare you have and where it’s located.

If it looks like your luggage will block access to your jack and spare tire, have a plan for unloading and reloading your cargo if necessary. 

Stay buckled in the car if the car is disabled


There is nothing scarier than standing on the side of a highway with cars driving past. If you have flares or emergency reflectors, place them and get back in the car as quickly as possible.

Reports indicate that fatal accidents are most common for pedestrians between the ages of 20-34. The wind-generated from a passing car can easily knock you over if you are changing a tire or checking fluids. Highway vehicle speeds increase both the likelihood of being struck by a car and the severity of the injury.

ConclusionMake Sure Your Next Family Road Trip Doesn’t Turn Into a Disaster

Even experienced travelers on a short trip can struggle without the right supplies. With a wealth of family road trip experience, I wouldn’t leave the house without these important things.  

 

Make sure you’re prepared to handle anything that comes your way so you can keep stress at a minimum every time you hop in the car.

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  1. Marty Robbins

    May 25, 2020 at 4:13 pm

    With older children, we always have issues and problems of them getting bored because we never seem to pick the correct spot for our family trips, so any help with making these trips more enjoyable are appreciated.

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    • Home Jobs By Mom

      June 2, 2020 at 3:37 pm

      Personally I think kids will complain no matter where they are lol. But anything that will make the next family road trip a bit easier on the parents I am for!

      Reply
  2. Linda Linneman

    May 25, 2020 at 6:09 am

    Our family is taking a road trip in a few weeks to Yellowstone National Park. This is such great information and reminders for our safety. Thank you so much for sharing

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    • Home Jobs By Mom

      June 2, 2020 at 3:35 pm

      Oh, that sounds fun. My aunt lives near Yellowstone Park. Have a safe trip!

      Reply
  3. Dana Rodriguez

    May 22, 2020 at 4:39 pm

    These are great tips. I have heard of so many people getting hit when their car breaks down.

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    • Home Jobs By Mom

      June 2, 2020 at 3:16 pm

      It’s terrifying breaking down on the side of a highway!

      Reply
  4. gloria patterson

    July 6, 2019 at 6:16 pm

    WOW I am so impressed with this list. Have been traveling for years and several of these things I never would have though of. But the one that really caught me — Keep a dedicated car charger for your phone

    Will be sharing this with family and friends

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    • Home Jobs By Mom

      July 8, 2019 at 5:11 pm

      Yes, a phone charger is a must in the car!

      Reply
  5. Kristi

    June 2, 2019 at 9:39 pm

    These are all really important tips. I had not thought about putting emergency contact info in the phone in case of something happening, but it’s a very good idea.

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    • Home Jobs By Mom

      June 19, 2019 at 1:07 pm

      Emergency info in the phone is a must! To make your Medical ID available from the Lock screen on your iPhone, turn on Show When Locked. In an emergency, this gives information to people who want to help.

      Reply
  6. Calvin

    March 26, 2019 at 8:45 am

    I’ll be sure to reinforce my checks on the vehicle, and avoid these problems. Prevention is always key.

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    • Home Jobs By Mom

      March 28, 2019 at 8:08 am

      We can never be too safe 🙂

      Reply
  7. Jodi Hunter

    March 11, 2019 at 11:29 am

    This was such an incredibly helpful post. I would not have thought of some of these things.

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    • Home Jobs By Mom

      March 14, 2019 at 4:58 pm

      I hope these tips will help you on your next family road trip and make it the best ever!

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