"I promise, nobody's going to ask you to create a whole new house or completely babyproof every square inch of your home before your kids and grandkids come visit. However, there are a few things you can do that would ease the stress and worries of traveling for the holidays. Maybe you can't be on the plane to help your toddler grandson from crying, but you could meet them at the airport"
"Don't overschedule your family. I know you want to take everyone to the local Christmas tree farm and then to your church's caroling service and then out to dinner with neighbors and then home for cards, but listen - having kids at Christmas is already a lot. Maybe you've forgotten about how hard it was when your own were little or you just didn't think things through, but try not to overschedule everyone while they're at your house."
Grandparents can reduce holiday travel stress by providing practical help such as meeting arrivals with borrowed car seats and having a ready meal that accommodates dietary restrictions like gluten-free needs. Complete home renovations or full babyproofing are not required; small, thoughtful accommodations can ease parental worries. Hosts should avoid an overly packed itinerary and allow for naps, downtime, and flexibility in plans. Guests with young children may need to skip some activities. Prioritizing comfort, simple logistics, and flexibility makes multi-generational holiday visits more enjoyable for everyone.
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