Children often demand a lot of attention during long trips. Whether for frequent bathroom breaks, medical requirements, or just sheer boredom, it's important to consider kids' needs when deciding on what to pack for them.

It's possible that your kids might get really sick, run out of clothes, nag you to death, and even have to go bathroom every thirty minutes. Being well prepared will make it a more relaxing trip. Bring extra clothes, entertainment, and plenty of quick snacks. Be sure there are enough potty stops along the way as well.

Long car trips really test the bond of your family, you will need frequent stops for going potty, and for getting enough food and water. Children get bored FAST so this is where entertainment is a MUST. They will be uncomfortable no matter where you're traveling, so to save yourself some stress by packing enough entertainment to occupy them. Traveling time is perfect for gameboys or other electronic toys.

Electronics work well to keep them occupied, but if you get tired of the beeps and buzzing sounds, family games can be fun too. Playing something as a family like 20 questions, the license plate game, slug bug (if you don't get too serious). Making up your own game is even more fun!

Medications are very important to remember. Along with any regular medication, it helps to pack something to alleviate motion sickness, especially for trips on cruises, planes, or trains.