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I stopped overpacking for our toddler — here’s the exact list I use now — the ruthless edit, what got cut, what earned its place

After one too many trips with bags full of untouched toddler gear, I created a much shorter packing list that actually works.

Ash Kaushik

Father with a toddler boy standing on beach on summer holiday, having fun.

Travel Featured

We ditched the itinerary. Slow travel with a toddler – one neighborhood, one week, why it beat every packed trip.

Traveling with a toddler became surprisingly enjoyable once we stopped racing between attractions and gave ourselves permission to slow down.

Ash Kaushik

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Parenting Featured

10 ‘innocent’ words kids say that parents should correct immediately

Many children say these words without thinking, which makes them the perfect opportunity to teach healthier communication.

Ash Kaushik

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Parenting Featured

16 important lessons to teach your daughter before she turns 16

The values your daughter learns before 16 can shape the woman she becomes.

Ash Kaushik

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Featured France Travel

9 things I learned about myself while wandering Paris

My favorite souvenir from Paris wasn't something I bought, it was the lessons I learned about myself.

Ash Kaushik

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France Featured Travel

8 times Paris lived up to its romantic reputation (and once it didn’t)

Paris is called the City of Love for a reason, and during our visit, it gave us plenty of unforgettable romantic moments, though one experience ... Read more

Ash Kaushik

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Life & Everything Else Parenting

7 childhood fears we all had & 7 that still haunt us

We outgrew plenty of childhood fears, but these seven apparently didn't get the message.

Ash Kaushik December 10, 2025

Travel Featured

I stopped overpacking for our toddler — here’s the exact list I use now — the ruthless edit, what got cut, what earned its place

Ash Kaushik October 10, 2026

Travel Featured

I stopped overpacking for our toddler — here’s the exact list I use now — the ruthless edit, what got cut, what earned its place

We ditched the itinerary. Slow travel with a toddler – one neighborhood, one week, why it beat every packed trip.

10 ‘innocent’ words kids say that parents should correct immediately

16 important lessons to teach your daughter before she turns 16

9 things I learned about myself while wandering Paris

8 times Paris lived up to its romantic reputation (and once it didn’t)

7 childhood fears we all had & 7 that still haunt us

I stopped overpacking for our toddler — here’s the exact list I use now — the ruthless edit, what got cut, what earned its place

We ditched the itinerary. Slow travel with a toddler – one neighborhood, one week, why it beat every packed trip.

10 things that should never be on your teen’s study table

10 European cities that are surprisingly easy to explore with kids