Jen Alvarez

During the initial year of life, infants progress from babbling to engaging with sounds, imitating them, and combining them. It is around the age of 12 months when they may begin uttering their first words.  Typically, initial vocabulary often consists of basic greetings such as "hi" or "bye-bye," as well as tangible and concrete terms like the names of family members ("mama" or "dada"), pets ("doggy" or "kitty"), or food items ("cookie," "juice," or "milk").

Traveling with children can be demanding, but some careful planning can alleviate the stress parents often experience. When embarking on family trips with kids, you may encounter extended plane, bus, or train rides. For newborns and infants, road trips are generally considered the safest choice. Just ensure that you have a correctly installed infant car seat and remember to take periodic breaks.