431: 3 Road Trip Hacks for Traveling with Kids // Brittney Hanks

431: 3 Road Trip Hacks for Traveling with Kids // Brittney Hanks

Author: Cloud10 May 26, 2025 Duration: 38:49
Summer is almost here… which means it’s road trip season! If you’re gearing up for some long drives with your kids in tow, this episode is packed with practical tips to help make those hours in the car smoother, more fun, and a little less chaotic.    Brittney Hanks—mom of four and the genius behind Home and Kind—is here to share her favorite road trip hacks that she’s developed over years of cross-country drives with her kids. She’s all about simple systems that ease the mental load for moms and bring more connection and joy into everyday moments. Whether you're a seasoned road tripper or just trying to survive your first long haul with littles, Brittany’s creative ideas will have you feeling calm, confident, and ready to roll. In this episode, you’ll learn: 🚗 A clever way to visually track your progress (and keep kids from asking “Are we there yet?” every five minutes) 🚗 How to turn a gas station stop into a fun, energy-boosting family relay 🚗 The best podcasts and audiobooks for a variety of ages that the whole family will enjoy 🚗 Why embracing flexibility—and letting some of your usual rules slide—can actually lead to more meaningful connection You’ll come away from this conversation feeling inspired and equipped to make your summer road trips less stressful and a lot more special. For full show notes, including takeaways, click here. *** Announcements: Click here to receive my Travel Hacks for Families handout Related Episodes: 402: How to Travel More as a Family without Breaking the Bank // Amber Paul 363: Tips & Tricks for Family Travel // Meesha Slade 370: How to Adventure As a Family // Chamaine WollenzeinEpisode Sponsors: Zocdoc: Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to Zocdoc.com/3in30 to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Storyworth: Give the “dads” in your life a unique, heartfelt gift you’ll all cherish for years—Storyworth! Right now, save $10 during their Father’s Day sale when you go to Storyworth.com/3in30! Skylight: Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15-inch Calendars by going to Skylightcal.com/takeaways. Aquatru: Today my listeners receive 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier! Just go to AquaTru.com and enter code “3IN30” at checkout. Let's Connect! Join me on Instagram! Get weekly-ish emails with BTS of my life Find Your Magic in Motherhood: Free 3-Day Email Course ***

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435: How to Make Decisions Without Overthinking // Kendra Adachi [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:34
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434: How to Actually Enjoy Summer as a Mom [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:06
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430: Plan Meaningful Family Travel Without the Stress // Meggie Busath [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:33
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429: How Ordinary Moms Can Make a Difference // Sharon McMahon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:22
If you’ve ever felt like the problems of the world are too big, and your influence is too small to matter, this conversation with Sharon McMahon will help you realize how powerful even just your small actions can be. Sha…
427: A Simple Framework for a "Balanced" Summer // Jenny Layton [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:18
As moms, summer can feel like both a dream and a juggling act. We want to make magical memories for our families… but we also crave order, rest, and a little bit of time for ourselves. So, how do we actually find balance…