If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to figure out what baby gear you actually need… you’re not alone.

In this episode of Tiny Travelers, Sarah sits down with baby gear expert and registry consultant Taylor Vanderwolk to talk about how to simplify baby gear decisions for both everyday life and travel.

From choosing the right stroller and navigating car seat decisions to creating a safe sleep setup away from home, Taylor shares practical, real-life advice to help parents pack less, stress less, and feel more confident in their choices.

And if you’re planning a trip and want to avoid bringing everything with you, you can use code TINYTRAVELERS for $20 off your BabyQuip rental.

Whether you’re building your registry, preparing for your first trip, or just trying to cut through the noise — this episode will help you focus on what actually matters.

🎧 What You’ll Learn

• How to decide what baby gear to bring, rent, or leave at home
• The difference between travel strollers and everyday strollers
• What parents should know about car seats for flights and travel
• How to create a safe and consistent sleep setup away from home
• Why renting baby gear can reduce stress and decision fatigue
• Minimalist packing strategies for traveling with babies and toddlers
• What baby gear you actually need vs what you can skip

👤 About Our Guest

Taylor Vanderwolk is a Baby Gear Expert and Registry Consultant dedicated to helping families prepare for parenthood with clarity and confidence. She specializes in helping parents build thoughtful registries and make smart, practical decisions about baby gear that align with their lifestyle.

🔗 Resources & Links

Free Virtual Target Baby Concierge Consults (through Tot Squad) with Taylor

Taylor-Made Baby Co.

👉 Baby gear rentals: BabyQuip.com
👉 Use code TINYTRAVELERS for $20 off your order

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Know a new or expecting parent who’s overwhelmed by baby gear decisions? Send them this episode — it might save them time, money, and a whole lot of stress.

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Tiny Travelers: Holiday Travel Hacks for Families
Brought to you by BabyQuip

Holiday travel with kids doesn’t have to feel chaotic. In this episode, we break down simple, realistic strategies to help families move through the busiest travel season with more ease, more comfort, and a lot less stress. From preparing before you leave to staying flexible on the road, these tips will help you feel more confident, organized, and ready for anything the holidays throw your way.

We also talk about how to travel lighter, create smoother routines while you're away from home, and make the journey feel more enjoyable for everyone. Whether you're flying, driving, or staying with relatives, this episode is packed with practical guidance for parents who want to make holiday travel less overwhelming.

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Save $20 on baby gear rentals over $100 with the code TINYTRAVELERS.

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If you’ve ever found yourself cramming into a “suite” that was really just a glorified hallway — or trying to make an itinerary work for a whole family — this episode is for you.

We’re joined by Thilmin Gee, a family travel specialist and mom of 5-year-old twins who knows firsthand how the right accommodations can make or break a trip. After experiencing several travel mishaps early on, Thilmin made it her mission to match parents full itineraries for them based on local parent recommendations. Parents can customize these itineraries through Togethr AI capabilities.

With her background as a “travel warrior” who’s lived in LA, Japan, New York, and now the Bay Area — and explored everywhere from Southeast Asia to cross-country U.S. road trips — Thilmin brings a rare mix of global experience and practical parent insight.

From avoiding the most common hotel-booking mistakes parents make to choosing accommodations that match your kids’ routines, this episode will help you skip the chaos and create smoother, more restful family trips.

✨ Just a few of the questions we tackled in this episode:

• What should parents look for when booking a hotel for young kids?
• How can I find real suites and true connecting rooms (not “maybe on arrival”)?
• What hotel amenities matter most — and which ones aren’t worth the hype?
• Are some destinations more family-accommodation-friendly than others?
• What travel mistakes did Thilmin make early on that she wants other parents to avoid?

CONNECT WITH THILMIN: traveltogethr.com and instagram.com/travel.togethr

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If this episode helped you feel more confident choosing the right hotel or vacation rental for your family, send it to a fellow parent planning their next trip. And if you haven’t yet, subscribe and leave a review — it helps more families discover Tiny Travelers and travel smarter.

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Tiny Travelers show. See you next week!