I didn’t grow up traveling.
Hey, I’m Jennifer — and if you’re anything like me, you didn’t grow up hopping on planes or collecting passport stamps.
I was raised by a Vietnamese refugee mom who worked nonstop — like 6am to 10pm kind of nonstop — running her printing shop to support our family.
My childhood memories are filled with afternoons watching dubbed “phim tàu” Chinese dramas with my grandma, sneaking in TV and video game time, and going to church with my brother and sister.
Travel? That just wasn’t in the picture.
🌏 The Trip That Changed Everything
Everything shifted in college when I studied abroad in Vietnam. Suddenly I was surrounded by the hum of motorbikes, smoky street food stalls, and this completely different rhythm of life. It cracked something open in me — a sense of curiosity I didn’t even know I had.
I wanted more. More places, more flavors, more stories.
💬 I Swiped Right on a Travel Buddy
Then I met Bryan — total travel guy, gym rat, and the only dating app match I’m truly grateful for. We hit it off and started exploring together: Japan, Australia, the Philippines. Just the two of us, soaking up the world one trip at a time.
✈️ Now We Travel With Two Tiny Humans
Now we’re traveling with Serena (4) and Huntington (2) — our spunky, wildlly observant girl and our chill, snack-loving little guy.
Family travel hits different.
Less “wander and explore” and more “Google Maps to the nearest playground, stat.”
But honestly? These messy, snack-filled, meltdown-prone adventures are some of the most meaningful ones yet.
💛 Why I Started Diapers to Destinations
We’ve taken 20+ flights with our kids and learned a lot along the way — often the hard way.
That’s why I started Diapers to Destinations: to share the real stuff I wish someone had told me.
If you’re here wondering how the heck to travel with little kids (or if you even should)… I hope this space helps you feel a little more prepared and a whole lot less alone.
Even if your first adventure is just a walk to the park with a diaper bag that weighs more than your child — hey, that counts. You’re doing it.
Let’s make it a good one.
🧳 What You’ll Find on Diapers To Destinations
If you’ve ever thought, “Can I travel with a toddler and survive?” — same.
If you’ve got little kids and you’re wondering if travel is even worth the effort… you’re my kind of people.
This blog is where I share all the stuff I wish I had when we started traveling with little kids:
- Real talk about flying, road-tripping, and surviving hotel rooms with make-shift diaper changing stations
- Packing lists, planning tips, and gear recs (the kind that actually work for real-life parents)
- Kid-friendly destinations (that aren’t tourist traps or total chaos)
- Encouragement and survival tips to help you feel a little more prepared… or at least a little less alone
Whether you’re planning a big trip or just attempting a family outing without forgetting someone’s shoes, I’ve got you.
And if you want to swap stories with other parents who get it, come hang out in my Facebook group: Traveling With Babies, Toddlers, and Kids. It’s a no-judgment zone for questions, tips, and solidarity.
