The dilemma a lot of parents face is taking a pram on holiday with you, especially when you are travelling by plane. It can be a daunting prospect if you are a first-time parent, but if you are well prepared, it is much easier. Versatile 3 in 1 prams are a great option when travelling as you won’t have to compromise your child’s safety and comfort.

Travelling by car

This is the easiest way to go on holiday with your child as you are not limited as to what you can take. You will have enough space to take a pram as well as any extra accessories your baby might need. In addition, it can be a leisurely journey, not restricted to time scales which is less stressful. You don’t have to worry about weight restrictions or overpacking, as long as everything fits into your car and you don’t take everything but the kitchen sink!

Travelling by plane

Flying can be a little more of a challenge, especially if you haven’t travelled with a baby before. This is usually because you are more likely to be stressed and anxious as you have an extra person to be responsible for when going through the various stages of flying: security, passport control, and boarding. Taking a pram is extra luggage to take with you so before booking flights, you should check to see if you would be additionally charged; most airlines will let you put a pram and travel seat in the hold at no extra cost. You should consider taking a baby carrier/sling to the airport as it would provide your baby with extra comfort as airport lounges tend to be noisy. Furthermore, it will free up your hands which makes going through security and handing over passports and tickets when boarding, making it a lot easier when you will also need to carry luggage with you.

Best time to travel and destination

When looking at booking a holiday, whether it is a staycation or a vacation, you should consider the type of terrain you will be in. You can then adjust what you are packing to suit the right climate and terrain which will make it much more comfortable for you and your child. In will also help you to decide if somewhere is pushchair friendly as it could become an issue if all the street is cobbles or the destination is rather rocky. Time is an important factor to consider, especially if you are flying as you need to stick to a schedule. Try to book a flight when its usually your child’s nap time. It is a lot easier if you are travelling by car as you are not restricted to leaving at a set time. No matter how you are travelling, leaving your home or the airport when your child has got a full tummy will create a happier baby for a longer period of time.

Keep your baby happy

It doesn’t matter what mode of transport you take to go on holiday but you do need to keep your little one amused. Packing plenty of easily accessible toys will provide entertainment so that they don’t get bored. Pack a baby blanket that has your home scent on which your baby will recognise. This will provide comfort and security to help settle them, especially when there is a lot of noise. Taking plenty of snacks, drink and baby milk/food will help keep both you and your baby hydrated and full which will help your baby not to become unsettled. Even if you changed your baby’s nappy an hour before leaving the house, you should change it again just before leaving as trying to change a baby when travelling can be stressful; especially in airports as they are so busy. When you are travelling, try to keep to the same routine your child is used to as they would be more settled if they are fed, have naps, and sleep at a similar time they are used to.

Wherever you decide to holiday, shorter journeys are more suitable when travelling with a child. If you are wanting to go abroad but find the process daunting, consider looking at holidays in Europe. These short-haul flights are ideal when travelling with children as they don’t need to be entertained for as long. Furthermore, if your baby needs anything, there will be familiar brands available to you, not to mention access to healthcare, if it is needed.

Remember, the less stressed you are, the less stressed your baby will be!

Unfortunately, workplace discrimination is still common, based on race, sex, and other factors—despite its clear illegality. If you feel you’re facing workplace discrimination, you may have legal recourse. After talking with an employment discrimination lawyer, you may decide you’re in a place to file suit against your former employer. In other, more minor cases, you may be able to work things out with your HR department and discipline or completely get rid of the people responsible for the problem.

The big question is, are you experiencing real workplace discrimination? Or is your experience something else entirely?

What Is Workplace Discrimination?

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 makes it absolutely illegal to engage in discriminatory practices based on a person’s color, race, religion, sex, or national origin. Additionally, the Supreme Court has established that LGBTQ employees are also protected from discrimination based on sexual orientation. Discriminatory activities may occur in hiring, discharge, promotion, referral, and other areas of employment.

You may be fired or refused a promotion at your job for non-discriminatory reasons. So how can you tell if it was discriminatory?

This is a gray area that can be difficult to parse, but these signs can help you establish whether or not this environment is discriminatory:

• Stated preferences or goals. One of the most obvious signs of discrimination is stated preferences or goals when hiring, promoting, or conducting other activities with employees. For example, if a job posting states that men are preferred, it’s discriminatory. This is usually easy to catch, and is blatantly illegal, so you won’t find it often.
• Lack of diversity. More commonly, you can notice discriminatory practices because of a lack of diversity. If you’re working in a company with 100 people and 99 of them are white men around the same age, it’s an indication that white men are preferred over other types of people. Sometimes, this is a natural byproduct of the types of people who apply; but other times, it’s reflective of hiring preferences.
• Trends across roles. You may also notice a trend in hiring, promoting, or retention for certain roles. For example, if all the women in your company are secretaries and only men are mid- to upper-level managers, it’s a sign that only men are being promoted.
• Unequal rewards or punishments. Be on the lookout for unusual or unequal rewards and punishments. For example, let’s say you and a person of a different race, color, etc., are both up for a promotion. You’re the superior candidate in every way; you’ve been there longer, you get better results, you work harder, and you’ve demonstrated more ambition. The other person gets the promotion, with no further explanation why. Similarly, you may be punished more harshly for mistakes (or even for no reason at all) when compared to your other coworkers.
• Condescending or distancing communication. You can also notice discrimination in your ongoing communication with managers and supervisors. If people seem condescending to you, or if they try to distance themselves from you, it’s a sign they may be discriminatory—especially in combination with the other signs on this list.
• Harassment. Though harassment and discrimination are treated as separate issues in many cases, harassment is a form of discrimination. If you find yourself harassed for your race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexuality, or other factors, you almost certainly have legal recourse. Take note of these instances when they occur.

Proving Discrimination

Understand that if you’re going to take action against your employer, you’re going to need to prove that discrimination has occurred—you can’t take legal action based on a “gut feeling.” If possible, gather all the evidence you can prior to seeking action. Archive emails containing condescending or unusual language. Record your meetings with your employers. Get copies of your personnel records. Make detailed descriptions of which people are in which positions. Your lawyer or HR representative may be able to direct you further.

Next Steps

If you feel you’re being discriminated against and you’ve gathered some preliminary evidence, a good first step to take is to talk with your HR department (if there is one). Explain your concerns, providing evidence if requested, and insist on corrective action. Your HR rep may or may not be able to provide you with an action plan on how to move forward. If your request is ignored or not taken seriously, you’ll have no choice but to escalate the matter.

From there, talk to a lawyer about potentially taking legal action. Most workplace discrimination lawyers will be happy to hear the details of your case for free, and advise you on how to proceed. If you decide to move forward, you may be able to bring a legal case against your employer.

No woman is perfect, and everyone has their flaws as a partner in one or several ways. However, one of the most common character flaws that most women have in common is their jealousy over their partners. Unfortunately, jealousy is a result of insecurity and can be the death of our relationship if allowed to spiral out of control period both men and women statistically prefer confident partners over insecure and jealous ones.

It’s in your best interest to avoid coming off as jealous and possessive as much as possible. So, how do you know if you’re pushing the limits of being too jealous? Here are some of the signs that you’re too jealous.

You Hate The Idea Of Your Partner Going Out On His Own

In a relationship, it’s important to spend plenty of time together to cultivate your bond. However, it’s just as important to spend time apart as it is together. Allowing the other to have a sense of freedom to have friendships outside of the relationship is healthy. However, there are some partners that can’t stand the idea I’m letting their partner go out with friends.

There are some women who, even with an engagement ring on their finger, can’t stomach the idea of their fiance even planning a bachelor party. The problem with this kind of mentality is that eventually, you will steer your partner away. As the saying goes, if you love something, let it go if it comes back to you, it’s yours forever.

You “Social Media Stalk”

Technology has brought a considerable amount of convenience to our lives. We now have the capability of calling anyone in the world for free, sending instant messages, and being able to keep up with our friends’ and family members’ lives. However, some people abuse this ability. With enough know-how, it’s possible to cyberstalk someone and follow their whereabouts obsessively.

Are you one of those partners who’s constantly looking at your partner on the Snapchat map or their Instagram tags? If so, it’s definitely a red flag that you may be suffering from jealousy issues.

You Refuse To Let Your Partner Have Female Friends

Chances are that when you got together with your partner, they had a few female friends. However, if they’ve steadily dwindled away thanks to your undoing, then it’s the sign of a problem period if you dislike the idea of your partner having female friends, then it’s a clear indication of an insecurity on your part. If you’re afraid that having female friends poses a threat to you, then perhaps your relationship isn’t as strong as you might like to think. A healthy relationship is one that you never have to worry about.