Ever scrolled through Instagram and stumbled upon those envy-inducing family travel accounts, where toddlers are practically racking up more passport stamps than most adults? Well, here's the deal – after some serious contemplation, I've made the call to hold off on international adventures with my son (who’s currently a toddler) for a good while. Today, I'm laying it all out, sharing the genuine reasons behind my decision. If you've got young kiddos too and have been secretly wondering why you haven't caught the travel bug with your little one yet, this episode's for you. I'm here to normalize the choice of keeping it local with your kids and assure you that putting the brakes on international travel doesn't mean hitting pause on all your vacation dreams.   LISTEN BACK: Episode 44: Reflections on New Motherhood Episode 99: Is a National Parks Vacation Right For Your Family? Episode 145: How I Accidentally Cured My Airport Anxiety