We're actually starting to really reconsider our initial thoughts of escort and rather go for the travel!!
How wonderful would a visit to Africa be? I tried to talk my mom into going with us...afterall we do have 2 kids that we just cannot leave behind, and her presence would be greatly appreciated. Afterall, a large part of this entire process involves educating ourselves and our children and our family about a different place.
I think my mom is actually excited. And she is not easily impressed!!
If we plan to travel...we have to prepare. There are various health issues to consider, making vaccinations, medications, and travel insurance a priority.
Today I contacted the kids pediatrician (she spent over 20 years at Children's Hospital before going to Kaiser, so I'm hoping she ends up being a valuable resource to us). Based on the CDC website (and other websites) the kids will need:
Meningiococcal
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Yellow Fever
in addition to the above, I will need a
Polio Booster
titers drawn to check my immunity to MMR
in addition to both aboves, Hubby will need
tetanus, diptheria booster
Hepatitis B series
Thankfully, Addis Ababa is at an altitude where Malaria isn't a risk.
Things to watch and consider: health issues, safety (i.e. any American travel warnings), timing, cost...and of course overall planning the trip (flights, hotels, layovers, etc).
Something else to add to the mix...
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