# @arielleshipe on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DU4XkvlERWv
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- **Posted:** 2026-02-18T01:26:02.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Arielle Shipe | Outdoor Adventure + Motherhood (@arielleshipe) — https://gondola.cc/arielleshipe

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Best. Trip. Ever. 

Ok but for real… I think we’re finally finding our groove with this whole “adventure travel with a toddler” thing.

We spent five full days in Costa Rica a few weeks ago, just the three of us, and somehow managed to balance our adult priorities (surfing, yoga, a little quiet time) with the family adventures that end up meaning the most. Sandcastles, tide pools, pool time… you know the drill.

Our strategy:
-Take turns being back for nap time so the other person can sneak out for a yoga class.
-Bring one board to the beach and swap between surfing and playing with the kiddo.
-Plan family outings for the cooler parts of the day (early morning + late afternoon).
-And… get a babysitter for a few hours on a day or two 

This was our first time EVER doing the babysitter thing and I was honestly intimidated, but it ended up being so lovely. Riley had a blast, the babysitter was amazing, and we got a little time just the two of us. 

Maybe I’m crazy but I have been LOVING adventuring with a two year old. I’ve found things to love about every stage so far, but I’m personally enjoying parenthood more and more as she gets older.

To my fellow parents… does it keep getting better? What age has been your favorite so far?

#adventuremom #travelingwithtoddlers #familyadventure #outdoorfamilies #mountainmom

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travelingwithtoddlers, familyadventure, mountainmom, adventuremom, outdoorfamilies

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