Parents of two go on holiday with only one son and are inundated with criticism

Georgia and Chris Brown from Southeast London booked a four-day trip to Morocco with their young son, Harry. They left their older son, two-year-old George, in the care of his grandmother.

The trip offered the couple the opportunity to enjoy some "one-on-one time" with little Harry—an opportunity they never would have imagined with a toddler in tow. "George's first holiday was all about him, and we wanted Harry to have the same experience," father Chris explained the decision to What's The Jam.

"Fathers often have a hard time bonding at first. Chris can't spend as much time with Harry because he's back at work. So he's had that time now, too," says mother Georgia.

When Georgia shared a clip of her trip on TikTok, she faced a barrage of criticism. They were called "bad parents" and accused of causing emotional harm to their toddler. Despite the negative reactions, Georgia defended her decision. "I'm absolutely not a bad mother."

• Before departure : To avoid frustration, it's best to spread the preparations across multiple shoulders. All family members have their own needs that need to be addressed. Sometimes it may be helpful to allow extra time for arrival and departure.
• Don't plan everything in advance : However, a schedule that's too tight is more likely to be stressful than helpful. Much will become clear on the spot.
• Travel time : Sitting still for too long is very tiring for small children. To avoid discomfort for them (and the other passengers), children should be well-stocked with snacks, travel games, and podcasts. But the time passes most quickly when they sleep.
• Find compromises : Even a few years difference can make a world of difference. To respect everyone's needs, parents should divide the children or use childcare services offered by hotels.
• Avoid conflicts : Vacation time is not parenting time. Of course, children need to respect boundaries while on vacation, but a few exceptions should be allowed.