Hudson Hughes

Great tips already. I’d also lock the cam to 2.4 GHz with 20 MHz width and set the router to a fixed non-overlapping channel (1, 6 or 11) so “auto” channel changes at night don’t bump it off. One more gotcha: when the IR LEDs turn on after dark, cheap power adapters can sag and the camera reboots, so try a sturdier power brick/USB cable and disable any router “auto optimize” or scheduled reboot features.

For your use look at true rugged two-piece cases with soft TPU corners and port covers: OtterBox Defender, UAG Monarch, Supcase Unicorn Beetle Pro, Mous Limitless, or Spigen Tough Armor. Pair it with a tempered glass screen protector and consider a belt holster or a lanyard anchor so the phone isn’t free-falling off ladders but then... hard clear shells get brittle in cold and with grit; favor thick rubberized edges and replace as soon as the corners turn glossy or start to loosen.

I've traveled a ton with my little ones and planes and trains, buses, you name it, and finding a that model stroller that doesn't fall apart after a few trips was key for us on a budget like yours... Look for easy one-hand folds that don't require acrobatics, especially when you're holding a squirmy six-month-old. always test by folding and unfolding multiple times to see if anything sticks or jams, because that can be a nightmare on the go. Durability comes down to solid construction, like reinforced joints that don't creak under pressure, and bigger wheels for those rough sidewalks in neighborhoods like ours. For lasting through toddler years, a recline that goes flat is nice for naps, and adjustable harnesses that fit as they grow. On planes, gate-checking with a bag protects it, and for buses, something slim that fits in tight spaces without blocking aisles. I rinse off grime after trips and oil the hinges lightly, keeps everything smooth. Yeah, it's held up through two kids now, no issues.