Back in May, the idea of a taking a holiday together as a family seemed impossible. At the time, Eloise still hated being in a stroller or carrier (all 5 carriers we tried) for more than just a few minutes. Not to mention any time we tried to bring her to a place outside our home — like the grocery store — she’d show her displeasure quickly by screaming and arching herself backwards over and over. So the thought of going on a nature walk on a trail or even to a restaurant seemed like a distant dream.