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Updated May 28, 2012

Q: Moving to Atsugi, Japan    —Virginia Beach, VA

"Hello ladies. I know there is someone out there who can help me! We are moving to NAF Atsugi, Japan! Very excited, bu..."

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K., What a great experience you have ahead of you! We lived in Iwakuni from 2002-2005. As for furniture, unless the pieces are ridiculously bulky, bring them. I wou...

i just moved from atsugi. being on base is just like living in the states they have all the sports programs for kids and they have a dance lesson program also. it is r...

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Q: What Food Do I Bring for a Camping Trip???    —Gordonsville, VA

"Hello ladies, I have a charming 17 month old. My husband and I have rented a small cabin at a campground next weeke..."

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I always bring our normal food, to some degree. It is much easier to make something ahead of time then pop it in the oven (assuming the cabin has a full kitchen). Yo...

When we go camping I like to bring nutrtious grains that won't spoil like granola bars and whole grain crackers and dry cereal. Since yoyu have a refrigerator fresh f...

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Q: Toddler Alarm for Disney World Vacation    —Virginia Beach, VA

"My husband and I are taking our almost 2yo to Disney in the spring and I'm looking into getting a toddler alarm. I h..."

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Hey L.! Have a GREAT time at Disney! I grew up in Orlando, and my mother worked at Disney, so I've spent a lot of time there. It truly is the greatest place on eart...

The first time we went to Disney my kids were 3.5 and 1.5. Everyone said they were way too young to go. They had a blast! It was magical to them. We stuck pretty close...

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Q: Mom of Three Traveling to Richmond.. Things for Young Kids to Do?    —Richmond, VA

"Hi I am traveling to Richmond next week and will be there the whole month of March! I am needing activities/baby fami..."

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I recommend the Childrens Museum of Richmond http://www.c-mor.org/. I also take my kids to the Playroom http://www.the-playroom.com/, and sometimes to one of the area...

The Playroom is great and also a newer place in Midlothian called Itz Party time. Both places have websites you can check out. Both are fairly cheap. My son is 2 an...

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Q: Which Stroller to Take to Disney World?    —Virginia Beach, VA

"Hi All! This may seem simple, but last time we were at Disney World, we only had one child, and thus the stroller de..."

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Whatever is lightest and easiest to fold. We bought 2 cheapo umbrella strollers to use at disney. If you stay at Disney, you will have to fold them to take on the sh...

Having just been to Disney (a year ago) they offer a double jogger, so I would bring that. You have to park it for many things anyway. I would also suggest a baby ca...

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Q: Train Travel with 3 Kids    —Arlington, VA

"Hi Mamas! Is it crazy to think I could survive a 21 hour train trip with my 3 children? My husband will be unable t..."

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Hi J.! I travel with my 5 children. I have 3 boys and 2 girls. Try going to the dollar store and making up a goodie bag. Just little cheap toys and activities. Ev...

If you decide to take the train bring lots of blankets. My mother-in-law just took the train to visit us and said it was freezing in the coach car. Good luck with your...

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Q: Climbing Out of Pack N Play    —Fairfax, VA

"My 2 yo started climbing out of her pack 'n play on our latest trip. She only got a small bump on the chin, but she w..."

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At age 2 and all this activity, what makes you think your daughter can't have a jr bed or a mattres and boxspring on the floor. Let her know for a week or two that th...

S., I hate to say it, but another mom had it right. If she is climbing out, she is finished with it. You have two choices when visiting. We have used both. Get ...

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Q: Road Tripping with a 9 Month Old    —Virginia Beach, VA

"Hi all, My husband and I are moving from MA to Virginia this weekend, and we'll be trekking down in two cars. Sin..."

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My friend did this with her kids when she went to Texas. She said it worked well. Kids generally do well in the car anyways, and they'll nap on their own. Plus take lo...

Hello, yes I have done that and it works well. I agree that it wont mess with her sleep pattern. Good luck on the trip. I am probably to late but I jsut joined in the ...

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Q: Taking 4 Mo Old to Beach for First time..any Advice?    —Stephens City, VA

"We are leaving for the beach for a week with our 4 mo old little boy and I was wondering if there is any advice you a..."

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I found a bathing suit that covers the legs and arms and is made from an SPF 50 material. It is called splashkins by MadMax. So much is covered up by it that there is ...

Hi Noelle, Have a blast. The one item I wish I'd known about previously that's great for the beach...baby powder! It's great at removing the sticky sand. I keep r...

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Q: Family Seeks Advice for Future Disneyworld Vacation!    —Hampton, VA

"My family and I are planning a trip to Disneyworld this July and would like some tips or pointers. Our last trip to ..."

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I worked for Disney, too, until I moved to NC 3 years ago. I worked in Room Service at one of the high end hotels. The value resorts are awesome. Very family friendly ...

We are also going in July. I would really appreciate if you would let me know what you find out. Thanks, J.

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