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Traveling with 2 Kids--how to Manage the Gear?
Asked by T.H. from Sacramento
on June 7, 2011
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At the end of July, I'm going to be flying cross country by myself with my 14 month old and 3.5 year old. I will be staying with childless friends while away. I've a...
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- Having help at drop off and pick up is essential (as In have someone come in with you). Then you can manage the car seats. I don't know what kind of house your frien...
- The best place for your baby on an airplane is in a safety/car seat. They are much better protected from turbulence, emergency landings, etc in a safety seat. Wi...
- I would get each child their own seat - I traveled ONCE with a 9 month old on my lap and NEVER again - especially when you don't have your husband there to help you. ...
Donating Toys
Asked by A.R. from Boise
on August 3, 2010
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My children are fortunate enough to be spoiled by grandparents who love them - they not only spend a great deal of time but also love to send them gifts. I tend to hid...
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- I'm not sure if St. Luke's Childrens Hospital takes used items, but it may be worth asking. Another idea is the Ronald McDonald house.
- The WCA (Women and Children's Alliance) is another place to check. I worked for United Way a while back and they would know where there is a need - give them a call, ...
- You could give Other Mothers a try. They take donations of clothes, toys, and gear. They will give you store credit or cash for your items. I love the store credit! I'...
Natural Toys
Asked by M.L. from Miami
on March 9, 2008
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We are getting ready to open our cloth diaper store. Since we are going to be having classes and demos in the store, we wanted to have a little play area for toddlers...
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- Hi M., Look in the back of your Mothering Magazine for some great stores advertised there. Oompa Toys is one of my favorites as well as Melissa and Doug toys. Lea...
- hi there...me again ;) mothering magazine (or online at mothering.com) has a lot of resources for natural gear...check them out, i bet you'll find quite a bit you're ...
- M., I am a sales rep for Baby Crazy. We are a home party planning company that sells unique products/toys for children from birth through pre-school aged. We only p...
Toys for the Airplane
Asked by W.W. from Austin
on February 26, 2008
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In March I am about to embark on my second plane ride with my DD. Last August we went to Colorado and she slept most of the time coming and going but that was only a 2...
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- dvds!!! we took our laptop and played baby einstein dvds. it kept her happy the entire flight. i also took a lollipop, veggie booty, and emergency cookies but didn'...
- Even though there is the 3-1-1 for liquid on planes, most security checks will let you bring more when you have a child. So, to keep her busy, drinks, Cheerios, gold ...
- Try one of those small 'doodle pads'...the ones that have the attached pen that writes on the screen and then it 'wipes' off with that sliding thing. They make them i...
Boy Toys
Asked by V.M. from Erie
on June 2, 2010
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This isn't that big of a deal, but i'm wondering if there is something i could be doing to help my son a bit. He is almost 7 and my first child. I have never let him...
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- I have two boys and in general, we raise them very different than many people we know as well. Neither of them are allowed guns or allowed to watch much of any TV peri...
- Keep in mind that boys are inherently movers and shakers. They express themselves, and their energy, much differently than girls do. My son seems to be about the same ...
- Unfortunately you probably won't find a lot of boys who act like gentleman and play quietly like little girls. It's just not in a boys nature to play quietly and calm...
Baby Gear Bought 6+ Years Ago - What Do We Need to Replace?
Asked by M.O. from Chicago
on August 3, 2009
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We are blessed to have a new baby coming soon. We have ALL of our gear from baby #1 (that was 6 years ago). So what should we replace? I planned to use all of our "...
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- As others have suggested, I would defintely buy new nipples and check out the bottles. Your infant seat should have expriation dates. I read a while ago that the exp...
- I would get rid of all bottles / nipples and sippy cup type stuff. Start over with all of those. any major equipment such as swings, pack and plays, cribs etc should...
- How exciting! I believe that car seats have a 5-year "expiration" on them, due to the changing regulations and product development advances. Personally, I would co...
Seeking Advice on Play Gear / Activities for My 4 Month Old Baby Girl
Asked by A.L. from New York
on June 3, 2008
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Hello Mamas! My daughter is getting more active now and is looking for more entertainment. She is constantly looking for me to pick her up...Does anyone have any sugge...
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- The bumbo chair is good but it isn't all that exciting. My daughter has been in the Exersaucer since she was about 4 months, she loves it! She spends 1-2 hours a day p...
- I hear you - my girl is almost 13 weeks! I have the activity mat from Tiny Love, and the one from Baby Einstein is really good too. I also have a Fisher-Price Aquari...
- i have a 4 and a half month old and I have the gymini play mat and it was a great purchase. She does tummy time every day as well as plays on her back happily!! I'd ...
Looking for Baby Gear to Buy!
Asked by P.P. from Dallas
on March 15, 2006
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Hello everyone,
If you have any baby gear that is no longer useful to you and in good condition, please let me know. I need it for my in-home daycare.
This are s...
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- Kerry: When will your homecard be up and running? I have a freind looking for a place in Wylie. Thanks!
- Hello! I have a changing table for sale. Please call if interested! I'm in Allen. Kris, ###-###-####
- I have a Fisher Price Natures Touch swing I am willing to sell for $60- used for 2 mos. Will meet or deliver.
Place for Used Toys/baby Gear
Asked by C. from Dallas
on February 24, 2006
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Would like the name of a consignment shop or other place where I can buy gently used toys
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- "Once upon a time" and "Kids to Kids"
- I highly recommend Kid to Kid and Once Upon A Child, both in the Dallas area. I shop at Kid to Kid often for my little one! Great prices, but terrible for selling your...
- Once Upon a Child has nice things at very reasonable prices. I only know of the one in Plano, but am told they have several locations. Good luck to you!
Baby Gear You Can't Live Without
Asked by A.G. from Tampa
on June 12, 2008
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Hi Moms! I was wondering what are some baby gear items that you can't live without or just make life easier? My cousin (who is more my sister than anything, her parent...
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- A Swing and Dr. Brown Bottles FOR SURE!!!!!
- My son is CRAZY about our Moby Wrap - I take him everywhere in it. He just loves being held (always has), and it is SO comfortable for me, and makes his now 4-month-o...
- My little guy had bad acid reflux for his first 10 months, so I found a couple things that would work for keeping him upright most of the day: Baby Bjorn, Rainforest ...
