Home Alone: Toddler, Puppets
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Driving Alone with 13 Month Old
Asked by M.G. from Biloxi
on March 26, 2008
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Although this will not be my first trip alone with my son, it is the first since he as been forward-facing and ACTIVE! It is a miracle if we get to daycare and home ...
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- I planned my trips around nap times when my daughter was that age. I know he won't sleep that long but it seems like they sleep longer when in the car than when at ho...
- no advice, just know it's gonna be more like eight-ten hours because you'll be taking lots and lots of breaks to keep him happy and to keep you from driving off the ro...
- Try playing music while in the car & talking to him. Don't forget to stop frequently...they get tired of sitiing in one position! Take some of his favorite toys to tie...
Traveling Alone with a 15 Month and a 2 Year Old
Asked by J.W. from Los Angeles
on June 23, 2011
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Oh yes, I know. I should have my head checked. I am flying across country with my two babies, 15 month old son and 28 month old daughter. I've hidden toys (so they;ll ...
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- sounds like you got enough...probably to much actually...more likely than not your children will just pass out during the flight....it will be a pain while your waitin...
- Oy, girl you are crazzzy! Just kidding, but just wanted to wish you luck. Sounds like you are prepared as well as you can be. Didn't see a stroller on your list????...
- I'm a firm believer in drugs! Ha, just kidding! Sounds like you have it covered.
How to Survive a 13 Hour Plane Trip with a 17 Month Old??
Asked by A.B. from Portland
on May 18, 2010
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My husband and I are flying from West coast US to Australia next month with our 17 month old son. His favorite word is down and he is NOT a cuddler!!! I am starting to...
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- My daughter was about your son's age last time we flew to Europe. I took plenty of new knick/knacks and toys, drinks, snack food (take whatever he likes, not the time...
- Play-doh or silly putty worked beautifully when we just did a 6 hour flight. Your son will sleep at least part of the time and hopefully you're flying at a time that h...
- A., You will need to pack a lot of patience for the flight. Try getting a seat in the front like a bassinet row non-bassinet seat and take a light blanket with you. In...
Toys for 12 Month Old
Asked by K.N. from Minneapolis
on October 22, 2008
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I have been asked to make a Christmas list for my daughter who by the time Christmas comes along will be 12 months. I am looking for ideas ... maybe your child had a t...
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- K., I asked my pediatrician this question at this age and she said "the floor." It took me back, but she is right. Your daughter is going to just want to walk aro...
- Hi K.! Since she is trying to walk, a toy that she can walk with would be great. I had the same issue last year. My son was going to be just over a year old at Christ...
- For my oldest son's first birthday, we bought him Fisher Price Little People with a bus and a few cars, along with some books. For my youngest, we got him a ride-on...
Traveling with 23 Month Old
Asked by D.D. from Anchorage
on November 20, 2008
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I am just looking for suggestions on traveling with my daughter on a 10 hr or more airplane trip. She will be sitting in our laps so I am a bit worried about keeping h...
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- When you check in (or some airlines allow you to call 24 hours prior), request a bulk head seat. This will allow for much more room for you all. The regular seats are...
- See if you can get a bulk head seat it will give you more room for her to stand and not to bother others. You will have to expect to move around the jet. She will fuss...
- Benedryl! My son is autistic, and when we went on a plane trip of about 9 hours I went to Target, walked up to the pharmacist and told him that in all honesty I have n...
Flying with 20 Month Old
Asked by M.D. from Chicago
on April 2, 2010
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I am flying with my 20 month old next week. Do I need to put him in a car seat on the plane? Also, any ideas to keep him busy during the flight? He doesn't...
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- I fly back and forth to Argentina with my daughter since she was four months. She is now two! At twenty months I packed puppet fingers, play dough, snacks she doesn'...
- I would bring some new portable toys - something they haven't seen yet will likely keep their attention longer. Some yummy snacks too -- maybe the special treats they...
- We've flown with our 22-month old son six or seven times so far and it's never completely painless but can be done with a minimum of tears. I bring lots of little stuf...
Almost 9-Year Old Flying Alone!
Asked by T.A. from Portland
on February 12, 2008
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Today we received notice from my almost 9 year old Bio-MOMs new attorney (4 in 18-months) stating that we needed to address ‘spring break’ and essentially needed t...
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- Personally, I was terrified to go on a plane until I was 18. Depending on your daughter's personality, it seems she is more introverted. And does not just take charge...
- Seems as you tried going out of your way to make the trip less stressful. Time for the mom to step up. It isnt your problem she is being selfish. I advise you to speak...
- First, I'm curious as to why your daughter might be afraid to fly alone - is this something that can be worked through with counseling? The airlines are generally ver...
16 Month Old First Flight
Asked by N.L. from Chicago
on January 27, 2010
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HI Moms,
My husband and I are going to Florida on Friday. We're taking our 16 month old son with us and it'll be his first flight. He's our only child so far so it...
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- Hi N. Have you bought a seat for your son, or will he be a lap child? If you've bought a seat then you should be able to take the car seat on board and you should str...
- If you have purchased a seat for him then you can use the car seat on the plane if it is approved as a seat that can be used on flights , if he is on your lap then you...
- The umbrella stroller you can just take to the plane and leave to the side just before boarding the plane (you'll see a designated area). When you check in, they'll gi...
Fun Things to Do with Toddler at Home
Asked by E.D. from Atlanta
on September 30, 2008
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Does anyone have ideas to share of fun, low or no cost activities to do when spending a day at home with a 17-month old? We love to read and listen to music. I would l...
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- hi, my children always loved to be outside...my boys would love anything that involved a ball...or a bike...or a ride on toy. my daughter loves chalk, bubbles, ride ...
- make your own playdough make your kitchen a place to paint with watercolors or outside depending on the weather they love stickers! buy cheap and alot! bake cookies...
- Try dltk.com for home activity ideas. Also, your local library usually has storytime and may even have art activities with the storytime.
Travel with a 13 Month Old...
Asked by D.P. from Minneapolis
on February 10, 2009
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I have a trip planned to surprise my dad for his 60th birthday. I am taking my 13 month old with me (my husband thinks I am crazy.) It's a 2 hour flight and timed a ...
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- First of all, don't be nervous--children are children, and the people around you will be fine for 2hrs. I travel frequently for work, and sit near kids all the time. T...
- Leave the dvd player at home, don't get mad if you can't get bulkhead I always ask and get denied. What has worked for me is lots of snacks, and getting on the plan...
- I've flown alone with TWO under age of 2 (3 month old son and 23 month old son), and now 4 months later, I'm about to do it again. Kids will be kids, and people wil...
