Infant Travel Advice: Toddler, Gerber
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Gerber Baby Food Plastic Containers
Asked by M.T. from Portland
on April 21, 2008
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With all the news coverage about concerns over plastics I've started checking the recycling codes on all the stuff our son uses. I noticed over the weekend that Gerbe...
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- Your baby can eat everything that the rest of family eats. I used a food processor and gave all my kids whatever we were eating.
- Blenders are good. If you have a Kitchenaid Mixer, it has an attachment for grinding up food which works really well. Also, carrots and potatoes are mashed up really...
- I've been making my own baby food using the Super Baby Food book by Ruth Yaron. You can make a batch and freeze a bunch (of course, you have to freeze it in plastic i...
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...
Taking a Trip
Asked by G.F. from Miami
on August 15, 2007
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Hello Moms,
It has been a while, I hope all is well with all mothers. I am planning to take a trip some time in September to beautiful Jamaica (yeah!) and I will be...
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- Hi G., I took my son to Jamaica when he was 5 months old (his great-grandma died). I packed diapers, wipes, babyfood, and formula and ended up using almost everyth...
- We just returned from a vacation with our 2 year old. I packed his clothes by outfits in ziploc bags. It was great. I just grabbed a bag each morning and it had his...
- I fly with my son annually and we took our first trip when he was about 8 months old. He is now 5, and having been on at least 7 plane trips with him, he is now a well...
Seeking Air Travel Tips with a 1-Year Old
Asked by J.M. from Los Angeles
on May 18, 2008
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Hello to all you mothers,
My husband and I will be going on an international flight to Rome, Italy in June with our 1-year old son for my sister's wedding. We hav...
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- We used a baby B'air flight vest, so that our daughter was always attached to us. It hooks through your seatbelt to keep them from being taken or wandering far. We a...
- As for me, I don't fly without a baby carrier. I like the sling ones but any will be helpful. Some security check points will let you walk through wearing them and o...
- We've never done a flight that long, and that could be a big trick in itself, but after several 10 hour flights and lots of time in airports, I can give you some tips....
Weekend Trip with 15 Month Old - Looking for Advice on Sleeping and Car Sickness
Asked by H.B. from New York
on May 11, 2009
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Hi there. I have 2 different topics I could use advice on both related to an upcoming trip. We have a wedding in Newport RI (about a 4 1/2 hour drive). My 16-month old...
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- Hi H.. I wish I could help you out with the car sickness, but I don't have any solid advice in that area except maybe try and leave at a time that you know your daugh...
- Hi H., My daughter had car sickness from 2 weeks old. She is now 6. My doctor told me to give her Benadryl for the motion sickness so far so good. Ask your doctor, ...
- Hi H.! As a kid, I got car sick, too, and the only thing that helped me feel better in the back seat was opening the windows and getting fresh air circulating in the ...
Travel to Maui with a Toddler...
Asked by M.S. from Salinas
on July 26, 2010
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We are considering/planning a vacation to Maui. We haven't flown yet with our son (he's 18 months old). Do you moms advise bringing your child's own carseat on vacat...
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- We go to Maui just about every year. It is so fun to go with the kids! Kaanapali is a really nice area. We booked a great condo via craigs list, it was the Marriott...
- We traveled to Maui with our toddler at that age. We rented a car seat since that is another piece of luggage you would have to pay for. I would rent a place where you...
- I'd recommend taking your car seat. It's an additional cost if you end up checking it (or if you weren't planning on getting him his own seat but decide to do so after...
Help! Plane Travel with 21 Month Old & 2 Month Old
Asked by T.M. from Washington DC
on April 9, 2009
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I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions on keeping a 21 month old boy occupied on a 2.5 hour flight in which he will be sitting on my lap. Buying an infant fare...
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- We survived a 4 hr flight with our daughter who was almost 2 yrs old at that time with sticker and coloring books and lots of snacks. She also liked pulling magazines...
- I've flown several times with my child at the ages you mentioned. If you're nursing, you'll probably be fine with the 2 month old. And most likely that child will slee...
- It has been a while since I traveled with little ones but one suggestion is giving them a decongestant before they get on the plane. It helps keep the ear pressure at...
Traveling with an 8 Month Old for a 5 Hour trip...HELP!
Asked by M.M. from Oklahoma City
on January 31, 2008
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We have never taken our son on a long trip and this will be his first. We are leaving tomorrow to go to Kansas and I'm not sure how he will act in the car. I have star...
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- If you are really lucky, he will sleep most of the time. Bring some of his favorite toys, books, and stuffed animals and pile them in his lap and elevated beside him ...
- With both of my kids (2 and 6) I have found it easiest to make sure they are totally fed, clean and tired! before we go on a long trip. We usually leave right around ...
- I travel A LOT with my kids. I have a 2 1/2 month old and a 7 month old. We just got back from Kansas as a matter of fact (we now live in San Antonio Texas so that was...
Seeking Advice on How to Travel Overseas with 6 Month Old
Asked by M.A. from Miami
on December 23, 2008
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Hello. I will be traveling with my six month old daughter to South America and the flight is pretty long. What advice does anyone have for me and how to avoid her havi...
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- Hello M., Already great suggestions, make sure you have an umbrella stroller and check it at the gate so you get it back at the gate. that will help a lot at the ai...
- Call up the ticket office and request a bulkhead seat. They have little bassinets that attach to the wall in front of you and this is a lifesaver! Also request an in...
- Hi M.! The best advice that I can give is for you to be well rested so that you can entertain your daughter for the flight. I have flown a TON of times with my daugh...
Need Advice on Constipation for 18 Month Old
Asked by T. from Omaha
on March 6, 2008
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My son has just turned 18 months and is on day 2 of not having a bowl movement. I've tried apple juice and got nothing. I've been trying to get him to eat more fruit...
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- T. a the dark corn syrup works good about a 1 teaspoon in your son's sippy cup. get him to drink all of it & see if he has any stools if not keep giving him 1 teaspoon...
- I wouldn't worry too much if it's only been 2 days. Apple products are actually constipating. I would give him fresh pears all chopped up and he'll be going soon. Y...
- I had a similar problem when my son was about 4 months old only he went 5 days. My pediatrician said it is normal. Though when I took him to a chiropractor he was conc...
