Safety & Baby Gates: Similac
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Traveling for the First Time with Baby
Asked by K.E. from Bakersfield
on March 6, 2008
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Hey there. My husband and I are taking our baby on a five hour plane trip in April (she'll be 10 months then). We've opted to buy a seat for her instead of holding her...
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- We took our oldest daughter to Canada (5 hour flight) at 9 months, and our youngest daughter to Hawaii (6 hour flight) at 2 months. I agree with the advice to use your...
- K., I have 2 kids and have traveled with both for some time now. I would bring a couple new items for her to explore. When my kids were a little older, I would wrap...
- Hi, I flew to NY with my son around that age was also nervous, but it turned out great. Very smart getting her a seat - it will make a big difference. I'm pasting in ...
New Mom and Baby Registry
Asked by L.J. from Cincinnati
on September 21, 2011
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I will be having my first child in December and I am attempting to create a baby registry. I thought this process would be easy and it's actually harder than I thought...
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- I wouldn't worry about it too much. Just get the necessities and don't fret over the small stuff. There are always gadgets that people will suggest and other peopl...
- people have said it but here it is in simple terms. Get a variety, wait till the last minute to make big purchases and SAVE receipts. Every baby is different. I boug...
- It would depend on your lifestyle, are you SAHM ? Are you planning on outing a lot, are you active? Are you planning on breastfeeding? Since you are in OH, you will mo...
Does My Baby Have Reflux??
Asked by N.O. from Detroit
on April 2, 2009
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I have an almost 4 week old baby. He's already on Similac Alimentum for the past week and a half because of him projectile vomiting and being extremely fussy and gass...
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- we didnt have a special formula when my oldest daughter was little...and it wouldn't have helped...reflux she has has to do with the end of the gastric tube into the s...
- N., it does sound like your baby has reflux but have you had the doctor do an upper GI? It also sounds like the stomach valve might not be formed all the way and that ...
- My daughter has acid reflux. She pukes constantly! She was also VERY fussy, crying while she was eating and pretty much most of the time. She would also scream when...
Help with Baby Registry
Asked by T.C. from Chicago
on February 1, 2009
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Hi moms,
I'm ready to start creating and registering for items on my baby registry. This is our first child, and I really have no idea where to start. There is so m...
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- First of all, congratulations!! I remember registering for my first, it is soooo much fun!! Definitely onesies and sleepers. Receiving blankets, crib sheets. A bassine...
- This is a great question :) First, you only need about 10 outfits (sleepers & onesies)and maybe 2 outfits (cute things when you take baby out) in 3 months size. Depend...
- I just glanced through some of the responses and wanted to say while getting things for baby is very important don't forget a few essentials for you. If you are breast...
Baby Bottles on Plane-regulations
Asked by D.F. from Augusta
on March 26, 2008
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I am going to be flying next week with my family across country and was wondering about bringing baby bottles on the plane. I have traveled extensively so I know all ...
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- Just make sure you tell the inspectors before trying to go through the line that you have milk for your baby and you should be ok. I had to fly with breast milk (witho...
- Bring the mix and bottles and mix them on the plane. I've traveled extensively when my daughter was formula fed and when I traveled through Charlotte I had no problems...
- D., I have flown twice with my twins (at 4 months and 7 months) and had great success with the pre-filled 2 oz bottles on those 4 flights. We flew on Delta both tim...
Baby Formula and Food for 5 Weeks in China
Asked by A.L. from Los Angeles
on September 7, 2011
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I'm going to Dong Guan, a south eastern city of China to visit my dad. It is isn't a big city, more like an industrial area with a lot of factories. My daughter is 9...
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- 1) Last year I think, mainland China had problems with baby formula... because there was some kind of chemical in it. I remember reading about it in our local newspape...
- Edited: Hi Alice, I do not know about mainland China but I can tell you about Hong Kong. I would advise against the car seat. The trains and taxis are not equipped f...
- I would ship my formula ahead of time. You don't want to take any chances with something like this. I recently read something a couple of days ago about China & formul...
Flying with 9 Month Old
Asked by B.S. from Rockford
on June 10, 2010
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I am flying to Florida with my three boys (ages 7,4,9mos) and wanted to know some basic questions. Can we check the babies carseat and the stroller at the gate (me an...
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- Yes, yes, and yes! Also, I like to buy the 8oz pre-made bottles for convenience (Similac). I will bring a couple of those on board and they have no problem with that ...
- You have gotten great answers so far. Also, I suggest for the kids, pack a small bag of "new" toys for them so if they get bored or start to fuss you can pull one item...
- Just an add on as you've gotten great advice. See if you can request the bulk head seats. That's where there are no seats in front of you just the wall. It's a litt...
Flying with 3-Month Old
Asked by A.L. from Kansas City
on April 25, 2008
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So, we are taking a 3-legged trip this summer: from KC to AZ to UT and back to KC. MY baby will be 3-4 months old for the flights, and I was wondering if anyone had a...
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- A., My son is now 16 1/2 months old and I have been flying to Az and back with him since he was 2 months old. At your baby's age, he will probably sleep the whole ...
- We flew when my daughter was around 6 months. We gave her a little benadryl before take off and right around take off she went right to sleep. As far as her car seat w...
- We are very active travelers with a 13 month old. We have been flying with her since she was 4 months old. I invested in a pricey solution to the car seat/stroller d...
Need Advice on Infant Traveling
Asked by M.F. from Dallas
on May 24, 2008
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Hi Moms,
We will be traveling with my 5 month old via air and I'm freaking out on what I need to do. This will be my first time traveling with my baby so I have no id...
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- When I flew with my then 5-month old here's what I learned. Feed her or give her a pacifier when the plane is going up and coming down to help adjust her ear pressure...
- Do you have a seat reserved for her on the plane, if not traveling with a carseat will be uncomfortable. Check where you are going most cities have companies that wil...
- I bought a Sit N Stroll for travelling. http://www.sitnstroll.com/ I got mine through costco.com and got a decent deal on it. I was a little pricey, but well worth ...
Seeking Advice for Flying with an Infant
Asked by J.M. from Chicago
on June 16, 2008
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Hi Mamas,
My husband, 13mo old daughter, and I will be taking a trip on a plane. We bought her own ticket, so she'll sit in her car seat and be more comfortable duri...
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- liquid restrictions don't apply to baby bottle or baby juice. you won't need an id for domestic flight.
- We flew to florida when our twins were 14 months old.They were already drinking whole milk and you can't bring it through(we were told ahead of time).After we passed t...
- I have flown about a million times (that may be a slight exaggeration...) with my kids, and my advice is this: Yes, you can have milk, juice, formula, etc, for a baby...
