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Stephanie
We do a LOT of walking and will be using the stroller almost everyday. We do not have a car so we need a travel system that will be good in the rain, snow, sun, etc.
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The only travel system I like for heavy use is the Chicco Cortina. One with a 22lb infant carrier is $300, for a 30lb carrier $330. Besides being Consumer Reports #1infant seat, it's also the easiest to install correctly. The carseat techs I work with tell me most Chicco's they see are installed correctly, which is great since the NTSB and other organizations say 80% of infant carriers are installed incorrectly. I have many clients with their 3rd child and they say the stroller works as well with the third child as it did with the first.
If you want to go with a jogger, it depends on the infant carrier you prefer. I've spoken to 35+ clients with Bob Revolution strollers and Graco snugrides and the only negative comments are that the revolution costs $350, but they all say they would buy it again.
If you want to go with a Chicco infant carrier then the closest to the Bob is the "Phil & Ted's". Just as good, same price, just not as popular in this area. The Phil & Ted's also has more accesories, most importantly easily being used for a toddler and an infant at the same time.
Hope this helps, please feel free to e-mail with any questions,
Alan
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The only travel system I like for heavy use is the Chicco Cortina. One with a 22lb infant carrier is $300, for a 30lb carrier $330. Besides being Consumer Reports #1infant seat, it's also the easiest to install correctly. The carseat techs I work with tell me most Chicco's they see are installed correctly, which is great since the NTSB and other organizations say 80% of infant carriers are installed incorrectly. I have many clients with their 3rd child and they say the stroller works as well with the third child as it did with the first.
If you want to go with a jogger, it depends on the infant carrier you prefer. I've spoken to 35+ clients with Bob Revolution strollers and Graco snugrides and the only negative comments are that the revolution costs $350, but they all say they would buy it again.
If you want to go with a Chicco infant carrier then the closest to the Bob is the "Phil & Ted's". Just as good, same price, just not as popular in this area. The Phil & Ted's also has more accesories, most importantly easily being used for a toddler and an infant at the same time.
Hope this helps, please feel free to e-mail with any questions,
Alan
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does anyone have advice for flying with a very active toddler?
I am looking for some suggestions for holistic remedies and tips for making a 5 and half hour plane ride bearable with a toddler that doesn't sit still for 5 minutes. Someone suggested Benadryl for kids, but I'm not sure about that. I know there are some homeopathic options out there. Has anyone tried any that work well?
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I fly fairly frequently with my 3 1/2 year old and heâs a handful under the best of circumstances. The good news is the white noise from the engines is apt to make him a little groggy. Bad news, of course, is groggy isnât asleep and even if it results in sleep, heâs not apt to sleep the whole time. Some tips I have learned in the trenches. If possible, schedule your flight for his natural sleep time. It will be easier for him to quiet if his internal clock is putting a little pressure on him. Stay away from Benadryl if you can, especially if your child has never taken it. It can jazz your child up even more. Worse, it can dry out his sinuses too much and you might wind up with a sinus infection on your hands once you arrive at your destination. I have had great success with a little all natural oil with real lavender (not just lavender scent.) I just rub it on his temples or put some on his blanket. Lavender is a proven sleep aid. I also have him drink a little chamomile tea sweetened with honey. This may be tough with the restrictions on liquids. I just take some tea and make let it steep while on the plane. These two things work wonders in calming my little spitfire. I also suggest you get a couple of new little things for him/her to play with on the plane. Don't let your child see them before you get on the plane and only give one at a time. It will be like little presents and that is always a fun diversion. Other than that, get plenty of rest yourself before you leave and try to be patient. Ignore any "looks" you get from other passengers, and don't be afraid to ask for help. If you have connections, by all means travel with a stroller and gate check it. It will be a life saver between gates and flights if only to keep your child contained. Good luck. If you get yourself in the right mindset, I think you'll have a lot of fun. My son and I love our ADVENTURES ON AIRPLANES.
I fly fairly frequently with my 3 1/2 year old and heâs a handful under the best of circumstances. The good news is the white noise from the engines is apt to make him a little groggy. Bad news, of course, is groggy isnât asleep and even if it results in sleep, heâs not apt to sleep the whole time. Some tips I have learned in the trenches. If possible, schedule your flight for his natural sleep time. It will be easier for him to quiet if his internal clock is putting a little pressure on him. Stay away from Benadryl if you can, especially if your child has never taken it. It can jazz your child up even more. Worse, it can dry out his sinuses too much and you might wind up with a sinus infection on your hands once you arrive at your destination. I have had great success with a little all natural oil with real lavender (not just lavender scent.) I just rub it on his temples or put some on his blanket. Lavender is a proven sleep aid. I also have him drink a little chamomile tea sweetened with honey. This may be tough with the restrictions on liquids. I just take some tea and make let it steep while on the plane. These two things work wonders in calming my little spitfire. I also suggest you get a couple of new little things for him/her to play with on the plane. Don't let your child see them before you get on the plane and only give one at a time. It will be like little presents and that is always a fun diversion. Other than that, get plenty of rest yourself before you leave and try to be patient. Ignore any "looks" you get from other passengers, and don't be afraid to ask for help. If you have connections, by all means travel with a stroller and gate check it. It will be a life saver between gates and flights if only to keep your child contained. Good luck. If you get yourself in the right mindset, I think you'll have a lot of fun. My son and I love our ADVENTURES ON AIRPLANES.
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