xapryl
Flying on a 3 hr flight on Allegiant airline. My oldest daughter is 21 months and youngest is 5 months.
My main concerns are:
Who should sit in the seat next to me? Baby in car seat and have toddler on lap? Toddler in seat and baby on lap?
What are some good toys for my oldest toddler?
Should I just put baby in a bjorn carry pack in front of me?
Answer
I had a similar situation when my two oldest were babies. I remember my toddler wouldn't sit in the car seat and it didn't work with the airline seating situation anyway, so I just buckled him in next to me, center seat. Baby sat in my lap.
Just be prepared that the car seat idea may not work out and may have to be stored at the front. Happened to me.
Travel Tips that saved my life:
1. Purchase a special toy, or two or three, before the trip that toddler has never seen before. Wrap each up as a present, and use them strategically after boarding the plane. He was so delighted to get presents on his flight! And it gave me bargaining leverage. I let him know before we went on the plane that he was going to get some presents, but he had to be good. I found a small Thomas Tank Engine travel set (about the size of a travel checkers game) that he loved to no end. It occupied him most of the trip, even with lay overs. I think another was a small puzzle. Can't remember the last.
2. I also brought a carry-on just for them, with like three favorite books; couple small, favorite dolls; two toy trains and two Hot Wheels cars; snacks; sippy cups (empty); colors and paper.
3. But my ace in the hole was Hyland's Teething Tablets! It's a true, and sworn by natural herbal God-send for traveling with tots! THey are mostly chamomile, which relaxes and calms children. Unfortunately no longer widely available at places like Walgreens, WalMart, or Target, but still available at certain stores. Check the link. Very safe, and they melt on their tongues. Kids love them, at any age.
You don't want to do the Baby Bjorn, on the plane... it won't work, and it's not very safe, either. You will probably have enough room in the middle seat for both, even if baby sleeps and you can lay her down next to oldest.... but bring a pillow, and a throw or couple large receiving blankets for comfort. Sometimes it's really hot, sometimes it's freezing cold on those flights.
Yes, check with the airline now, and ask about a baby basket like another answerer suggested. Ask them for travel tips, too. If your 21 month old is old enough to understand, and you can lay down the law before boarding, tell her that she needs to wear a seat belt on the plane same way she sits in a car seat in the car, and that's it, then you will be most comfortable with her sitting next to you with seat belt, coloring, etc., and baby in your lap... TRUST ME!
I had a similar situation when my two oldest were babies. I remember my toddler wouldn't sit in the car seat and it didn't work with the airline seating situation anyway, so I just buckled him in next to me, center seat. Baby sat in my lap.
Just be prepared that the car seat idea may not work out and may have to be stored at the front. Happened to me.
Travel Tips that saved my life:
1. Purchase a special toy, or two or three, before the trip that toddler has never seen before. Wrap each up as a present, and use them strategically after boarding the plane. He was so delighted to get presents on his flight! And it gave me bargaining leverage. I let him know before we went on the plane that he was going to get some presents, but he had to be good. I found a small Thomas Tank Engine travel set (about the size of a travel checkers game) that he loved to no end. It occupied him most of the trip, even with lay overs. I think another was a small puzzle. Can't remember the last.
2. I also brought a carry-on just for them, with like three favorite books; couple small, favorite dolls; two toy trains and two Hot Wheels cars; snacks; sippy cups (empty); colors and paper.
3. But my ace in the hole was Hyland's Teething Tablets! It's a true, and sworn by natural herbal God-send for traveling with tots! THey are mostly chamomile, which relaxes and calms children. Unfortunately no longer widely available at places like Walgreens, WalMart, or Target, but still available at certain stores. Check the link. Very safe, and they melt on their tongues. Kids love them, at any age.
You don't want to do the Baby Bjorn, on the plane... it won't work, and it's not very safe, either. You will probably have enough room in the middle seat for both, even if baby sleeps and you can lay her down next to oldest.... but bring a pillow, and a throw or couple large receiving blankets for comfort. Sometimes it's really hot, sometimes it's freezing cold on those flights.
Yes, check with the airline now, and ask about a baby basket like another answerer suggested. Ask them for travel tips, too. If your 21 month old is old enough to understand, and you can lay down the law before boarding, tell her that she needs to wear a seat belt on the plane same way she sits in a car seat in the car, and that's it, then you will be most comfortable with her sitting next to you with seat belt, coloring, etc., and baby in your lap... TRUST ME!
How do you protect a toddler during a tornado?
Bethanie
With all of the recent tornados that have occurred it has been making me think about how I should protect myself and my toddler in a tornado. We live in an apt. complex and are on the 2nd floor. I believe the safest place in my apt. is the bathroom or the closet. I am just wondering that if you are in the bathtub with a mattress pulled over the two of you, how should you be positioned in the tub? Should I be on top of my toddler, I am just wondering. If so, how would I hold my mattress and him at the same time. I have also read that the safest place for little kids is in a car seat. I am just trying to clear up what's factual and what is not. I also live about 8 minutes for a hospital. Would it be safer for me to drive to a hospital and get into the ground floor. I know it's a lot of questions but I am just wondering what's the best thing to do if you dont' have a shelter
Answer
If you are in a multi-level apartment complex, get to the lowest floor and into an interior area or room. This could be a hallway, bathroom, closet, or any other interior room. Take plenty of water, blankets, pillows, any special items your toddler needs such as diapers, medicine, something like a toy bear or stuffed animal to help keep him/her calm. Get as low as possible. Sit and hold your child in a manner where you have a good hold and where your arms/hands can protect their body.
If you can not get to a sturdier shelter, The National Weather Service states to find a low ditch or culvert and lay flat as can be face down if no other shelter can be found. This would be a last resort action. Do not try to outrun a tornado in a vehicle. Some tornadoes have been known to travel up to 70MPH. If caught in a vehicle, do not seek shelter under a highway overpass. Wind speeds are actually sped up through the overpasses.
You can keep alert by watching or listening to local news. Can also listen to NOAA weather radio. These radios alert you of any watches or warnings issued for your area. They can be purchased at almost any department store.
If you are in a multi-level apartment complex, get to the lowest floor and into an interior area or room. This could be a hallway, bathroom, closet, or any other interior room. Take plenty of water, blankets, pillows, any special items your toddler needs such as diapers, medicine, something like a toy bear or stuffed animal to help keep him/her calm. Get as low as possible. Sit and hold your child in a manner where you have a good hold and where your arms/hands can protect their body.
If you can not get to a sturdier shelter, The National Weather Service states to find a low ditch or culvert and lay flat as can be face down if no other shelter can be found. This would be a last resort action. Do not try to outrun a tornado in a vehicle. Some tornadoes have been known to travel up to 70MPH. If caught in a vehicle, do not seek shelter under a highway overpass. Wind speeds are actually sped up through the overpasses.
You can keep alert by watching or listening to local news. Can also listen to NOAA weather radio. These radios alert you of any watches or warnings issued for your area. They can be purchased at almost any department store.
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