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step32007
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11/13/07 - 03:05 PM

hi friends
i am flying with my son for my interview in 2 weeks( 2 yrs old , this is his first time on a flight) and i was thinking about carrying his car seat too since i would be using taxi to get around in the place of interview ...he will sit in my lap on the plane... but i need car seat to use in the taxi.
but i was thinking instead of carrying one from home is it possible to make some other arrangements once i land??
i am not sure what to do
any suggestions please
thanks in advance nod

step32007
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11/13/07 - 05:32 PM

anyone?
if i am not able to carry a car seat wwith me is it okay?

faraym
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11/13/07 - 07:15 PM

hey I have travelled a lot with my kids ( many times to India too )

If your baby is over 2 years of age then you will have to buy a full ticket for him.

Babies under 2 are allowed to travel on lap or if there is a seat available they let you use the carseat.

Options for the carseat,

Check in and get it at the airport.

Or hand it over to the flight attendant inside the plane and get it back when you land

In some states, the car seat rule does'nt apply to public transportation ( that includes taxis)

There are places where you can rent car seats.

If your baby's weight permits then you could just take his/her INFANT carseat , without the BASE. this will make it lighter. The seat belt can be threaded over the seat.

Other tips,

Take only one hand bag. A back pack is the best, both your hands will be free.

Take lots of dry snacks, baby wipes, NEW toys, Pull ups ( easier to manage than diapers ,plus the toilet in the planes are very very tiny ,but you do have a choice of a changing table.

The last time I travelled , they had restrictions for liquids. But you are allowed to buy water and other liquids after the check-in.( remember to buy liquids at room temperature grin

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Single feed formula pouches are easy to manage. or you can buy milk at any food store at the airport, and request the milk to be warmed( everyone has a microwave)

Always have an extra set of clothes for the baby and yourself.

Let the baby sip on some liquid during take off and landing( their ears hurt more than ours) Some parents give tylenol before the flight. some Use benedryl for international or long trips.

Hope this helps. smiling face

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step32007
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11/13/07 - 07:35 PM

thank u so much faraym
so i can take the carseat with me inside the flight and just hand it to the flight attendant and collect it later??

Malithahe
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11/14/07 - 12:37 AM

yes. And even you can take the staroller too. I bring both so it is easier. (fix the car seat in to the staroller and put the diaper bag and my hand luggage too) so I have only to push the stroller. Then hand over both the car seat and stroller at the entrance. If you want you can check-in the car seat with your luggage.

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step32007
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11/17/07 - 08:57 AM

thank u malithahe

Doc750
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11/17/07 - 09:05 AM

faraym wrote:
hey I have travelled a lot with my kids ( many times to India too )

If your baby is over 2 years of age then you will have to buy a full ticket for him.

Babies under 2 are allowed to travel on lap or if there is a seat available they let you use the carseat.

Options for the carseat,

Check in and get it at the airport.

Or hand it over to the flight attendant inside the plane and get it back when you land

In some states, the car seat rule does'nt apply to public transportation ( that includes taxis)

There are places where you can rent car seats.

If your baby's weight permits then you could just take his/her INFANT carseat , without the BASE. this will make it lighter. The seat belt can be threaded over the seat.

Other tips,

Take only one hand bag. A back pack is the best, both your hands will be free.

Take lots of dry snacks, baby wipes, NEW toys, Pull ups ( easier to manage than diapers ,plus the toilet in the planes are very very tiny ,but you do have a choice of a changing table.

The last time I travelled , they had restrictions for liquids. But you are allowed to buy water and other liquids after the check-in.( remember to buy liquids at room temperature grin

amazing

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wolverine9
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11/17/07 - 12:00 PM

Interesting place to post a message about flying with babies for the first time...

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11/17/07 - 12:05 PM

Just don't end up like me, when accidentally I spilled the coffee on me, then my lil' one vomited the orange colored baby food at me, and the girl sitting next to me could not fit into her chair and spilled the beer over my pants.... You can imagine my hubby's look, who did not see me for 3 weeks. shocked

I think Faraym said it all very well, so wishing you best of luck with Iv and of course during your travel.

YES, we mothers are amazing !!! nod

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step32007
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11/17/07 - 12:17 PM

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yes we r amazing good girl.... wish u all the best

to wolverine9-- i posted this message here becuase this is a match support forum,
this is where people who r in this year's match ask for support which also includes asking for tips while attending interviews along with babies.
wish u all the best

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