Will you need to install a car seat on an airplane soon? The idea needn’t spawn nightmares for weeks leading up to your trip. Not if you can go in with a game plan. Note: This website is full of tips on all aspects of traveling with car seats. Start with How to Travel with…
Tips for Flying with an Airplane Bassinet – If you’re planning to use an airplane bassinet when flying with your baby, start here! Understanding a few key points about airline bassinets (or skycots) in advance could make a big difference in your choice of airlines, when you decide to undertake an international flight with your…
Watching the 8-minute YouTube video of Delta Airlines personnel explaining to the Schear family why they must remove their 18-month-old son from his “paid seat” is nothing short of infuriating. But while the video and articles circulating about it are creating enough confusion about what FAA regulations and airline recommendations, including Delta’s, are regarding the…
When I board an airplane with my kids, it’s hard to know what I want to hit first with my antibacterial hand wipes: The safety belt buckles? The arm rests? Or the fold-out tray where our gadgets and goodies and snacks will inevitably end up? The “Trayblecloth” goes one better than a wipe–at least where…
I recently stumbled onto a video about the BedBox by JetKids—a ride-on suitcase for kids up to 7 years old that also helps convert a regular airplane seat into a small bed. What a concept! If you haven’t heard about (or seen) the BedBox yet, here are some points to consider in deciding if it…
Flying with infants in airplane bassinets or skycots – If you have an overseas flight with an infant in your future, chances are you’re hoping to take advantage of the airplane bassinets available on some long-haul flights. If so, a few quick words of advice: “Don’t assume anything.” Truth is, it’s a lot easier to…