Today is your last chance to enter our free Flip Ultra Video Camera Giveaway. This camera is a great way to record and share holiday memories.
If you have already entered, but want to add your recommendations to DeliciousBaby for more chances to win, now is the time!
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Today is your last chance to enter our free GoGo Babyz Infant Cruizer Giveaway. The GoGo Babyz makes it easy to convert your infant car seat into a stroller without using a bulky travel system.
Just visit this article: GoGo Babyz Infant Cruizer Giveaway and follow the instructions.
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Next weekend, Disneyland is flying the whole family down to Southern California for a special mom bloggers event. Needless to say, after whetting their appetites less than a month ago, the kids cannot wait to hop on the plane. E asks my every day whether we can go to Disneyland, and I know that the thought of seeing his Grandmother while we're there is an extra thrill.
The one thing E is not thrilled about is the prospect of going on rides (our missteps last time have scarred him, possibly for life) Can anyone recommend some low-key, upbeat rides for little kids? Nothing more threatening than Small World!
If you happen to be flying down for next weekend's mom blogger event, please send me a note! I'll be looking forward to meeting everyone.
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Posted on November 29, 2008 |
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For the first time in years, we stayed home this Thanksgiving and celebrated with close friends today. We had an Asian themed thanksgiving with Peking Duck instead of turkey, and homemade duck sauce instead of cranberry sauce. Everything was delicious. I brought desserts, but I couldn't bring myself to forgo pumpkin pie (after-all, pumpkin is a common ingredient in Asian cooking). To go with it I served sesame ice cream (with homemade sesame brittle chunks) and star anise ice cream. E insisted we whip up a batch of chocolate ice cream too... and I think all the kids were thankful for something tried and true
I can't resist posting a picture from last year. In 2007 year we drove up to Bellingham (about two hours north of Seattle) to enjoy the holiday with my parents and long-time family friends. There was snow on the ground, a rarity in Seattle, and the kids played in it in the morning and then tanked up on cranberry sauce and fudge in the afternoon. As always, the kids were much more cuddly with each other in a new environment than they ever are at home.
I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving too.
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Posted on November 27, 2008 |
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Earlier this week I got together with Pam, Beth, and Michelle to checkpoint our progress on the Passports With Purpose fundraiser for Heifer International.
In just a few short weeks, what started as an idea brought up over coffee has transformed into what I believe will be a very successful fundraiser. The outpouring of support from the travelblogging community has been amazing. I want to thank everyone who is either joining us, posting about Passports With Purpose, or planning to buy raffle tickets.
The prize list is amazing too... and it seems like every day, some new prize shows up that makes Pam, Beth, Michelle and I wish we could buy raffle tickets too.
It's not to late to join in, so if you're interested in more details, feel free to send any of us an email or DM. Even if you think it's too late to secure a prize, I'd be happy to send you a blog badge (like the one on this post) that you can use to help us promote this cause
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This Thanksgiving, air traffic promises to be a bit lighter than it has in recent years. Still countless parents will be delayed in airports around the country. Here are my top tips for making those delays less torturous.
Delayed In the Airport
This is the best time to meet any needs you or your kids have. While it might be tempting to sit the kids in a quiet corner with a DVD player, you need to save your toys and other passive activities for the plane. Instead, focus on getting exercise and food, or if you are very jetlagged, some rest
Delayed Onboard the Plane
The key is to try not to "use up" your travel toys now. Once the fasten seatbelt light is on, you will need them to keep your child calmly seated. Instead, use every ounce of creativity to keep your child entertained with what is around them.
Wherever You Are
When you find yourself getting frustrated, it's time to take a deep breath and muster whatever strength you have left to put on a happy face for your kids. If they pick up on your frustration, their behavior will only get worse...
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Posted on November 25, 2008 |
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I recently received this question from a reader. It's a good one, and I thought it would be useful to share the answer
I am flying back East and will be gate checking my stroller. I am traveling with two kids and have one layover. I need my stroller to get the two kids between flights. I'm curious if people have found stroller travel bags a good idea? Sounds difficult, but maybe is good to protect your stroller? Let me know you experience. Thanks!
Here is my response:
Most airlines consider strollers and car seats to be fragile items and will not reimburse you for damage that happens when a stroller or car seat is checked. One way to avoid this is to travel with an inexpensive umbrella stroller or a small stroller, like the Quinny Zapp
A stroller bag, as you point out, is another great way to protect your stroller (or car seat). I particularly like (and own) the heavy duty Maclaren Buggy Bag Single Carbon
A less expensive and lighter weight alternative is the Gate Check Umbrella Stroller Bag
Finally, you can consider one of my favorite travel-light options. Just fold up a large garbage bag in your carry on bag, and when you get to the gate put your stroller inside and knot it. It's not as heavy duty as a purchased stroller bag, but it will afford you some protection from damage and grime and you can use the bag for trash when your trip is finished.
Do you have a question about traveling with kids? Send me email: debbie at deliciousbaby dot com
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I am extending my Flip Ultra Video Camera Giveaway until Dec 1, so that it ends at the same time as my GoGoBabyz Infant Cruizer Giveaway. Both giveaways are perfect for a family traveling with young kids during this this holiday season, so if you have not had a chance to enter now would be a good time!
Just visit these articles: Free Giveaway - Flip Ultra Video Camera or GoGoBabyz Infant Cruizer Giveaway and follow the instructions.
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Here are two family travel horror stories worth sharing.
In the first, my friend and her daughter were stuck on the tarmac for an hour waiting for permission to take off. It stands to reason that in the middle, her newly potty trained daughter realized she needed to "go." The flight attendants insisted she stay put, however, a preschooler takes a long time in the bathroom and she might jeopardize the flight's ability to take off should permission arrive. So, while adults used the restroom as needed, my friend's newly potty trained toddler sat in her seat. (Honestly, I can't imagine what the flight attendants were thinking. A potty accident in an airplane seat cannot be a good thing). Luckily my friend had an old diaper in her carryon, and she finally put it it on her daughter, averting certain disaster.
Another friend flew recently with her newly potty trained son. Unbeknownst to her, he is deathly afraid of the airplane toilets (I can't say I blame him). He dug in his heels as only a 3 year old can, and refused to use the toilet. No amount of bribing, cajoling or threatening worked, so on their 6 hour flight, potty "accident" followed potty accident, and they left the plane with their son wrapped in an airplane blanket.
So, a word to the wise, even if your child is totally potty trained... pack a few diapers in your carryon. Consider slipping one on your child before takeoff. You never know whether you might need them.
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Whenever we travel, I focus on eating local food, not chain-restaurant food. E is an incredibly picky eater, so that can sometimes be tough. On every trip, though, we discover something so wonderful that it makes up for the stressful points. In Barcelona, it was Churros and Chocolate, in New Mexico we enjoyed shave ice with fresh apple cider instead of syrup. On our recent trip to Chicago E was in awe as we walked into Garrett Popcorn, a store entirely devoted to fresh, delicious popcorn. Look how happy he is with the huge bag of mixed cheese & caramel popcorn!
On a side note, BlogHer will be in Chicago this year on July 24th and 25th. If you'll be attending, let me know!
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Posted on November 20, 2008 |
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