With the Holiday fast approaching that means many of us will take to the roads to travel to see loved ones. Safety 1st would like to pass along travel safety tips on "How to Survive the Holidays with Kids".
I've been blessed, my immediate family are all with in an hours drive, which helps reduce this grandma's anxiety level.
According to the AAA last year 94.5 million people were on the roads, train tracks or in the skies during the holiday season. Wow, that a lot of people! Then add your own kids into the mix of congestion and for some it can mean holiday headaches. However Safety 1st has some tips to help fight some of those headaches this holiday season (no these suggestions won't help you deal with Uncle Bob who has a tendency to be a bit to loud). :)
Let me tell you, I snapped at least a dozen photos of the princess in the new Advanced SE 65 Air+ Convertible Car Seat. They were each and everyone a bit fuzzy because she's officially a mover and a shaker!
1. Avoid peak travel days: Try not to fly or drive the days immediately before and after the actual holiday. Those are the busiest travel days. However, if you fly or take a train you might save money by traveling on the actual holiday, the roads are less congested too.
2. Prepare your child for the trip: Holiday parties can be overwhelming with sensory overload. Especially for young children its good to talk about the upcoming trip days even weeks in advance. This will help him or her get excited about the journey. Show photos of family members or friends your child has not met yet, this way the new faces might be a little familiar upon arrival.
3. "Are we there yet?" To help avoid that dreaded phrase and amour into your six hour trip reserve a bag just for the kids, include books, toys, diapers a change of clothes and snacks. Pre-load a tablet or smartphone with kid friendly apps or games. If you are driving keep all necessary items such as wipes, hand sanitizer or tissues easy to reach in a moment, there are times you may not want to be digging through the bottom of a bag for such items. The Safety 1st Car Door Sanitation Station is a great solution.
4. Car Seats: if you are flying check to make sure your car seat is FAA certified. If it's not clearly labeled contact the manufacture. For parents with older children the Safety 1st BoostAPak can double as a kid survival kit, it's FAA certified , and will fit in the plane overhead bin area.
If you are driving make sure your car seat is installed correctly. If it's been awhile side you visited a car seat check, it's recommended to check your seat with a Certified Child Safety Technician in prior to your trip. Safercar.gov is a great resource.
5. Prepare the guest room: If your child will be sleeping in a Play Yard during the trip, use that for a bed or nap the entire week prior to your trip, thus allowing your child to adjust and feel more comfortable in a new environment. Also if your infant or child sleeps better in a dark room or tends to wake up early with the morning light, bring a dark sheet to place over the window, with the same effect as room darkening curtains.
Safety 1st introduces the latest car seat featuring Air Protect + technology.
The Advance 65 Air+ Convertible Car Seat features Air Protect + to keep children form 5-65 pounds safer in the car.
Air Protect + combines the advanced protection of Air Protect® fusion system with patented GCell HX™ foam designed with hexagonal shapes for superior protection around the torso. TOGETHER they provide full body side impact protection.
In addition to Air Protect+, the Advance 65 Air + uses a STEEL-REINFORCED metal frame for extra stability and includes a 4-position recline for an optimal fit to your vehicle. They've also included color-coded belts paths and installation labels to help you install it quickly and correctly, which means less time getting it into your car and more time to enjoy the ride.
Super-extended weight range
Rear-facing 5-40 pounds
Forward-facing 22-65 pounds
Featuring Air Protect +
Air Protect® advanced fusions system protects your child's head, where it's needed most
GCell HX™ patented foam with hexagonal shapes inside the seat provides superior body protection
10-position headrest grows with your child
No re-thread harness
4-position recline for optimal fit to your car
LATCH equipped
Integrated cup holder
Meets or exceed Federal and ASTM Safety Standards
Safety 1st Is Giving One Of YOU The Opportunity To WIN The Advance 65 Air+ Convertible Car Seat!
Good Luck and Thank You for Sharing!
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33 comments :
I would also love to have the Prelude™ Play Yard - Sail Away
I would love a Travel Ease Elite Play Yard - Eiffel Rose for my granddaughter.
Traveling with children is risky business haha I recommend highly applying lavender oil to the bottoms of your children s feet and it really helps them stay calm and relaxed on car rides, especially long ones. Also make sure to have lots of snacks and activities to keep them preoccupied.
I love the Snug Fit Folding Infant Seat - Alice In Wonderland
I like their Wide Doorways Fabric Gate.
Nancy
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I would love to have the AeroLite LX Stroller - McKenna stroller.
Have soothing music for babies or other forms of entertainment for older children....
I love the Disney serve and store highchair!
onecheapaldy@yahoo.com
I like the Prelude Play Yard, too!
I like the S1 Trivecta - McKenna stroller
I would love to own the Prelude™ Stages Play Yard.
I would love to have the travel system (car seat and stroller combo) for my first grand-baby so I can take it our instead of switching out car seats every time.
id like to have the Disney Pronto Booster - Minnie Flower
I would like the Lift, Lock & Swing Gate :)
That is a pretty sweet car seat. They sure have come a long way since my boys were in car seats.
My tip for travelling with kids is: FOOD!!!! It's amazing how a snack here and there can really occupy them and keep them content.
Safety 1st Advanced SE 65 Air + Car Set. Love it! Want it!
When traveling with kids, take kids out of car seats when you stop. They need to stretch to ease aches and pains just like everyone else!
Thanks!
I really like the Lift, Lock & Swing Gates. Just what my grand kids need.
I've had my eye on the Safety 1st Childproofing kit (46 piece). My house is no where ready for baby and that would help me out a ton!
I would love to have the Prelude Play Yard! My dog got scared during our last thunderstorm and ripped our play yard to shreds :( Happy Holidays!
I think the Cubikals Stack n Play 3 Block Set would be great for a baby shower gift.
I like the prelude playard
My suggestion is to travel often! If they always do it, they'll be used to it by the time they're 2!
Tiffany Lewis
I would love to have this car seat in the giveaway, My kiddo's who are having a baby could really use one.
I LOVE this car seat! Thanks so much for the chance to win!
I think one of the best things to do to travel with children is to plan ahead. We always make sure we have the car stocked with books, small toys, and charged electronics with headphones to keep them occupied!
Seems like we are always in the car with the grandchildren. Even on short rides it is good to be prepared with something to do or for mishaps.
I would like to own a Safety1st Prelude play yard!
My suggestion for travelling with kids would be bring plenty to keep them occupied and snacks!!
Aside from a car seat from Safety 1st, I'd love to have their Prelude Play Yard.
Would love to gift the SleekRide™ Premier Travel System - ABC Toile to my sister who is expecting her first baby!
Id like to have the full feature Aerolite stroller in wood bone.
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