https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:05:37 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/traveling-with-a-lap-child#post-86534 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 02:39:41 +0000 looch 86534@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Some airlines have limits on the size and weight of the stroller you can gate check, so double check on that. They're also starting to care if you pack extra stuff in the bag with the stroller, because lots of people try to treat it like another free bag and they get heavy!</p> <p>You can ask for your stroller to be hand checked if it's a PITA to put on the belt or if you are travelling alone. I've done it a few times, no one's given me any trouble about it.</p> <p>Most of all, just try to relax, most people are really understanding about travel with children! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/traveling-with-a-lap-child#post-86488 Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:38:25 +0000 erwoo 86488@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I put smaller toys and books into a couple of big zip lock bags and took one bag out at a time for entertainment. Maybe even put some new little toys in there as well. Snacks for sure. Highly recommend using an umbrella stroller instead of a full-size one b/c you will have to put it through the x-ray machine. And find the biggest, lightest tote or backpack you can find to bring all the stuff you need. Slip-on shoes for both you and your toddler. Oh, and a sippy with water inside for take off and landing to help with ears. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/traveling-with-a-lap-child#post-86266 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 23:06:18 +0000 anewme 86266@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I just got back from a carribean vacay with my LO (11 months). It wss 3 hours, she slept for half of it so we only had to keep her entertained for 1.5 hours which wasn't so bad. I think snacks are key! Keeps their hands, mouth and eyes busy. My daughter doesn't care much for toys so the little things I got didn't hold her attn long. Instead she loved playing with the armrest and buttons. </p> <p>We gate checked out lightweight stroller. I didnt feel like wrestling with a big heavy stroller thru the airport and on vacay. In addition with luggage, diaper bags and handbags. And remember you have to Get your stroller scanned on the belt as well so anything that's gonna take time to fold and unfold is just a hassle I could do without. Any liquids you have for the baby (juice,milk) can be taken through security but will be checked. Keep them in a ziplock bag separate and ready to give to security. </p> <p>We got our passports expedited. We needed to get official certified copies of her birth certificate, itinerary, both parents show up at the agency for minors. </p> <p>That's all I remember for now </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/traveling-with-a-lap-child#post-86253 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 21:58:12 +0000 Red 86253@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I agree to gate check your stroller, be sure to protect it with a stroller bag or a large black garbage bag. </p> <p>Dress your toddler in something that would be easy to take on/off for diaper changes. </p> <p>The kindle fire loaded with cartoons definitely helped us the last time we flew cross-country. </p> <p>Let your toddler run around and burn off energy before getting on the plane.</p> <p>Bring something for LO to suck on (pacifier, bottle, or breastfeed) during take-off and landings to help equalize their ears.</p> <p>I usually check my larger bags but I also bring a roll-on suitcase with an extra set of clothes for LO &amp; me and any hard to replace items for LO (ie. medicine, lovey, etc.)</p> <p>Good luck! 4 hours really isn't that bad, you'll survive :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/traveling-with-a-lap-child#post-86203 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 18:34:03 +0000 venice4504 86203@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Most likely the airline is going to request you check your large stroller as baggage (along with charging a fee). An umbrella style stroller can be gate checked.</p> <p>Wearing the baby is a great option to get through the airport.</p> <p>Mrs. Bee had a great idea about the toys. Along with DVD's, coloring books etc.</p> <p>Also remember to pack snacks (something that doesn't smell). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/traveling-with-a-lap-child#post-86148 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:01:23 +0000 AQL1211 86148@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>thanks! i thought i saw an entry on traveling but when i searched for it, it didn't come up for some reason. but thanks for the link! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/traveling-with-a-lap-child#post-86125 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:17:03 +0000 Mrs. Bee 86125@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>you can gate check your stroller. they won't let an umbrella stroller on the plane. i wouldn't travel with your hefty stroller. you can buy a cheap one for like $40? you can borrow my umbrella stroller if you want... charlie rarely uses his stroller, and we have the city mini anyway.</p> <p>i would suggest buying lots of little cheap little toys and wrapping them in tissue paper or something and giving it to her every 20 min or so to keep her occupied. masking tape or stickers are also great! at that age she can prolly watch dvds too. </p> <p>we have a guide on travel toys and gear here: <a href="http://www.hellobee.com/2011/11/29/traveling-with-children/" rel="nofollow">http://www.hellobee.com/2011/11/29/traveling-with-children/</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/traveling-with-a-lap-child#post-86121 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:07:10 +0000 AQL1211 86121@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>hi everyone! I'm going to traveling with a toddler who is under two, to a trip to the Caribbean. I started doing some research on traveling with a baby and thought I'd reach out here for some first hand experiences. </p> <p>does anyone have any tips on traveling with a baby? Passport tips, stroller tips, any tips on keeping a 1.5 year old busy on a 4 hour flight? </p> <p>Do i need to buy an umbrella stroller, or will they allow my current hefty stoller on the plane? </p> <p>thanks! </p>