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Luggage. Put a tote bag or something filled with everything you need in it, and take that out when you get on the plane.

@artbee: yup, that's what we do. Satellite system. Can you check any bags, or what's the policy there?

I haven't flown Spirit personally but check their fine print... I thought I heard somewhere that a personal item was a purse or something similar, NOT a normal carry-on luggage.

ETA: Not sure if you saw this:
You can view our current bag fees here, which includes carry-on, checked, overweight, oversized, and sporting equipment. For size and weight limits for baggage including embargo restrictions click here.

Remember, we always provide one personal item free of charge per customer. Personal item (e.g. purse, small backpack, etc.) dimensions must not exceed 16 x 14 x 12 inches (40 x 35 x 30 cm) including handles and wheels.

Additionally, the following carry-on items are not counted towards a customer's carry-on bag allowance and can be brought with you on all flights free of charge - umbrella, camera, infant diaper bag, assistive devices, outer garments (e.g. coats, hats, and wraps), reading material, and food for the flight.

In certain instances, wheelchairs, car seats and strollers may be checked or carried on free of charge.

@BabyBoecksMom: I like to fly with as few things in my hands as possible, meaning I would probably pay to check a bag, but I realize I am not the norm here.

Too much stuff around stresses me out!

A Mom Blogger on traveling with toddlers. Hope this helps. I voted for the suitcase. Will your parents help you get it stowed? Even the meanest flight attendants typically help Moms and other less-flexible passengers get their luggage. http://www.hollywoodhousewife.com/2013/04/keeping-your-sanity-while-traveling-with-toddlers.html

http://www.hollywoodhousewife.com/2010/11/three-tips-for-flying-with-a-baby.html

Oh also, I may have snuck an extra bag in the bottom of my stroller, that I took out right before I gate checked the stroller at the jetbridge