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Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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So we're now just under 2 weeks out and while we pretty much are all set with everything, we're just trying to figure out what else we might want for our boy who will hit 6 months the day we depart.
We've got a chair that can mount to the table, his car seat, toys and a few other things. Just wondering what else might be good to have that we aren't thinking of.
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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Thanks for the advice so far!
I think we have most of the things mentioned - swim diapers and float for sure - he's been in the water many times already and loves it. Even had him completely on his back in the tub and while in his life vest and he was comfortable. I think he'll love the warm water in the BVI as my parents pool is on the cool side!
We use the chux pads and will be sure to bring many plus diaper cream - we have found triple paste to be excellent. Gotta get some extra pacifiers though - never seem to have enough!
And fortunately we will have A/C, so sleeping won't be a big deal - we're actually going to put him in the v-berth off our cabin saving us from trying to bring a pack N play.. But we'll bring the mosquito netting for when we are off the boat!
Really looking forward to the trip!
Any thoughts on a stroller? We've been going back and forth - it would certainly be nice at times.. we're thinking maybe a small umbrella stroller might be good and pack easily?
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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Cleobeach said: We had a spring float thing for our son when he was an infant. When I get to a real computer, I'll find it and post a link, it was cheap and ,packed small. The great thing about it is that it keeps the little ones center of gravity low in the water and they aren't easily able to tip down head first into the water. Thanks - we probably already have the one you are thinking of maybe.. This is the one we have and he loves it! http://www.amazon.com/SwimWays-Spri...RPETGY/ref=dp_ob_title_toy?&th=1
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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maytrix said: Any thoughts on a stroller? We've been going back and forth - it would certainly be nice at times.. we're thinking maybe a small umbrella stroller might be good and pack easily? We were a baby wearing family and actually didn't even purchase a stroller until our son was about 9 months old. Never took one on vacation when our son was an infant. (We did once he was walking.) However, other families are solidly stroller people for infants. How much do you use a stroller at home? Does your baby enjoy sitting in it at restaurants? If so, it might be worth while to take one along.
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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I was thinking of wearing him - I think the problem for both of us may be that we both get hot very easily. His car seat also is a problem for him because of that, which is why we're thinking a light umbrella stroller that might let his back breath a bit He's fine sitting in his car seat, so a stroller would be no different (as long as he's cool enough). Like me, he'll complain if he gets too hot <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" /> Biggest debat right now is how we'll have him sleep. I was thinking we'd use the v-berth for him and we'd be sleeping off of that. My sister feels we need to contain him better than just putting him in the v-berth.. A pack n play MIGHT barely fit in the cabin, but leave us very little room to move around - would be ok with me as long as we could squeeze by to get to the head and in and out of bed.. during the day we could keep it in the salon area.. Plus side is it gives him a place to be contained to sleep and during the day. Downside is the size.. Any thoughts?
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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Yeah, it will fit in the salon fine. Heat shouldn't be a problem in the boat, we've got AC. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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We're going to be on a Moorings 4800
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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Would something like this work? http://www.target.com/p/brica-fold-n-go-...f66QaApfH8P8HAQOr this - http://www.amazon.com/BayB-Brand-Infant-...YHVFKD1QHPY12PTWe had a different travel crib but I can't find it via googling now. Along the lines of what GeorgeC1 brought up, we found the best way to smooth the travel road was for each parent to have clearly defined rolls and to stick to them with no exceptions. For example, one parent always carries the baby through TSA/C&I and the other always carries the hand baggage. That way you aren't burning energy with a constant back and forth about "who has the diaper bag? type of exchange. The same could be applied to safety. Our land-to-boat and back again were limited to day trips, water taxis, some dingy trips, etc. but in those instances, my husband was most comfortable taking charge of our son. His focus was 100% on our son and I backed off and didn't distract him with a thousand questions, advice, coaching, etc. about how he was doing it. Is your son's PDF the type that keeps him face up? Ours had a pillow type flap at the rear collar area with a handle that was always firmly grasped. Also, is a bright color? Those stupid blue ones should be illegal.
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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Cleobeach said:Would something like this work? http://www.target.com/p/brica-fold-n-go-...f66QaApfH8P8HAQOr this - http://www.amazon.com/BayB-Brand-Infant-...YHVFKD1QHPY12PTFor example, one parent always carries the baby through TSA/C&I and the other always carries the hand baggage. That way you aren't burning energy with a constant back and forth about "who has the diaper bag? type of exchange. The same could be applied to safety. Our land-to-boat and back again were limited to day trips, water taxis, some dingy trips, etc. but in those instances, my husband was most comfortable taking charge of our son. His focus was 100% on our son and I backed off and didn't distract him with a thousand questions, advice, coaching, etc. about how he was doing it. Is your son's PDF the type that keeps him face up? Ours had a pillow type flap at the rear collar area with a handle that was always firmly grasped. Also, is a bright color? Those stupid blue ones should be illegal. I have the Brica on my wish list in amazon - its just a bit small for him, although he would fit and it certainly would contain him as long as he didn't roll out of it He moves around a LOT when he sleeps. I'm not sure why it has a weight limit though - he already exceeds that. Life vest is as you describe - it is unfortunately blue, but has orange stars all over it and the straps are a bright orange as well. It does have a handle too. We're still figuring out packing, but since he will be in his car seat when we are going through the airport, I will be in charge of him and then we'll each have certain bags we'll take - we may just take his stroller simply to make this part of the trip easier..
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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BEERMAN said: Matt I have small yet efficient battery operated fans I'll bring to keep the air moving over him! Cool, thanks. We've got a spray bottle with a fan too.. plus a cooling towel.. Between the A/C in the boat and the water, he'll stay plenty cool I think. Planning on keeping him out of the sun for the most part too, even though he'll be thoroughly covered in sunblock..
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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If you are on a 4800 take the port fwd cabin. You can just leave the door open to the bow cabin and place the baby there in the coffin berth. The baby will only be a foot away from you and there is nowhere unsafe he can go. The boat also offers outstanding shade so keeping the baby out of the sun will be easy. Move the baby in and out via the center of the boat not the suger scoops. Easy to hand the baby up or down. Do not try and board or deboard holding the baby. The main salon table drops down and forms a almost queen sized berth. I would drop it down after breakfast and leave it that way until dinner. Perfect place to leave the baby to nap ect.. when underway. He can be kept in sight easily from the front or rear cockpit. Bring bungee chords to use for extra places to hang towels ect. Where to hook them is obvious when looking at the cabin walls. I would also make sure you bring at least one noodle and a long length of poly ¼ inch rope. Thread it through the noodle and tie it under the boat. Perfect place to hang out in the water completely shaded. G
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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That was my thought too George - we've been on the 48 a few times - my sister didn't like the idea of just leaving him in the v-berth without something else containing him in a smaller space.. I'm not sure its an issue myself. Dropping the table's an interesting idea - hadn't thought of that - we'd typically just put him on the floor on a play mat and watch him - we couldn't leave him out of reach as he moves around way too much.. that's where a pack n play would be nice, but I'm not sure I want to lug it around just for that.. Thanks for all the great advice - Beerman will be posting a trip report and I'll also be sure to post what worked for us
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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wow,...so excited for you guys. I'm sure you will have a blast.,
I agree with Warren about seeing your doctor for a broad spectrum antibiotic in case of unforeseen issues., . ear infections can really come on fast , especially when in and out of the water daily ....and ruin everyone's trip, most especially your baby's
Have fun....can NOT wait to read all about it <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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I'm sure we'll have a blast too!
My sister who is an RN and working towards nurse practitioner now will be with us and was very much against the anti-biotic recommendations. If we were doing a multi-day passage or something it would make sense, but we're in reach of medical care if needed and would seek that out if we needed to. She said she'd be surprised if a Doctor would just give a blanket prescription as well without an immediate need. I appreciate the recommendations though.
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Re: Two weeks to go - what to bring... for a 6 mo old?
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I'm an RN also and also hate and never use antibiotics. ...just one of those people who prepare for everything ...if I have it I won't need or ever use it...if I don't have it I may need it.... <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" />
thankfully have never needed to access medical care abroad but I'm sure the BVI would treat you well if needed from reading post on here in the past.
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Sandsailsun said: I'm an RN also and also hate and never use antibiotics. ...just one of those people who prepare for everything ...if I have it I won't need or ever use it...if I don't have it I may need it.... <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" />
thankfully have never needed to access medical care abroad but I'm sure the BVI would treat you well if needed from reading post on here in the past. I was sure glad you had some with you in May, Kim! I would have been a VERY unhappy camper at the Poker Run! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Thumbsup.gif" alt="" />
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