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Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 8:32 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
That is true of carseat/stroller combos for babies under 20 lbs. She is 23 lbs (and too tall for the littler carseats) and in the next size carseat which does not pop into a stroller. I plan to take an umbrella stroller, I just don't think I could manage a stroller and a carseat (those things are big and heavy) at the same time. I don't think the sun shade thing would be strong enough to hold a carseat's weight. BUT-- I will for sure test it out... That might be the answer...

Also there are (expensive) stroller/large carseat things, basically it is a large carseat with pop out wheels and a pop out handle. But for one trip, it is not worth the few hundred bux it costs...

Hukdonreality
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09-29-2003

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 8:35 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Hukdonreality a private message Print Post    
Can you make a homemade version of the strap system shown here, and carry the carseat on your back like a backpack?

http://www.onestepahead.com/product/osa/363756.html

Scooterrific
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07-08-2005

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 8:38 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Scooterrific a private message Print Post    
She doesn't know not to break away? How old is she?

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 8:39 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
Hukd. I think I love you!! That is a great idea!!! And then I can put my backpack on the back of the umbrella stroller.

Now the next question, is how do a rig a set of straps for this???

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 8:40 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
She's 24 months. What age do you think a toddler knows not to break free??

Hukdonreality
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09-29-2003

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 8:44 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Hukdonreality a private message Print Post    
I don't know anything about sewing or such, Julieboo. Maybe you have family or friends who can look at the picture and rig something up. It actually doesn't look like you'd need to buy that thing, just maybe hook up some luggage straps to the seat and have someone adjust it on you. You can buy luggage straps with the clips and stuff right in the luggage/backpack area of stores like Walmart.

Mocha
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08-12-2001

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 8:46 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mocha a private message Print Post    
I don't mean no harm but hell if I'd strap a heavy carseat on my back. I think you just need to forget taking the carseat.

I'm also chuckling cuz you said 24 months instead of 2yrs old.

Serate
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08-21-2001

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 8:51 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Serate a private message Print Post    
Scooter, her hand is too small and too squirmy--she'd break away from me in a second.....

How about one of those harness thingies? I know it sounds cruel to "leash" a child but if it is in the best interest of her safety.....

Twinkie
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09-24-2002

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 8:51 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Twinkie a private message Print Post    
Check the carseat like luggage so you don't have to carry it around. When I fly I always see lots of carseats and strollers on the baggage carosel.

Ophiliasgrandma
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09-04-2001

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 8:52 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Ophiliasgrandma a private message Print Post    
Julie, you need the strap set-up that velcros to your wrist and to her wrist. I found a ton of different options on the internet.



Rissa
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03-20-2006

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 8:52 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Rissa a private message Print Post    
Julie, couple questions.

1) Is a car seat req'd on flight?
2) Can you arrange for one through the airline at a nominal charge?

I have travelled with 3 kids on my own several times a year and I have a definate survival plan. It involved having NOTHING on board but the kids and one small bag with my wallet, finger snacks, books, etc. I check absolutely everything and that way I am not spending an hour to two hours stuck in a waiting lounge guarding luggage while kids try to escape and I am not decapitating other passengers trying to squeeze down the aisle with bags and babies on each hip. LOL Now when I flew babies could sit on my lap up to 2 yrs old and then they did not require a car seat after that so I am not sure what the current regulations are.

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 8:54 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
Thanks Hukd. Heck, I could even probably just use a jump rope or something and hold the ends. It's not (hopefully) going to be that long of a time that I'd have to carry it anyways...

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 9:01 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
No, a carseat is not required. I was not gonna bring one. However, once I get to where I am going, a car seat is required (when we get in a car). And I am having a hard time finding a car rental place that can guarantee a carseat.

Believe me, if I didn't have to have a carseat, I would not take one. Now I could check it (they don't even count it in your total number of checked bags) BUT I am thinking it would be more than worth the hassle once I get it and her hooked up. Then she will remain stationary for the flight. Having her just in the airplane seat belt, does not secure her and she is all over the seats and tries to walk down the aisle...

The reason I said 24months and not 2 years, is there is a big difference between a 24 month old 2 year old and say, a 34 month old 2 year old.

Escapee
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06-15-2004

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 9:02 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Escapee a private message Print Post    
Too bad you don't have one of those carseats that roll like a piece of luggage. They are pretty handy and act as a stroller/carseat all in one. They are great for if you kid passes out, too.

So, why the trip back to Oregon?

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 9:04 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
I might just go on and get one of those leashes. But I think I'd get the kind that goes around the body. I know her and she will figure out how to release herself from a wrist thing. Plus then she'll feel freer too...

Thanks for all these ideas!!! You all rock!!

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 9:08 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
Escapee, that is what I was describing in my 7:32 post, but they are wayyyy expensive. Not worth it for just one airplane trip. Trip back is to visit Abby's birthmom.

Rissa
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03-20-2006

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 9:11 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Rissa a private message Print Post    
Sounds reasonable Julie. One last effort to get you a easier flight.... can anyone on the other end rent or borrow a car seat for you and meet you at the airport?

Escapee
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06-15-2004

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 9:12 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Escapee a private message Print Post    
Wow, Julie, is that difficult for you? Is the adoption 100% final? How do you feel about htat?

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 9:18 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
Yes, the adoption was 100% final in August. I have emailed with the birthmom several times and she is really sweet.

The actual travelling part will be difficult. But I don't think the visit will be difficult.

We met with the birthmom before the adoption, so I don't think it'll be uncomfortable. She has told me that Chris and I are her angels. And I have told her that we thank God and her for her decision. It pretty much is a win-win situation.

Serate
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08-21-2001

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 9:20 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Serate a private message Print Post    
Maybe you can find something like this for your car seat. Wasn't sure what car seat you have so just took the first one that popped up. There might be other brands.

http://www.gogobabyz.com/products/gogo_kids.html

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 9:24 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
Rissa, we don't have anyone meeting us at the airport once we get there...That would have been nice. However, the more I think about it, the more I like the idea of having her secured in her seat in the plane. Only way to do that is lugging the carseat onto the plane.

Serate, I will check that site out! Thanks!

Hukdonreality
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09-29-2003

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 9:26 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Hukdonreality a private message Print Post    
...then again, Julie...you could make her a suit of velcro. She wouldn't be able to move around in the seat at all!

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 9:30 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
:-)

Serate
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08-21-2001

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 9:48 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Serate a private message Print Post    
Guess the one I posted works with most car seats. Thought it only worked with one, but that might be the one I found on Craig's list.

Not sure how good it would be as an actual stroller for long term walking, but I think it would work great in the airport.

Merrysea
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08-13-2004

Friday, February 01, 2008 - 10:11 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Merrysea a private message Print Post    
I agree with the harness type of leash - it's much more secure. I used to use those for my boys when they were little, and they were a godsend (especially for my wanderer!).