Britax Blink Stroller: let the traveling season begin!
Congratulations to our winner, commenter number 40 – Elliot M.!
The nice weather is here (for the most part) and we’re ready to get out of the house. Our Britax Blink stroller arrived just in time. The stroller was sent to us from Britax for review.
Upon arrival, there was some assembly required. I snapped on the front wheels, the canopy and the two hinge covers (from the remedy kit provided by Britax due to a voluntary recall) and ladies and gentleman, we’re in business.
I took some time to review the stroller’s User Guide to familiarize myself with the strollers features and operating instructions. Aside from the superb quality, Britax products are easy to use. I feel confident enough about Britax to say that you are pretty much guaranteed excellence, so don’t even hesitate if you’re thinking about purchasing anything from this brand.
Now, back to the Blink.
The Blink is currently available in five contemporary patterns. We have the Double Dots fabric and I must say, my nine month old looks pretty adorable sitting in it:
This stroller is compared to umbrella strollers due to it’s light weight (16 lbs.) and compact features. It is suited for your 6 month old up to kids weighing 55 lbs. (my 4-1/2 year old can ride in it).
The ride is smooth (suspension in a lightweight, umbrella-like stroller, people!). Pushing the stroller is a breeze and the foam grip handles make it even more comfortable. The ease of steering is phenomenal (front wheels swivel). There is a storage pack in the back of the stroller and basket underneath (big enough to fit my Bumble Bag).
We put the Blink to the test yesterday by taking the nine month old on a three hour shopping trip. Not one complaint. She laid back, did some people watching, and kicked her leg around off the side of the leg rest. Today, we took a walk through the neighborhood and once again, she enjoyed the comfortable ride.
The Blink is compact and super portable, with a shoulder strap attached and it’s own storage case with two straps (hand and shoulder strap).
You can check out all of Blink’s features on the Britax site.
What you need to know is that right now, the Blink is on sale for $99 until supplies run out and the 2010 models are available. (MSRP $149.99)
Have I convinced you enough to consider getting one? I hope so. I can confidently tell you that you won’t regret it.
Britax and ParentSphere are giving you a chance to WIN a Britax Blink stroller of your own.
I’m going to make you work (a little) for this one, people.
Entry number one:
In the comment section of this post, please give me your best “traveling with kids” tip(s). We have many trips planned this year, two of which include flying. Yes, our Blink will be coming with us! Your entry comment should include your best advice for traveling with an infant.
Additional opportunities to enter. After you have left your first entry comment on this post, you can do any of the following for extra chances to win:
Entry number two:
- Tweet this post. After you’ve Tweeted about the giveaway, come back here and leave another comment with the link to your Tweet and your Twitter username. I’ll make this part easy, you can copy and paste the following text for your Tweet:
” I just entered to win a @britax Blink stroller on @parentsphere http://bit.ly/cK6Xgi ”
Entry number three:
- Become a fan of Britax on Facebook. Leave a comment on their wall letting everyone know that you just entered to win a Blink at ParentSphere.net Then, come back here and leave another comment letting me know that you are a fan on Facebook.
Entry number four:
- Follow Britax on Twitter. Come back (again) and leave another comment letting me know that you and Britax are Twitter friends.
There you have it. FOUR chances to enter. Good luck!
This giveaway will end on Friday, April 30, 2010 at midnight PST. I will randomly choose a winner the following morning and the winner will be notified via email and announced @parentsphere on Twitter.
This giveaway of your choice of a Britax Blink stroller is open to residents of the continental US and Canada.
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#14257 April 18th, 2010 at 11:15 pm
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¬ Carmen
#14259 April 18th, 2010 at 11:49 pm
I try to schedule flights for naptime. Some people have that backfire, but I’ve been lucky so far. I also talked my 2 year old son’s ears off about drinking if his ears hurt on an airplane. He was so conditioned (brainwashed?) by the time the plane took off that he drank water without complaint. I will soon begin having that talk with my 1 year old.
Thanks for the giveaway – the stroller looks great.
¬ Carmen
#14260 April 18th, 2010 at 11:51 pm
Britax and I are twitter friends!
¬ Carmen
#14261 April 18th, 2010 at 11:51 pm
I twittered about the contest: http://twitter.com/Carmenscontests/status/12440899164
¬ As Phil and Teds Dash stroller pack in the bag (“Up and Away”)
#14262 April 19th, 2010 at 1:12 am
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¬ Are you allowed to bring a large (not an umbrella or compact) stroller on an international flight to europe?
#14263 April 19th, 2010 at 2:11 am
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¬ Carol
#14264 April 19th, 2010 at 4:40 am
As a mom of four who has taken her kids everywhere, my husband and I always made sure to pack plenty of snacks and drinks and toys. I can’t think of a better tip, having food along has saved the day every time.
¬ Carol
#14265 April 19th, 2010 at 4:41 am
follow Britax on Twitter cdziuba
¬ Carol
#14266 April 19th, 2010 at 4:41 am
tweeted http://twitter.com/cdziuba/status/12448949711
¬ Carol
#14267 April 19th, 2010 at 4:42 am
Britax Facebook fan Carol P Dziuba and left a message that I just entered to win a Blink at ParentSphere.
¬ Farrah
#14269 April 19th, 2010 at 6:52 am
I always bring a back carrier and my ring sling. I put my little guy on my back to get through security (they don’t make me take him out because it has no metal on it) and to the gate. Then I use the ring sling for getting on the plane and nursing during take off and landing (gives a little more security and privacy. We usually bring a stroller too so this one would be great. Our other is on it’s last leg.
¬ Farrah
#14270 April 19th, 2010 at 6:54 am
Became a FB fan and left your link on their wall.
¬ Farrah
#14271 April 19th, 2010 at 6:59 am
I’m horrible at twitter, but I’ll try to tweet it out. I put it on the DupageMamas wall though. Does that count?
I did tweet it from @dupagemamas but I have no idea how to share the link to that tweet here. Like I said, I really suck at twitter.
¬ Farrah
#14272 April 19th, 2010 at 7:00 am
I followed britax on twitter too! Can you tell we need a new travel stroller?
¬ susan varney
#14273 April 19th, 2010 at 7:47 am
packing for the childs trip is very important, you’ll find that the wants and needs lists for little kids may actually be only one list. The trick is to consider what’s needed for keeping little ones content and you’ll soon realize that a lot of wants like toys and treats, really are “needs” for a long trip
mverno@roadrunner.com
¬ jennifer
#14274 April 19th, 2010 at 7:58 am
I always pack light but make sure to have all my neccesities (based on your experience) but one thing I never leave home without is snacks, never go out without some snack in your purse, trust me.
¬ Leighann of Multi-Minding Mom
#14275 April 19th, 2010 at 10:11 am
Our son is too big for our umbrella stroller–the wheels won’t turn–but we need something lightweight. This stroller looks awesome and I love the 55 lb weight limit.
I have to agree with the other comments. I always found that taking lots of snacks really, really helps. Whether it’s a long car ride or a trip to Target. I’m known to open a bag of Natural Cheetos or cereal at the store and let my kids nosh (I pay for them, honestly!)
Also, books and toys are a must. On a long car trip I always put a bunch of board books and small toys within reach.
When we drove from Illinois to Vermont and back, I gave each kid a travel Doodle Pro. They loved drawing on them. But here’s my tip: make sure they match, otherwise it’s inevitable that one child will want the one the other has!
And maybe my best tip for the littlest ones: We had a back of the seat mirror for the car that had a remote and played music. My guy loved that when he was little. And if he fell asleep, I could turn it off easily.
¬ Leighann of Multi-Minding Mom
#14276 April 19th, 2010 at 10:12 am
Became a fan of Britax on FB and left a comment.
¬ Leighann of Multi-Minding Mom
#14277 April 19th, 2010 at 10:14 am
Tweeted: http://twitter.com/leighannmmm/status/12463490847
¬ Leighann of Multi-Minding Mom
#14278 April 19th, 2010 at 10:15 am
Following Britax on Twitter.
(Thanks for a great review and giveaway, BTW!)
¬ uberVU - social comments
#14279 April 19th, 2010 at 10:22 am
Social comments and analytics for this post…
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¬ Adrienne Gordon
#14280 April 19th, 2010 at 10:32 am
make sure to bring plenty of snacks to avoid stops.
¬ Bob Vinton
#14281 April 19th, 2010 at 10:48 am
would be great for new grandbaby
¬ Janet Pearson
#14282 April 19th, 2010 at 10:51 am
Easy on/off shoes for the airport. They even make the babies take them off at security. Also, I never gave my babies sweets but on the airplane I sure did. A nice cup of pudding goes a llooonngg way with a cranky baby!!
¬ Janet Pearson
#14283 April 19th, 2010 at 10:56 am
I became a Britax fan on facebook.
¬ Kristen
#14284 April 19th, 2010 at 11:02 am
I always bring a baby carrier with me when i travel. The worst thing to do when your traveling and going to all these places to sight-see, is having to unpack and set up the stroller, then having to load it back into the car. Nothing beats just getting out of the car and putting your baby in the carrier and GOING!
¬ Kristen
#14285 April 19th, 2010 at 11:03 am
I tweeted!
http://twitter.com/aeris321/status/12465754697
¬ Kristen
#14286 April 19th, 2010 at 11:05 am
I’m a FB fan of Britax and left a comment on their wall! (Kristen H)
¬ Kristen
#14287 April 19th, 2010 at 11:05 am
I tweeted the giveaway!
http://twitter.com/aeris321/status/12465754697
¬ Kristen
#14288 April 19th, 2010 at 11:06 am
I follow Britax on Twitter! (@aeris321)
¬ Cheryl
#14290 April 19th, 2010 at 12:52 pm
My best tip for traveling with infants? Carry lots of baby wipes (unscented are best) and gallon sized zip top bags. Both are handy for so many things.
¬ Jen
#14292 April 19th, 2010 at 4:07 pm
I always as few diapers as possible then purchase some when we reach our destination. It saves A LOT of room in the suitcase!
¬ Jen
#14293 April 19th, 2010 at 4:09 pm
I’m a fan on facebook
And on my previous post I ment to say “I always pack as few diapers as possible…”
¬ Anna
#14294 April 19th, 2010 at 4:19 pm
Well, you’ve already got it taken care of, but I like to use an umbrella stroller when traveling by plane. It’s small enough that you can maneuver through all of the people and lines quickly and is easy to fold up and be stored at the gate check. The Blink looks like an awesome umbrella stroller and I love that it has a 55 lb. weight limit!
¬ Jaque
#14295 April 19th, 2010 at 4:38 pm
Flying is always a challenge with an infant….their poor little ears hurt during take off and landing. That is why I always take a bottle of water so they can suck on that during that time.
Thank you.
¬ Jill
#14297 April 19th, 2010 at 6:09 pm
I’ve never traveled with an infant but I’d imagine you should pack a 6-pack (for the parents, not the baby), hahahaha.
¬ SHANNA
#14299 April 19th, 2010 at 6:48 pm
Good luck with traveling! I have never traveled with my son when he was an infant, so I can’t be of much help. STAY CALM!! =D
¬ SHANNA
#14300 April 19th, 2010 at 6:54 pm
Fan on Facebook.
-Shanna A
¬ SHANNA
#14301 April 19th, 2010 at 6:54 pm
Twitter Follower
@ShannaEAnderson
¬ shannon Baas
#14302 April 19th, 2010 at 7:56 pm
make sure you have everything you need.
¬ Lorin Buksa
#14303 April 19th, 2010 at 8:01 pm
Make sure you are comfortable (and the baby of course). We were delayed for 3 hours in an airport and my sneakers were worn out. I would have given anything for a comfortable pair of shoes when we were passing the time away by strolling up and down the hallways in the Snap N Go.
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#14304 April 19th, 2010 at 8:23 pm
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¬ Elliot Meyer
#14305 April 19th, 2010 at 8:32 pm
Tweeted: http://twitter.com/orlanduh/status/12491571779
¬ Elliot Meyer
#14306 April 19th, 2010 at 8:34 pm
I’m a FaceBook fan of Britax and left a comment on their wall
¬ Elliot Meyer
#14307 April 19th, 2010 at 8:37 pm
I am now following Britax on Twitter.
¬ Lindsey Felter
#14308 April 19th, 2010 at 8:37 pm
I am a fan of Britax on facebook and left a comment
¬ Elliot Meyer
#14309 April 19th, 2010 at 8:38 pm
My best advise for traveling with an infant would be to always bring food or snacks with you.
¬ Lindsey Felter
#14310 April 19th, 2010 at 8:39 pm
I am following Britax on twitter
¬ Lindsey Felter
#14311 April 19th, 2010 at 8:39 pm
http://twitter.com/preggerz/status/12492023285
My tweet
¬ Lindsey Felter
#14312 April 19th, 2010 at 8:48 pm
I have never flown with my daughter so I cant be of much help there. But when leaving the house for anything I pretty much make sure I am prepared for anything with her. Plenty diapers, snacks, wipes, and toys. I always have an extra outfit, one time I left house without she had a diaper accident and I had to make a stop to buy a new one. Food is our must have in my purse/ diaper bag, it keeps her the most happy
¬ Jennifer G
#14315 April 19th, 2010 at 11:29 pm
Make sure you have some of their favorite things in their very own bag. It will entertain them and make them feel special to have their own bags!
¬ Melanie B
#14316 April 19th, 2010 at 11:38 pm
when I traveled with my daughter, I made sure that she was nursing(or you could do bottle) at take off so that her little ears would pop. I also made sure she had her comfort items, blanket and pacifier. Bring at least a toy or two, and if your infant is big enough, some snacks.
¬ Melanie B
#14317 April 19th, 2010 at 11:39 pm
twitter @kaiasmommy
http://twitter.com/kaiasmommy/status/12500115797
¬ Melanie B
#14318 April 19th, 2010 at 11:40 pm
FB fan @Melanie B
¬ Melanie B
#14319 April 19th, 2010 at 11:41 pm
Britax twitter @kaiasmommy
¬ Denise B.
#14322 April 20th, 2010 at 1:19 pm
In addition to toys and books, we bring their Leapster2′s and dvd players.
¬ Wanda
#14324 April 20th, 2010 at 2:17 pm
I always found that when travelling with an infant it’s important to bring along items to entertain the little one and do a lot of cuddling so baby isn’t bored or neglected. It makes a much happier vacation.
¬ Wanda
#14325 April 20th, 2010 at 2:18 pm
I am a Britax fan on Facebook.
¬ Monique Rizzo
#14326 April 20th, 2010 at 3:00 pm
My best tip is to go to the dollar store, or save little things all year to make up an activity/fun bag (Color books, balls,yoyos,markers, little toys, puzzles etc…) to keep the kiddos busy.
Thanks for the chance.
mogrill@comcast.net
¬ Autumn B.
#14328 April 20th, 2010 at 6:42 pm
make sure you don’t forget the sippy or the binky!
autumn398 @ yahoo.com
¬ don
#14329 April 20th, 2010 at 6:56 pm
please sign me up
¬ Sue E
#14331 April 21st, 2010 at 7:16 am
I’ve never flew when my kids were very young, but on long car trips I make sure they have plenty to snack on. For my toddler, I pack new toys or at least ones that have been packed away for awhile so that they seem new to him. A portable DVD player with their favorite show or just music has helped them last a little longer too.
¬ Sue E
#14332 April 21st, 2010 at 7:19 am
Tweet-suebaby05
https://twitter.com/suebaby05/status/12575697618
¬ Sue E
#14333 April 21st, 2010 at 7:21 am
FB Fan of Britax, left comment.
¬ Sue E
#14334 April 21st, 2010 at 7:51 am
I follow Britax on Twitter as suebaby05.
¬ Mellissa C
#14335 April 21st, 2010 at 11:03 am
I always make sure I pack extra bottles and wipes and extra outfits.
¬ Heather McDonough
#14336 April 21st, 2010 at 12:22 pm
I always take plenty of snacks and travel packs of wipes, along with a change of clothes in a plastic bag in my carry-on.
¬ Heather Small
#14338 April 21st, 2010 at 12:46 pm
I have travelled alot with my infant and found the most important thing is a good nursing cover up. My little one is breastfed, she does take a bottle but found being able to nurse really soothes them. It is also very helpful during take off and landing for airplanes. In fact most trips she slept through the flight once she has nurses.
¬ Heather Small
#14339 April 21st, 2010 at 12:58 pm
Fan on facebook
¬ Heather Small
#14340 April 21st, 2010 at 12:59 pm
Follow them on twitter
¬ Heather Small
#14341 April 21st, 2010 at 1:01 pm
http://twitter.com/hlysmall
¬ Daisy
#14342 April 22nd, 2010 at 9:33 am
When anyone travels with my nephew they pack extra diapers (always!), a new toy to surprise him with, and some sort of hands-free sling/Baby Bjorn so they can navigate the airport or baggage claim with ease!
¬ Laura Rogner
#14343 April 22nd, 2010 at 9:36 am
I always pack light. If I pack too much, my little guy has TOO many choices! Too many snacks, books, small toys…and that makes things worse in the case of a tantrum. I keep it simple…and hope for the best!
¬ Laura Rogner
#14344 April 22nd, 2010 at 9:37 am
I tweeted this post!
http://www.twitter.com/LauraRogner
¬ Laura Rogner
#14345 April 22nd, 2010 at 9:39 am
I’m a fan of Britax on Facebook!
¬ Laura Rogner
#14346 April 22nd, 2010 at 9:39 am
And I am also following Britax on Twitter!
Thanks for the great giveaway!
¬ mickeyfan
#14347 April 22nd, 2010 at 10:10 am
I hope the wee one is a pacifier user. Sucking helps during takeoff and landing. If not, have a bottle ready…will do the same thing. (Gum for older kids works too.)
¬ Amy
#14348 April 22nd, 2010 at 8:42 pm
Traveling with kids…..on a plane pack some “new to them toys” . I always go to the thrift store and grab a bunch of fun toys and books. Also, if they get left behind at least they didn’t cost a fortune!
Always pack some pain/fever medicine and a few bandaids. Nobody wants to be running around a strange new place all panicky with a sickie kiddie looking for a drugstore!
¬ Kristen
#14350 April 23rd, 2010 at 1:37 pm
I traveld with my baby every month for the past 5 months. I thought I was going to die, carrying everything. I made sure the flights were at night, so she would sleep through them. Gave her motrin for her ears a head of time, because she screamed her head off and annoyed everyone on the plane during take off and landing. Its also important to keep them happy so I let her use my itouch, and other toys as well untill she fell asleep. As for a stroller, make sure its sturdy(mine was a piece of crap) and I am 6’1, so this Britax Blink looks like it will make airport travel easy and will not kill my back! We are on a plane again in May!
¬ Kristen
#14351 April 23rd, 2010 at 1:42 pm
Just tweeted at http://twitter.com/maizy86
¬ Kristen
#14352 April 23rd, 2010 at 1:46 pm
I been a fan of Britax on facebook for a while now!! Just posted a comment on FB Britax staying I eneted to win a Blink Stroller!!!
¬ Kristen
#14353 April 23rd, 2010 at 1:49 pm
Britax and I are now twitter Friends!!!!
¬ Lindsay
#14354 April 24th, 2010 at 6:12 pm
I just became a fan of Britax on facebook!
¬ Lindsay
#14355 April 24th, 2010 at 6:14 pm
I haven’t yet traveled with my 14 month old (flying at least we did go to the beach last year) but we have traveled with my neice when she was younger and we always made her a fun travel kit of things to do while on the airplane. We would put age-appropriate things such as coloring books, crayons, her favorite books, some of her favorite snacks and a candy necklace that kept her busy for a long time.
¬ Lindsay
#14356 April 24th, 2010 at 7:03 pm
Britax and I are twitter friends!
¬ Lindsay
#14357 April 24th, 2010 at 7:06 pm
I just tweeted about this giveaway!
¬ Susan C
#14358 April 24th, 2010 at 9:05 pm
My tip is to make sure you have lots and lots of wet wipes because babies seem to get dirtier on a plane or in a car.
smchester at gmail dot com
¬ Karen P
#14359 April 25th, 2010 at 12:19 am
Keep them busy! That is the biggest tip I have.
¬ SoDucky
#14361 April 25th, 2010 at 10:46 pm
Best advice for traveling with an infant – keep Hyland’s teething tablets on hand! You never know when a tooth will sprout at the worst time, and it helps keep the fussies down.
soluckyducky (at) gmail (dot) com
¬ SoDucky
#14362 April 25th, 2010 at 10:48 pm
http://twitter.com/soluckyducky/status/12864887653
soluckyducky (at) gmail (dot) com
¬ SoDucky
#14363 April 25th, 2010 at 10:50 pm
Britax Twitter follower soluckyducky
soluckyducky (at) gmail (dot) com
¬ SoDucky
#14364 April 25th, 2010 at 10:51 pm
Britax FB fan sarah linette and commented on their wall!
soluckyducky (at) gmail (dot) com
¬ Dinnae
#14365 April 26th, 2010 at 12:58 am
My top tip for traveling with an infant – especially flying – have a wrap! My wrap enables me to have my infant strapped to me (required during takeoff and landing), AS WELL AS he can have breast during those times his little ears need to equalise… AND, for those people concerned about modesty, no one can tell! (not that I care tho. LOL)
Top tip for traveling with any child over 1 – GET A DVD PLAYER. whether you’re driving, flying, whatEVER – our dvd player has been INVALUABLE – BEST $100 we’ve EVER spent. We moved our family from Melbourne Aus, to small town, Canada, and the resulting roadtrips after to go back to Vancouver to pick up our shipment (all our stuff), visit family in other areas of the province, etc could NOT have been survived without our DVD player. And I might add that this works so well for us because TV is VERY VERY limited in our house – makes it a MAJOR treat during road trips!
And always important – lots of water, and snackies, like so many have already said (especially if you have picky eaters and you’re flying).
Dinnae Galloway
dinnae79 (at) yahoo.com.au
¬ Dinnae
#14366 April 26th, 2010 at 1:00 am
Just tweeted!
http://twitter.com/dinnae
¬ Dinnae
#14367 April 26th, 2010 at 1:01 am
Am a fan of Britax on Facebook AND posted on their page.
Dinnae Galloway
dinnae79 (at) yahoo.com.au
(oh, and forgot to put name and email to post above. :$)
¬ Sara Hall
#14368 April 26th, 2010 at 1:04 am
Traveling tip — Don’t leave home without a Moby wrap! Sometimes the only thing that will keep the baby happy is to be held, and the Moby lets you “hold” the baby without breaking your arms or back, and you still have two arms. Plus, the Moby can be easily stored in a bag or purse and it doesn’t take up all the space in your luggage. It can be a lifesaver for parents and babies!
¬ Dinnae
#14369 April 26th, 2010 at 1:10 am
And…. numero quattro…
Me and Britax, we’re Twitter besties.
http://twitter.com/dinnae
Dinnae Galloway
dinnae79 (at) yahoo.com.au
¬ Benjamin
#14370 April 26th, 2010 at 1:12 am
Put anything that might leak in a plastic baggie. We always put the baby’s soap/lotions/diaper rash cream/etc. in plastic baggies so that if they leak, they leak into the baggie, and not all over everything in the bag. You never know when your bag will get squished and the last thing you need when traveling is a mess inside your bag! The freezer ziplock-type baggies work great for this because they’re thicker and sturdier than the storage bags.
¬ Sara Hall
#14374 April 26th, 2010 at 10:20 am
I am a facebook fan of Britax!
¬ Tabathia B
#14377 April 26th, 2010 at 2:19 pm
As a mom of a nine month, I take plenty of snacks and juice container with the juice cup. I keep water in the bottles so I can just add the powdered formula to it and not have to worry about warming it because it will be room temp. I also pack plenty of toys and keep a travel pack of boogie wipes and sanitizer for on the go also. I also keep orajel on hand
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
¬ Tabathia B
#14378 April 26th, 2010 at 3:22 pm
tweet http://twitter.com/ChelleB36/status/12905291873
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
¬ Benjamin
#14379 April 26th, 2010 at 3:22 pm
Britax Facebook fan!
¬ Tabathia B
#14380 April 26th, 2010 at 3:24 pm
britax fb fan (michelle barrett) & posted msg
http://www.facebook.com/Britax?v=wall&story_fbid=389793623389&ref=mf
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
¬ Tabathia B
#14381 April 26th, 2010 at 3:26 pm
follow britax on twitter (chelleb36)
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
¬ checkers
#14383 April 26th, 2010 at 5:09 pm
Put each childs’ important things in their own fanny pack when traveling, so its always with them within reach.
skyskyaa11(at)gmail.com
¬ checkers
#14384 April 26th, 2010 at 5:10 pm
tweet, http://twitter.com/checkkers/status/12910540059
¬ checkers
#14385 April 26th, 2010 at 5:11 pm
Me and Britax are Twitter friends.id- checkkers
¬ Ruth
#14386 April 26th, 2010 at 5:47 pm
When traveling with infants I always try to remember their favorite blanket (reminds them of home -I think), and try to keep everything the same. Same schedule as much as possible, same food/formula, and favorite toy. Other than that just make it fun for yourself and for them. Also, my iphone is great for playing music to them as we travel.
¬ Ruth
#14387 April 26th, 2010 at 5:48 pm
Britax Facebook fan and posted message
¬ Sarah B
#14388 April 26th, 2010 at 7:54 pm
My best advice for traveling on a plane with an infant is #1 have a great carrier (I prefer the Moby wrap). #2 Feed/nurse the baby during take-off – it helps relieve the pressure in their ears.
mammabear06 at gmail dot com
¬ Sarah B
#14389 April 26th, 2010 at 8:02 pm
Tweet: http://twitter.com/Sarahtex06/status/12919452370
¬ Sarah B
#14390 April 26th, 2010 at 8:03 pm
I follow Britax on Twitter.
¬ Nancy
#14392 April 27th, 2010 at 6:59 am
I just became a fan on Facebook and would love to win the Blink. My little girl is growing so fast so we need to get a new stroller with a higher weight capacity pretty soon. I love the BLINK!!!
¬ Nancy
#14393 April 27th, 2010 at 7:00 am
I just became a fan on Facebook and would love to win the BLINK. My little girl is getting so big and is quickly outgrowing her current stroller.
¬ Katie R.
#14395 April 27th, 2010 at 3:47 pm
My tip is to always have easy to eat snacks along and their favorite toy or blanket.
¬ Beth
#14396 April 27th, 2010 at 9:31 pm
Bring out some new, small toys that don’t make too much noise. The $1.00 section at Target is a great place to pick up some things.
¬ Beth
#14397 April 27th, 2010 at 9:33 pm
Am a FB fan of Britax.
¬ Laura
#14399 April 28th, 2010 at 8:57 am
For traveling with an infant, driving at night or trying to find evening flights makes a world of difference. Your baby will be upset that the routine is different, but traveling when it’s dark will help them sleep more soundly.
¬ anpnek
#14400 April 28th, 2010 at 11:59 am
For traveling with an infant my best advice is try to start driving when they are ready for a nap as we have found that sometimes our little guy will even nap much longer in the car! Also, don’t forget to bring along a soother (helps for flying too with the pressure in the ears) & blankie!
¬ anpnek
#14401 April 28th, 2010 at 12:02 pm
tweeted (anpnek)
http://twitter.com/anpnek/status/13019938013
¬ anpnek
#14402 April 28th, 2010 at 12:04 pm
I am a fan of Britax on FB & left a comment
¬ anpnek
#14403 April 28th, 2010 at 12:06 pm
I follow Britax on twitter
¬ Linda
#14405 April 28th, 2010 at 8:52 pm
I always take plenty of snacks and toys and a portable DVD if you have one!
¬ Lauren @ Hobo Mama
#14407 April 29th, 2010 at 3:12 am
My best advice for air travel with an infant is to breastfeed on takeoff and landing to decrease ear pressure. Other than that, take along patience and allow yourself plenty of time, no matter what your travel plans are. Expect that everything will take longer than you think, and just roll with it.
We’re flying this summer, too, so I’ll wish us both luck!
¬ Lauren @ Hobo Mama
#14408 April 29th, 2010 at 3:13 am
I follow Britax on Twitter (@Hobo_Mama).
¬ Carol G
#14410 April 29th, 2010 at 5:43 am
It has been many years since I have traveled with an infant, but unless you are going to someplace that absolutely has no stores, remember that you don’t really have to take all of the ‘consumables’ with you. That should allow you to estimate the amount of snacks, diapers, wipes, etc., you need for the travel portion itself while expecting to replenish when you reach your destination. If the child has a favorite toy/blanket/whatever, that is important to take along. This is NOT the time to try to break the habit.
¬ Jodi
#14411 April 29th, 2010 at 10:21 am
This is a given but always bring extra clothes in the carry on. I have had to buy a shirt in the airport bc it got wet
¬ Jodi
#14412 April 29th, 2010 at 10:22 am
I became a fan of Britax on facebook
¬ Jill Myrick
#14413 April 29th, 2010 at 12:38 pm
My best travel tip is to pack a separate backpack or messenger bag for each child.
Inside each put things that they enjoy or bring comfort to them. A favorite game, stuffed animal, coloring books and crayons etc.
Also include their favorite healthy snacks and juice box drinks. and perhaps a snuggly blanket and travel pillow.
This makes traveling much easier for them and you.
Thank you so much for the chance to win.
jweezie43[at]aol[dot]com
¬ Jill Myrick
#14414 April 29th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
I am following Britax via Twitter as jlsc123.
jweezie43[at]aol[dot]com
¬ Nicole D.
#14415 April 29th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
I found that when I traveled with my daughter it was best to pack light for plane trips, and then buy formula and diapers once we got to the destination. Her stuff alone would have taken up an extra suitcase!
¬ Ashlee
#14416 April 29th, 2010 at 2:07 pm
My traveling has slowed down considerably since my son has grown but when he was an infant we traveled a lot! I’d tried to coordinate trips (especially flying) with times I knew he’d need to rest. In the event he wouldn’t zonk out I was sure to bring along lots of books, snacks, toys and things to keep him busy. I always packed a small bag with new things and a few old favorites to keep his interest!
Happy travels Amy! and thanks for this post. I’m in the market for a new stroller massively! I haven’t had one since Xavy outgrew the sling and I neeed one!
¬ celia
#14417 April 29th, 2010 at 5:10 pm
Traveling with kids is never easy but there are a few things that can make it so smoother. One small trick was to carry quite a few ziploc bags to store all the messes my daughter made on long trips.
One thing that I found very useful on long overnight flights was the baby bassinet that airplanes have. We used them twice, and although the quality and guidelines varies from company to company, both times was a lifesaver when my daughter was still young enough to fit in one.
¬ Tim Rogner
#14418 April 29th, 2010 at 5:37 pm
Always pack light when appropriate and don’t forget your child’s most favorite things!
¬ Dylan Rogner
#14419 April 29th, 2010 at 5:38 pm
Bring small snacks! And don’t forget the blankie!
¬ Jennifer W.
#14420 April 29th, 2010 at 6:48 pm
I’ve flown twice with my daughter, who is now 18 months. The first time she was 3 months old and the second time she was 8 months. Both times we traveled alone, and my advice is, even though kids under 2 fly free on their parents lap…purchase a seat. I didn’t, but was lucky enough to have the seat next to me vacant on all parts of both of my journeys. I couldn’t imagine having a stranger squished next to me while I’m holding an infant trying to get something out of the diaper bag!!
¬ Jennifer W.
#14421 April 29th, 2010 at 6:52 pm
Tweet (jennireesa): http://twitter.com/jennireesa/status/13100163408
¬ Jennifer W.
#14422 April 29th, 2010 at 6:57 pm
Fan of Britax on Facebook and I left a comment.
¬ Jennifer W.
#14423 April 29th, 2010 at 6:58 pm
Follow Britax on Twitter. (jennireesa)
¬ Sonya
#14424 April 29th, 2010 at 7:23 pm
For planes, bring a bottle/pacifier or breastfeed on takeoff and landing to help baby’s ears adjust. Otherwise baby will be screaming because of the pressure change (and all the people near you will be screaming at you!)
¬ Mami2jcn
#14425 April 29th, 2010 at 7:23 pm
I think bringing plenty of snacks and toys is important when traveling with an infant or toddler.
¬ Mami2jcn
#14426 April 29th, 2010 at 7:24 pm
tweet:
http://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/13101814575
My twitter id is mami2jcn.
¬ Sonya
#14427 April 29th, 2010 at 7:24 pm
Twitter follower as dewer421
¬ Mami2jcn
#14428 April 29th, 2010 at 7:25 pm
I became a Britax Facebook fan and wrote on their wall under the name Mary Happymommy.
¬ Sonya
#14429 April 29th, 2010 at 7:25 pm
Tweeted: http://twitter.com/dewer421/status/13101863527
¬ Mami2jcn
#14430 April 29th, 2010 at 7:27 pm
I follow Britax on Twitter @mami2jcn.
¬ Jessica
#14431 April 29th, 2010 at 7:39 pm
My best advice is to get on the plane as early as possible. You want to be able to get yourself situated with all the essentials before take off. Snacks and drinks are a great distraction for a crabby baby, but be sure it you’re bringing milk or juice to have a small sealed container (some airports enforce the no open containers policy harder than others) when you’re boarding the plane and a empty bottle or sippy cup to pour it into once you get on the plane.
¬ Jessica
#14432 April 29th, 2010 at 7:39 pm
I tweeted
http://twitter.com/jjak2003/statuses/13102185218
¬ Jessica
#14433 April 29th, 2010 at 7:40 pm
I follow Britax on twitter (@jjak2003)
¬ Jessica
#14434 April 29th, 2010 at 7:41 pm
I’m a facebook fan of Britax (Jessica Wagner) and let them know I was entering your giveaway
¬ amy h
#14436 April 30th, 2010 at 7:33 am
Best advice is to pack everything you can the day/night before. That way you are less likely to forget the items you need the most. I know that I tend to forget a LOT when I try to pack up things right before leaving. Bringing a carrier also helps because you do not have to lug around and store a stroller. I think that purchasing an extra seat next to you is a great idea.
¬ amy h
#14437 April 30th, 2010 at 7:35 am
I’m a fan of Britax on FB and commented on their wall.
¬ amy h
#14438 April 30th, 2010 at 7:36 am
I’m following Britax on twitter: hillfam2005
¬ amy h
#14439 April 30th, 2010 at 7:37 am
Twitter name: hillfam2005
Tweet: http://twitter.com/hillfam2005/status/13129479223
¬ Melanie
#14440 April 30th, 2010 at 9:44 am
Make sure the car is kept cool, and you have items that protect against the sun, like car window shades, or we even have a stroller shade.
¬ Heather
#14441 April 30th, 2010 at 12:12 pm
Bring several things to keep them entertained and of course, bring snacks, too!
¬ Heather
#14442 April 30th, 2010 at 12:15 pm
I tweeted!
http://twitter.com/_HeatherAnne_/status/13141392396
_heatheranne_
¬ Heather
#14443 April 30th, 2010 at 12:15 pm
Fan of Britax on Facebook!
¬ Heather
#14444 April 30th, 2010 at 12:16 pm
Following Britax on Twitter!
¬ Lisa G.
#14445 April 30th, 2010 at 12:55 pm
My best tip is to always bring a comfy blanket with you so your baby has a comfortable place to lay down or play.
lisalmg25 at gmail dot com
¬ Lisa G.
#14446 April 30th, 2010 at 12:56 pm
I Tweeted this giveaway. http://twitter.com/lisalmg/status/13144953252
lisalmg25 at gmail dot com
¬ Lisa G.
#14447 April 30th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
I’m a fan of Britax on Facebook user Lisa G. and left a comment on their wall.
lisalmg25 at gmail dot com
¬ Lisa G.
#14448 April 30th, 2010 at 12:58 pm
I’m following Britax on Twitter user lisalmg.
lisalmg25 at gmail dot com
¬ jen
#14449 April 30th, 2010 at 2:57 pm
entry #1 — traveling tip: layovers are a good thing with kids…let them explore the airports during down times. Also, what everyone else I’m sure has already said — take new and different toys to pull out every so often.
entry #2 — twitter — http://twitter.com/jenseibel/status/13149653169
entry #3 — facebook — I became a fan and posted about the giveaway on their wall… http://www.facebook.com/jenseibel?v=info#!/Britax?ref=mf#wall
¬ Heather
#14450 April 30th, 2010 at 3:16 pm
making sure to schdule extra time for extra stops!
¬ gina
#14452 April 30th, 2010 at 6:49 pm
Take an extra large purse as a carry on. That way you can fit in extra things like new & interesting toys, snacks, wipes and fresh diapers & stuff like that. Also try to book on a relatively empty flight if at all possible…weekdays/midday I am guessing.
¬ DanV
#14454 April 30th, 2010 at 9:30 pm
My advice is to bring lots of small, portable distractions
¬ S Carter
#14455 April 30th, 2010 at 10:11 pm
My tip os to not allow the baby to nap right before you fly. That way once you are on the plane hopefully, they will nap right away.
¬ Gianna
#14457 April 30th, 2010 at 11:16 pm
I always bring snacks, activities and drinks in a backpack to keep my kids busy.
¬ Kristin M.
#14458 April 30th, 2010 at 11:58 pm
BUCKLE THEM UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
¬ janet
#14459 May 1st, 2010 at 12:13 am
CARRY PLENTY OF SNACKS AND DRINKS IN A COOLER AND HAVE EACH CHILD BRING A BAG WITH SOME TOYS AND ACTIVIES THEY CAN ENJOY QUIETLY WHILE TRAVELING.
¬ janet
#14460 May 1st, 2010 at 12:15 am
Following you on Twitter and tweeted:
http://twitter.com/jmahurin40/status/13174574238
JMAHURIN40
¬ janet
#14461 May 1st, 2010 at 12:18 am
facebook — I became a fan OF BRITAX and posted about the giveaway on their wall…
http://www.facebook.com/Britax?v=wall&story_fbid=391243518389&ref=mf
JANET MAHURIN
¬ janet
#14462 May 1st, 2010 at 12:20 am
•FollowING Britax on Twitter
JMAHURIN40
¬ Jennifer Jozwiak
#14463 May 1st, 2010 at 12:48 am
bring lots of toys, dvds and a portable dvd player!