what are the contraceptives use by people?

Kagome

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There are two main types of contraception:

Barrier methods - which physically prevent sperm from swimming into the uterus and fertilizing the womanâs egg
Hormonal methods - which alter a womanâs hormonal cycle to prevent fertilization.

These are the main types of contraception that are generally used by teenagers.


Condoms for sale in a Chicago pharmacy Other types of contraception, which are generally not used by young people, include natural methods such as only having sex at certain times of the month (these are often not effective enough), and sterilization, which is a permanent surgical procedure. The intrauterine device (IUD) and intrauterine system (IUS), also known as 'the coil', are generally not used by young people although in some countries, such as the UK, they are now considered suitable for all age groups.

How do you know which one to choose?
Different methods of contraception have their individual advantages and disadvantages. Thereâs no single âbestâ method of contraception, so you have to decide which is most suitable for you. Whatever your situation, there should be a contraception option that works for you. For many people, barrier methods of contraception are best, because they not only prevent pregnancy, but also prevent HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases being passed on during sex.

Where do you get contraceptives from?
It depends which type of contraceptive youâre looking for. Barrier methods such as condoms and spermicides are widely available from drug stores and other shops in many countries. Theyâre also available from many healthcare providers. Hormonal methods are only available on prescription from doctors. You can also buy some contraceptives online.

There are three main barrier methods of contraception used by teens: the male condom, the female condom, and spermicides in the form of foams or gels.

The male condom
The male condom is the only method of contraception that boys can use. It's really just a rubber tube. It's closed at one end like the finger of a glove so that when a boy puts it over his penis it stops the sperm going inside a girl's body. An advantage of using male condoms is that a boy can take an active part in using contraception â it's not just the girl's responsibility.

The female condom
The female condom is not as widely available as the male condom and it is more expensive. It is however very useful when the man either will not, or cannot, use a male condom. Itâs like a male condom, except itâs bigger and worn inside the vagina.

It's a good idea to practice with condoms before having sex. You can get used to touching them, and it might help you feel more confident about using them when you do have sex.

Spermicides
Spermicides are chemical agents that both kill sperm and stop sperm from travelling up into the cervix (the lower part of the uterus, or womb, where babies develop). Spermicides come in different forms including creams, foaming tablets, gels and foam (which is squirted into the vagina using an applicator). Young people who use spermicide mostly choose foam.

Spermicides are not very effective against pregnancy when used on their own, but are very effective if used at the same times as a male condom. When used together, the male condom and spermicide can be a great combination for effectively protecting against both pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV.

Some condoms also come lubricated with spermicide (Nonoxynol 9). A spermicidal lubricant aims to provide an additional level of protection if some semen happens to leak out of the condom. This can help to reduce the likelihood of pregnancy, but regular use of Nonoxynol 9 can cause an allergic reaction in some people resulting in little sores that can actually make the transmission of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections more likely. Nonoxynol 9 is only a suitable spermicide for a woman who is HIV-negative, and whose partner does not have HIV either. It should only be used for vaginal sex.

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travelling with a newborn?

Mack

next year my partner and I were planning on travelling to America via a plane (we love in australia) when we go we will have a 15month old and a newborn who will be about 4-6 weeks old....has anyone else done a similar trip with such a young bub? is it possible?

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While you 'can' travel and fly with a newborn baby, it doesn't mean that you should.

You will have to check with the specific airline that you are using. American Airlines, for example, says that they don't allow younger babies to fly, including 'newborn babies (within seven days of delivery) unless parent or guardian has a medical certificate indicating travel is authorized.'

Again, that doesn't mean that it is a good idea, though.

Most experts advise that you limit a newborn's and younger infant's exposure to large groups of people so that they don't get sick. Traveling through an airport, on an airplane, and then visiting a lot of family would likely expose your child to viral illnesses and other infections, which is the main issue about safe travel with a baby. It's not so much the oxygen levels, the pressured cabin on the plane, or the effects of high altitude. Also, there is no proven risk between airplane travel and SIDS.

Travel would also be stressful for both a new mom and the baby at that time, especially if your flight was delayed or canceled. Add to that all the supplies that you need for your newborn, including clothes, diapers, bottles, etc., and of course, a car seat for the plane, and travel can be especially difficult.

Unless travel was more essential, it might be best to wait until your baby was older, with a more mature immune system and on a more predictable schedule, when he was two to three months old.

Keep in mind that neither the American Academy of Pediatrics nor the FAA have specific recommendations or advice about traveling with newborn babies besides the general advice about proper use of a car seat. So if you are determined to fly with your baby, get your own pediatrician's opinion, bring some help with you, get a nonstop flight, fly during an off-peak time, and be prepared for everything.

UPPA BABY STROLLER? ANYONE?

A new day

Has anyone taken an uppa baby vista on an airplane?? Im planning on going to NY next week and was wondering if anyone has, did it come back all scratched or damaged at all? and what about the bassinet feature? I use the bassinet right now my son is only a month, will they except the bassinet part or do I need to use the actual seat???

Thanks!
wow I finally got some answers lol, I have posted this question about 5 times!

so thanks to you both for some answers

I would like to add that the bassinet feature I dont plan on bringing in the cabin but wanted to know if it could be checked at the gate along with the stroller, so the baby will have a bed when we get to our destination, also the carseat I just wanted to bring along so when our friend picks us up we will have one for the car ride..
fyi continental is garbage!! they dont tell you any info, they also failed to tell me that they charge for each bag none are free anymore, with a newborn you would think they would mention this knowing I will need extra baggage grrrrrrrrrrrrr!!! the cost of my baggage way exceeds the price of the ticket!

ticket - $190
baggage both ways - $280
and that doesnt include an extra $100 each way if I want to bring the carseat!

RIDICULOUS!

Answer
I want to address something first - Regulations do not stipulate that a child needs to be in a CRS (Child Restraint System - otherwise known as a car seat), but the

FAA (Federal Aviation Administration - USA),
CAA (Civil Aviation Authority - UK),
JAA (Joint Regulatory Authority - Europe),
and CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority - Australia)

among others, and all airlines recommend children under 40lbs (18kg) have their own seat with a child safety device. In fact, many airlines offer half-price tickets specifically so parents can be guaranteed that their child can travel in a CRS device.

I strongly advise using a CRS. I have always bought a seat for my children and used their car seats for them in the plane. It is the only way to ensure safety for your child - especially during turbulence. Depending on how bad the turbulence (and it can come on suddenly) anything not secured will go flying (I don't want to scare you, but I have seen it happen first hand). There are other reasons as well, many of which are not regularly spoken about (so as not to make parents afraid). The truth is, accidents and incidents with planes are rare, but when they happen, they can be more detrimental than an accident by car. Having your child in a car seat also makes children feel secure, is more comfortable for both you and your child, will help your child sleep, and gives you both the opportunity to relax a bit as well.

A CRS is a hard-backed child or infant safety seat that is approved by the government for use in both motor vehicles and aircraft.

In order to be certified for use on an airplane, the car seat has to met the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Check the labels on the side of your car restraint for a sticker (words will be printed in red) for verification that your seat is safe for airplane use. Here is a picture of what the sticker would look like: http://jamiehassen79.angelfire.com/flying_children_pics/FMVSS.jpg


Now about the stroller, all airlines differ on what kind of stroller you are allowed to take, but all allow an umbrella stroller. Continental does not specify as to which type of stroller they allow, so if I were you, at the very least I would print out the page that talks about strollers being allowed. If an agent questions you on it, show them to prove to you where it says the type you have is not allowed.
http://www.continental.com/web/en-US/content/travel/baggage/infant.aspx

Gate checking means that you are allowed to use your stroller up until you board, and it will be waiting for you as soon as you deboard the plane. Here is how gate checking a stroller works:

When you first check-in, let the agent know you have a stroller. They will put a a luggage tag on your stroller just like they do the rest of your luggage, except you are able to use the stroller throughout the airport. They will also give you the claim ticket for your stroller like they do the rest of your luggage. If you plan on using a stroller bag, le them know and they will give you the tag to put on the bag later once you have your stroller securely inside it, but before boarding.

When you go through security, you will be asked to fold your stroller and place it on the conveyor belt to be X-rayed. Because of this, it is always best to make sure that any "extras" you have on your stroller are taken off so that they are not damaged and so that the stroller can pass easily through the X-ray machine.

When you are boarding, whether you board first, in the middle, or last, there will be an agent that will take your stroller from you. Again, make sure that any extras are taken off so they do not get damaged during the flight, and secure your stroller in the closed position. The agent will place the stroller in a special compartment under the plane for the duration of the flight.

When you exit your flight, the handlers will have your stroller waiting for you at the end of the jetway, near the gate. Should you have a bus arrival instead of a gate arrival, they will place the strollers on the ground near the buses for parents to collect.


I've been flying internationally & domestically with my children since they were each 2 months (now 9&6, 10 months and currently pregnant with #4). At least three trips a year are the children & I traveling internationally (14+ hours each way) alone. We do another 8-10 international & domestic flights a year as a family. Due to this, I have written a small article about flying with children that goes more in-depth, gives up to date security rules & regulations for the US, EU, UK, & Australia, offers tips & tricks for the travel, etc.
http://www.angelfire.com/jamiehassen79/flying_children.html


Good luck, and if I can be of any more help or assistance, please feel free to contact me.

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Twins......stroller help?

Q. I am looking for a double stroller travel system for twins. Do they make the double stroller that fits both car seat carriers at the same time? I have been looking every where for one that does that and all I can find is the kind the only fits in front not back.

Does anyone know if the car seat on a double stroller fits in the front and back?

I hope I explained correctly.

Answer
Hi I'm a mim if twin girls 6mos old and I have the baby trend snap and go and it adjust to almost any car seat and two car seats fit at one time it is so light weight and durable i call it the cadillac of strollers and I would be lost without it steers really good cause i'm a pretty bad driver but this does it with ease and it fold up easily to.I love like i said I'd be lost w/out it. I bought it online at target you most likely will have to by online cause most stores only carry the one for one car seat. but i paid $100 and got free shipping. so happy hunting hope i helped.its not side x side if thats what u wanted.

Best Carseat/Stroller travel system?

BlueBlue

When my baby is old enough, I will take him to my MIL's country to visit my husbands family. I will want a carseat that I can use on the plane and in the cars over there.

Does anyone have any experience with this?

What are the best for this type of situation?

Also, are there any that are good for travel that grow with the child?

Thank you so much. I am a first time mom and just trying to get educated as much as possible before my bebe arrives.

Answer
http://www.skymall.com/shopping/detail.htm?pid=101887706&c=

This is the baby travel seat that is sold through the skymall.com site, we bought two for our twins and it is the cat's behind! Snap, the handle comes up, Snap, the wheels go down, and it's a stroller. You just pop them back up, into the rental car it goes and you're on the way. We didn't even take the kids out to convert it until they weighed around 25 lbs. VERY comfortable for the little guys, too, and it comes with a bag and sling so you can carry it over your shoulder if you need to, but we went from our car as a seat, pop the wheels, right to the gate, folded it up, took it on the plane, back on the ramp and wheels down and on our way in about a minute. (With two babies, not just one.. )

A little expensive but worth EVERY PENNY. They still fit the twins and they're 4 now! We've about worn them out.. :)

My only comment would be the wheels are small so they can fold, and you can't push these in gravel or cobblestones really well, but concrete or carpet they're fine.

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Baby show London and Britax Vigour?

Geo & baby

Hello ladies,
hope you are all well..
we have finally bought the travel system at the baby show in London.
After shopping around for 6h on prams we have finally made up our mind..we were left with Bugaboo cameleon or Britax.. in the end my husband and I we could not justify pay £400 more for the bugaboo so we went for the britax, we have not used it as the baby is only due the 15 dec but we are very happy with our choice...anyoneelse has bought the same pram/travel system recently? any feedback? we have got for
Britax Vigour 4+ with isofix.

Answer
the company i work for make britax parts. very well made, extremely safe so you've got a good pram there! x

where are the anchor points for installing a baby seat in a mitsubishi expressL300 campervan?

sapphire66

Lovely old campervan rear passenger seats collapse to make bed. Have newborn and wish to travel but can't put a large bar across back. Any other suggestions please.

Answer
I'm not familiar with your van specifically but I know a lot of vehicles don't have anchor points, especially if you mean the LATCH/ISOFIX system (called various other things in other countries) which only was required in all vehicles manufactured after 2002.

I don't know about the collapsing seats but check the owner's manual for your vehicle - if you don't have it, I'd go online & search or to your local Mitsubishi dealer & see if you can get a copy. Since you have a newborn, you should be using a rear-facing carseat & everything I've read indicates they work great with just the seatbelt if installed properly. Definitely worth a visit to your local police, fire department or any the other places that do free carseat safety checks.

Good luck!

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Choosing a pram/ travel system is driving me crazy! There are so many!?

GemTTC #2

I am getting so confused as to which is the best. Plus I live in Spain where they are so expensive for a cheap plastic looking one so I will order it over the internet from an English site.

So, what buggy/pram/travel system did you buy? What you recommend? I am planning on buying a decent enough one because its my first baby but don't want to spend more than 300pounds.

Thank you! Your advise is really appreciated!

Answer
Hello hun, I have to disagree with your 3 answers both Graco and Chicco are TERRIBLE brands.
The 3 worth buying are the Quinny Buzz 3 or 4 depending on whether you favour 3 wheelers or 4, The Bugaboo Bee which is the lightest smallest travel system on the market, not to mention the most popular, and last and my personally least favourite is the MacLaren XT.
I personally shopped around and got an amazing deal on the Bugaboo Bee.. it included the Maxi Cosi Cabriofix car seat, the cocoon, the footmuff, rain cover and adapters all for under £500 ... there are various places on line doing deals on the Bee so dont let the advertised prices put you off... Try this site http://ladybugsbaby.easywebstore.co.uk/Bugaboo-Bee-Newborn-Package_AICQZ.aspx or elsewhere.
Graco are cheap and badly made, you are also unable to use good quality carseats with them, and you will most likely regret buying one so much that you will end up buying something to replace it.
Maclaren, i personally dont like, but many people find after 6 months to a year they are buying a lightweight stroller in addition to their travel system. That is why the MacLaren XT or XSI are good options as you can use them for your baby and then later as a lightweight stroller. The Bee does this too and i prefer it by far.
We also looked on Kiddicare and loved the MaxiCosi Loola (NOT the loola up) but thought it might be too heavy, and big. but it is fab!

Hope that helps... xx

About to become a single mom as husband left me, how can I do this financially? Scared to death!?

AJ

I am 6 months preggers and husband left me 1-1/2 months ago. He went back to the UK where he is from. He is signing off all parental rights and I am getting no child support (he doesn't want the baby so I am not giving him any custody therefore no child support). The only debt I have is my mortgage, which is 850 a month. I make about 28k to 30k a year. No car payment, no credit cards. But I am freaking out how I am going to financially support myself and my child. Fortunately I live in a cheap part of the country and have a good support system. Any help/tips/advice from single moms would be appreciated.

Answer
Whew - actually you are super lucky. You will avoid HUGE amounts of drama without him around - no child support is WORTH it to avoid the drama of his future girlfriends, wives, travel, family holiday split ups, etc etc. So you lucked out there.

$850 is nothing especially if you have support - & honestly the first year all you need to be able to afford is diapers. Babies don't NEED all the stuff they get at baby showers, it's just cutesy stuff mostly.

Sounds like you have things pretty much together, although I know it FEELS scary (I've been there), you will be 100% fine & so will your kid. Relax & take comfort that many have done a wonderful job & had a great life with worse circumstances than yours! :)

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I want a travel system for a baby girl under $250?

KayceeL

I want it very bright or busy, it needs to go BAM! I can't find anything I like. I'd prefer a pink or turquiose. Car seat and Stroller! I'm due in April and I can't find anything I like! Help

Answer
Have you actually gone to Babies R Us to "test drive" a travel system? You really should. You might get the color you love and then hate the stroller part.... I suggest you start with a travel system you've "test driven" then find the color you like.

Good luck.

Which Travel System do you prefer for a baby girl?

Sue

Evenflo - Journey 300 Travel System, Marianna-

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Evenflo-Journey-300-Travel-System-Marianna/19414753

or

Evenflo Journey Travel System, Koi Party Pink-

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Evenflo-Journey-Travel-System-Koi-Party-Pink/22236449

Answer
The first one is cuter.

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Anyone taken their kids travelling in India/Africa?Would like some advise please?

DONNA P

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I have personally seen many Europeans traveling in India with children, some as young as new born, A lady I met actually went to India to have her child born there.
I personally wouldn't advocate traveling around with new born babies, however Children will find a thousands of ways to entertain themselves in India, where people are usually warm and accommodating towards parents traveling with children.
However a word of caution, do ensure they have had their shots, avoid drinking unboiled water. Though many Indians would drink directly off a tap, its not recommended, their immune system is used to it.
The heat could be a bother if you come from a cold climate.
I would recommend you to get a copy of the Lonely Planet Guide to India as well as the guide to the places you intend to visit. You would find a lot of helpful tips on traveling with kids to India.
Again wish you a most pleasant, enjoyable, and memorable trip.
When your kids grow up the India they will witness then will definitely not be the India it is now, and they can remember the good old days when they saw elephants and bullock carts fighting for space with modern cars and buses.
Bon Voyage and Welcome to India!

infant travel on flight?

haritha

Hi there,

I am planning a travel with my 10 months kid to USA. It is about 24 hrs journey and I am afraid, i may run into troubles during travel. Also my child have often complaints of cold & fever. Also she has indigestion problem. Now I have some questions for you for help.
1. What all precautions should I take for a safe travel?
2. What is the checklist to consider mandatorily while travelling with infant?
3. Can I carry medicines during my flight?
4. Which airways would be a good choice to travel from India to US?

Please help me. Thanks for your help in advance.

Answer
First and foremost try to fly when your child is not sick with a fever. Even coughs from an infant spread germs that will be circulated throughout the cabin. No matter what advice you get, it's going to be an extremely long journey for the little one because they are not going to be able to stay awake the whole time and you will be calming a screaming baby down at some point. But here are some tips that I frequently give mothers when they are flying with their infants.

1.) Keep the baby awake at all times in the terminal so that you it can sleep for most if not all of the flight.

2.) If you have a stroller that has a car seat attachment, ask the counter agents if you can have a row with an empty seat next to it. If so, bring the car seat on the plane so you can put the baby in his own seat strapped in. This helps out a lot because the baby won't be in your lap for the entire flight! It's best if you book a flight on a Wednesday during a non-peak travel season because the chances of the flight being relatively empty are better! Also try to book yourself on an aisle seat so if you can't get that spare seat next to you empty, at least you'll have an easy way to get to the LAV to change the baby when needed.

3.) You can bring formulas, and other medications on the flight if it's for an infant. Be sure to pack a separate carry on bag with just diapers, food, spare outfits, and some toys.

4.) Unless you're flying first or business class, it doesn't matter which airline you fly. If you're in coach, they all cram as many people as they can in the back of the plane. I would stay away from US Air, Delta, or American. Most of their fleet doesn't have any sort of inflight entertainment systems for you to use while you're not taking care of the baby.

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cheap baby travel system?

laura robs

im having my second baby after being made redundant i am struggling to find a travel system thats cheap (well affordable) im in the uk
any help would be grate

Answer
Don't get one. Just get a car seat for now, you don't need a stroller in the first few months they're so light and easy to carry. If you do want a stroller you can find one that's used that will be cheaper than any in the store, they're rarely recalled, and just look for one that lays flat and it's fine for a newborn without the car seat in it.

Having a baby ride at an incline instead of laying flat can affect oxygen levels and some believe the curve of the seat can affect back health, it's just all around better to have them laying flat and not in a car seat unless riding in a car.

Does anyone know of a good light weight baby travel system i can buy?

ffgurl75

that is a stroller and carseat...thank you

Answer
My husband and I bought the Chicco system and love it. It is light weight and easy to use. I don't have much arm strength, so I had to get one where I could lift the baby at 20 lbs. plus the car seat. They can be found at Target and babies r us.

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What do you think of the Baby Trend brand stroller/car seat travel system?

wonderingi

Particularly the "Venture" style. And, did anyone order it direct from the website? If so, where can you take it if there is a problem?

Answer
Love the stroller, hate the car seat, would never buy the travel system.

You can try out the strollers or at least some of the models at Target and Toys R Us/Babies R Us. I love them, they're comfortable for my kids, easy to maneuver, easy to go through sand, dirt, grass, whatever, and I haven't tried out a nicer stroller. I love the large wheels that are bicycle wheels so that it's easy to fix them and for them to go over obstacles. :)

However, I don't like the car seat because you can try them at Target as well, and you have to put the two hooks together then push them into the seat-belt latch, and when working with a restless baby that would be a nightmare. Graco and other infant seats let you push in one side then the other, which makes it a lot easier when you're working with a restless baby.

I also don't like people putting the baby in a car seat outside of the car. It makes the car seat at risk for knocking against things and becoming damaged, as well as it curves the baby. SIDS research says over and over that we need to lay the baby flat or be carrying the baby, and research has proven that while car seats save their lives in an accident you should limit their time in a car seat (or anything that tilts them) to less than 3 hours in a day and no more than 1 hour at a time, and basically not use it in anything but the car.

So the stroller is nice, get the stroller, but order it through something like Target or Walmart's or babies r us so that you can take it there if there's a problem. Skip the car seat, get one that is better and will work better. Carry the baby for the first 4 months, either your arms or a Moby Wrap for a cheaper alternative to something like an Ergo, it's really not hard. Do a search on car-seat breathing and you'll find the studies done about the dangers.

Add: Looked at the stroller. It's not the jogger that I prefer. If you're going to go with that style of stroller, look at the Chicco strollers. They lay completely flat, so it's better for the SIDS aspect, and have better reviews. I honestly wouldn't get a Baby Trend stroller that's not the jogger because they don't push well, don't maneuver, don't move well. It's all about the wheels and those little wheels always are a pain in the neck on strollers.

This is one similar to what I thought you were talking about. They're approved for babies about 2 months up.

what is the best stroller or travel system?

Q. new baby on the way and i am researching strollers, car seats, and pack n plays. what are the best out there?

Answer
Travel systems are bulky and unnecessary. When kept in a car seat a baby can have trouble breathing, and sleeping in the car seat is even worse. So I'm going to talk 'types' rather than brands.

CARSEAT: the current recommendation is to keep your baby rear-facing as long as possible, at least to 2 years old. Look at the first link for information about why rear-facing is so important. There are infant seats that rear-face to 20lbs, and some that rear-face to 30-35lbs. There are also the option of convertible car seats which can go from 5lbs-45lbs (depending on the brand) rear-facing and then forward to as high as 85lbs. The cheapest convertible that goes to 40lbs rear-facing but then is quickly outgrown is the Cosco Scenara available at Wal-mart for $40 (including shipping.) The point being that you want a seat that will rear-face a long time, or if you want to use an infant seat to plan on a rear-facing seat when the baby outgrows the baby seat. I do like the Graco-Snugride 35, which rear-faces to 35lbs, but I've found most babies want to sit up more by 10-12 months and it might be wiser to either get a convertible or get a cheap infant seat and replace it once they're large enough to want a new one.

STROLLERS:
First, for a newborn you want the baby to be able to lay flat (sitting up can decrease oxygen levels.) Also, there is research about babies who face their parents developing better than babies who are faced out towards the public. So, if you can find a stroller that lays flat and faces you then that's what you want. However, it's rather hard to find that, and I personally find that it's easier to get a baby wearing sling (like the Ergo or Moby Wrap) and wear the baby the first 6 months. After that they typically can sit up and it's easier to find a stroller that works for them. Strollers are rarely recalled so you can try them out in the store and then watch to see if someone sells it on craigslist or something. When you try them out try going over different obstacles, larger wheels tend to handle things like sand and obstacles better, but if you're using it for shopping then you want to try weaving in and out of tight corners. If you're using it on parks and trails then you want a different stroller than if you're riding the bus with your baby every day. It's all about where you live and what you're using it for.

Pack n Plays:
Wait on this one. See the second link. As of this year, pack-n-plays FINALLY have a safety standard, and as of last month they have adopted a safety standard for the bassinet attachment (before then they didn't.) There are a lot of deaths from pack-n-plays not working right, and they are not a good place to leave your baby to sleep. With these standards there are exciting changes that probably will happen in just the next year... but it also means there may be a lot of recalls and discontinuing of unsafe pack-n-plays. Also, Disney has just released the first ever machine washable pack-n-play (that's right... before this they were not washable. We can all gross out now.) See third link. To me, that means that the play-yards in the next year or two not only are going to be safer, but they're going to start to be washable! It is NOT worth it to buy a play-yard right now, you'll only regret it in a couple of years when they're better.

BABY CARRIERS:
When I say this I am talking about a chest-carrier, like the Moby Wrap or the Ergo. However there are some like the Baby Bjorn where the baby is dangling from their crotch, and this can contribute to hip dysplasia. The fourth link explains what you want to look for in a wrap, carrier, or sling (or even how to make sure they sit in a car seat.) There are several carriers on the market that hold the baby right, I do personally like the Ergo because it goes from newborn to 40lbs and allows a chest, hip, or back position, the versatility has been something that keeps us using it year after year.

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How can I find a job in another country?

Chris

I'm currently an OSU student pursuing an undergraduate degree in Marketing and International Business but I may change to International Business and Finance. I am currently looking at leaving the states to find a job because the idea of foreign travel has always excited me and being someone who appreciates a good challenge I would like to work hard. I am looking for a business carrier in some country other than the United States, preferably a country with a larger manufacturing base than the States because the level of consumption here is simply unsustainable and I for-see the population aging and there being a large demand for jobs but the US entering a catastrophic depression because of the lack of consumer spending in the market. After the baby boomers finish retiring their peak spending years will be over and i'm for-seeing a massive withdrawal of business in the US.

This long confusing reason is really the main reason I would like to find a job in another country that is more economically sustainable and not basing their economy on the US dollar. Countries that fit this criteria that I have looked at are primarily non EU countries and not China. Australia, Turkey, and perhaps someplace like Johannesburg are like this so could someone please tell me if my ideas make sense and how I could find a job in another country if I don't have ties with anywhere but the US or Turkey?

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I see.....I have been contemplating the same thing for many reasons for ~ 2 years now and I have come across many college students who have the same concerns but do NOT under any circumstance want to talk about it in detail.What you have laid out is also the main reason why Medical jobs are currently on the rise Nursing and Doctors are going to be in demand over the next ~20 years.........but what about beyond that ?

I have come to the conclusion that perhaps it is best to immigrate to a country that has the following:

1.Responsibility to its citizens

2.Has political and financial freedom

3.Speaks English

4.Has a system somewhat close to that of the US.

5.Responsible Universal health-care

6.Will be around strategically close to the BRIC countries but not influenced by them.


Australia or New Zealand fits this criteria.Your South Africa idea is NOT a good idea and you should check out the Britishexpat.com forums to see why.Your degree in International Business and Finance can also open a lot of doors around the world but mainly in developing countries.

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Questions for parents/pregnants?

Joey

So, getting very few responses in the actual baby section, but I know this section is full of parents, pregnants and TTCs, who actually respond. We're TTC and looking at travel systems.

1) do you use a travel system or do you have a separate car seat?
2) how often do you use the carseat on the pushchair?
3) do you use isofix or not?
4) do you use a carrycot or just the "lie-flat" baby position?
5) opinions/personal experience on this travel system? http://www.kiddicare.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10001&catalogId=10751&langId=-1&productId=215516&source=froogle&cm_mmc=Froogle-_-Shopping%20Sites-_-CPC-_-Froogle&rw.cm=Google+PLA,ppc,&cm_mmc=icrossing-_-Google+PLA-_-Product+Feed-_-null
6) would you consider the above pushchair to have a unisex colour?

for twins/two young children
7) side-by-side or tandem? why?

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1 - We used a travel system when our son was small...and we LOVED it

2 - I used it every single time I was out alone with the baby. I'm small and found the carrier too heavy, so I'd just click it into the stroller. When my fiancé was with me, we used it in the stroller for longer trips, but if we were only going to be thirty minutes or so, my fiancé held the carrier.

3 - We did and still do. We're all about getting whatever we can to enhance safety.

4 - We were given a carrycot as a gift and we thought it would be awesome to keep him warm because he was born in the middle of Canadian winter. However, we only ended up using it once or twice. We opted for one of the car seat covers with the warm lining instead. We had one like this: http://best-car-seats-reviews.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/41uBjeBOIiL.jpg He slept in it no problem, and it was nice because if he fell asleep in it we could just attach it to the base in the car instead of having to take him out and wake him.

5 - It's cute! I have no personal experience with that brand, but it looks very versatile and I like the wind breaker attachment. We had a similar travel system where the seat converted into a flat surface, which was really nice when he outgrew the carseat but was still using the stroller. I don't know how important this is to you, but I couldn't have a travel system that didn't have cup holders or storage on the handle. I always kept a drink for myself in the upholder and a teether or something in the storage compartment. But that's all about the individual preference.

6 - Ehhhh I guess so. My automatic assumption was boy, but I guess it's kind of unisex. I think this one is more unisex, granted it isn't as cute
http://www.kiddicare.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10001&catalogId=10751&langId=-1&productId=206340&source=monetate&cm_mmc=Kiddicare-_-Shopping%20Sites-_-CPC-_-Monetate.

7 - I don't have twins, but I used to babysit twins who had both. I MUCH preferred the tandem. The side-by-side was sooo awkward. It's absolutely massive, almost impossible to navigate through stores, difficult to get through doorways, and you take up the entire sidewalk. The tandem was so much easier since it's the same width as a single stroller. They had one a lot like this:
http://www.online4baby.com/baby-jogger-city-select-tandem-travel-system-ruby

How do u fly with an infant?

B S

When traveling by plane how do u travel with an infant. I mean do u have to have a carseat?
isnt it unsafe if they arnt strapped in?

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Yes, it is unsafe when they're not strapped in. Never strap them in with you and never use any sort of devise to attach the baby to your seatbelt. That's dangerous too.

I'm a former Flight Attendant and I spent hours and hours doing emergency training and the ONLY way to fly safely with a baby is to bring a car seat on board and use it. There is no alternative.

The chances of anything going wrong on a commercial airline are extremely unlikely so babies up to age 2 are allowed on laps for commercial reasons.

Make sure your car seat is approved for use on aircraft. If you're flying on a U.S. company, see the below link for information on if it's approved. Most car seats, including infant buckets, sold in the U.S. are.

http://www.faa.gov/passengers/fly_children/crs/

If you are flying a non-U.S. company, see the information for your airline. If you search with the name of the airline, followed by "children", that will usually give you the right page.

This way, the seat will get to your destination without risking it being damaged or lost in luggage. On my last transatlantic with my kids, three of our four bags didn't make it. While looking for them, I saw at least two car seats. We had the car seat with us and had used it onboard so my daughter was safe for the 2 hour drive home (the bags arrived 2 days later).

If you don't have a seat for him, request it at check-in. Ask if the flight is full, and if not, they can "block" the seat next to you, only using it if they really need it. They often do this for families.

Bring the seat to the gate, even if they are unsure that you'll get a seat. This way, if you don't manage it, they will "gate check" your seat, sending it down with the strollers and wheelchairs. This is gentlier than checking it in at the desk. It also gives you to last minute to try to get that extra seat.

If it's an infant bucket-style seat, make sure you're comfortable with the seatbelt installation, especially if you use LATCH (or Isofix in Europe) to install it in the car. Most of them do not need the base for air travel. Check your manual.

I also recommend trying to sit at the bulkhead. These are the seats with the wall in front, located in different places depending on the aircraft. Some airlines provide mounted bassinets. Nice when you can get one but even if not, bulkheads are easier with children since no one is leaning in front of you. Safety-wise, bassinets are no replacements for car seats.

If you have a travel system, you can use the stroller until you get to the door of the aircraft and then it'll be "gate checked". If not, use a stroller frame for a infant seat. You'll have it again, by the door of the aircraft when you arrive. If you have a convertible car seat (going to 40lbs), there are a number of contraptions you can use to wheel it around.

http://www.gogobabyz.com/products/gogo_kids.html
http://www.amazon.com/Traveling-Toddler-Attach-Rolling-Carry/dp/B000JHN3AS
http://www.onestepahead.com/product/osa/363756.html


I simply strap mine to a small metal luggage cart and that works great. I also fly 11 1/2 hour flights alone with three children and I manage quite fine. I always bring a car seat.

If you do have a stroller, bring a bungee cord and double secure it before leaving it at the door of the plane. They can get damaged if they pop open en route. Make sure the claim ticket can be seen and isn't squished or hidden.

Bring at least 1/3 more diapers than you think you'll need. I saw so many parents run out on flights when I was working! Wrap them in plastic bags and throw a bunch of rubber bands around them to save room in your carry-on.

For a formula fed baby, I really recommend using the bottles with plastic liners. Traditional bottles are too difficult to wash onboard because of the kind of sinks on airplanes. I premeasured the powder and rolled them up, placing the rolls in a ziplock bag. Then you throw the liners away as you use them and only have the ring and nipple to clean.

If you use bottled water, be sure to give yourself enough time to buy some once you're past security. Make sure you have enough! Do not expect the crew to supply you with bottled water for your baby. The water on the aircraft is filtered tap so decide if you're comfortable using that for him. Bottled water runs out fast on flights and we never had any extra for baby bottles.

Be sure you baby does not need the bottle warmed. Get him used to a room-temperature bottle before leaving. This is unnecessary health-wise and a real pain to do while travelling. I warmed many bottles on my flights but I wasn't there in the check-in line, the security line or the waiting area! Babies do great with room-temperature bottles.

Make sure you have at least one change of clothes. I would bring two. At that age, I simply dressed mine in sleep suits for flying. No one will care so keep him comfortable. Bring extra socks if he crawls so that he doesn't pick up anything nasty on the floor and to keep his hands clean.

Hopefully you have a good baby carrier. They're so useful for flying, especially at this age. I had a sling but other parents swear by their wraps and pouches. The Ergo and Becco are two other popular carriers for travel. I liked the sling because I could slide my babies from into and out of a stroller or car seat without waking them. It also doubled as a blanket, baby changer and sunshade! My sling was magic for calming my babies during the flight. Other parents wanted one when they saw how easy it made my travels. Avoid front packs like the Bjorn since they're so bad for both the parents' and child's back. A good carrier should go to at least age 2.

Many flying tips say to make the child suck on something or drink during take-off and landing. This isn't accurate. ENT specialists say to have the child awake about an hour before landing (top of descent, landing or touch-down is too late).

http://www.entcda.com/AAOHNSF/earsandaltitude.htm

I can confirm that is when I saw problems at work. By contrast, if your child does have an ear infection, no amount of sucking will relieve the pain. Take your child to the doctor in the last few days before you fly to make sure his ears are clear and infection-free. Heathy ears can handle pressurization changes.

For more information, about 8 years ago I wrote an article on this subject for a local expat newsletter. I later put it on a blog to share with other parents, who have in turn contributed. I'm in the middle of re-editing it so check back if you're not flying soon.

http://flyingwithchildren.blogspot.com

Decide what you're comfortable doing but make sure it's an informed decision.

Good luck!

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