Mandi
I am going on a winter vacation around Europe for a couple weeks with a baby who will be almost two. I am looking for a stroller that works well on cobblestone, reclines, and is light. My son was born with a brain condition called Hydrocephalus and because of that his head is large and he is behind with his gross motor skills. He probably will still not be walking by this time. I am thinking about bringing a baby hiking backpack for times when we cannot use the stroller.
I would really appreciate advice on this from anyone who has ever travelled in Europe with a baby before! We will be going to about 5 different countries and travelling by metro and plane.
Answer
I think a light stroller is a good idea as it will be easy to fold up if you're in a restaurant or on public transport. If you're flying between countries consider a buggy bag to put it in before the flight.
Not all of Europe is covered in cobblestones(!) and most cities are fairly buggy friendly. If you're coming in winter then have a buggy with a foot muff to keep him warm. A back carrier is also a good idea for busier places or say certain sights like the coliseum where there are steps.
You can buy the other things you need here, nappies etc. Pampers and Huggies are both available across Europe (Pampers are called Dodots in Spain). There are a mix of facilities in terms of baby changing. In the UK and northern Europe, most places have change tables. In some mediteranean countries there can be less facilites in places like restaurants but if you head to big department stores or shopping centres most are well equipped.
If you plan to eat in restaurants, a fabric type fold away change seat is a good idea as some smaller may not have high chairs (most UK places will have high chairs).
good luck and have a great time here.
I think a light stroller is a good idea as it will be easy to fold up if you're in a restaurant or on public transport. If you're flying between countries consider a buggy bag to put it in before the flight.
Not all of Europe is covered in cobblestones(!) and most cities are fairly buggy friendly. If you're coming in winter then have a buggy with a foot muff to keep him warm. A back carrier is also a good idea for busier places or say certain sights like the coliseum where there are steps.
You can buy the other things you need here, nappies etc. Pampers and Huggies are both available across Europe (Pampers are called Dodots in Spain). There are a mix of facilities in terms of baby changing. In the UK and northern Europe, most places have change tables. In some mediteranean countries there can be less facilites in places like restaurants but if you head to big department stores or shopping centres most are well equipped.
If you plan to eat in restaurants, a fabric type fold away change seat is a good idea as some smaller may not have high chairs (most UK places will have high chairs).
good luck and have a great time here.
Why are my baby's cheeks bright red?
Brielle
Sometimes it is only one cheek and it flares up bright red. It is kind o splotchy but no roughness to it...It sometimes occurs when I carry him in the backpack.
Answer
There a lot of factors and more details could help but here's some reasons.
1. excess heat. If he falls asleep with his face against you then he'll get hot. One cheek red. This happens to my daughter when she's in her sling and sleeping.
2. teething. teeth coming in on one side tend to make screaming red, splotchy cheeks that aren't always even.
3. slapped-cheek (fifth diease). very common viral illness in children. It's usually mild. http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Slapped-cheek-syndrome/Pages/Introduction.aspx
There a lot of factors and more details could help but here's some reasons.
1. excess heat. If he falls asleep with his face against you then he'll get hot. One cheek red. This happens to my daughter when she's in her sling and sleeping.
2. teething. teeth coming in on one side tend to make screaming red, splotchy cheeks that aren't always even.
3. slapped-cheek (fifth diease). very common viral illness in children. It's usually mild. http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Slapped-cheek-syndrome/Pages/Introduction.aspx
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