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Question #1:
What medicine/first aid should you bring
when you travel with your diaper-aged child?

Winner: Aileen C.
Alcohol wipe squares, tweezers, band-aid, ointment, toenail clippers. These all fit nicely in a round (small) container that will even fit in a purse.

Winner: Lorrain F.
Often the pediatricians office will provide samples of over the counter products such as Advil or Tylenol. Instead of using these, I save them for travel times (watch expiration dates). And have a dispensing device with appropriate measurements. Always pack more bottles/formula than you think you will need and if possible buy the small single serve for easier and quicker serving, they cost more but in a pinch the cost is worth it (or save those given at the hospital). For first aid the best is to have the number of a local pediatrician, hospital or clinic.

Winner: Gayle F.
Tylenol, ipecac (its over the counter liquid to induce vomiting if the child comes in contact with poisons, cough medicine, nasal decongestant, pedialite (for diarrhea) bottled water and jarred food if you are traveling out of the country, band-aids, neosporin (for cuts, bruises and infection), ice packs (to freeze and use in case of a fall or bump).

Winner: Karina P.
With 2 sons and another on the way, we have perfected the travel pack! Don't laugh -- we really bring all of this...Tylenol/advil, Benadryl, medicine dropper, 3 sizes of bandages, antibiotic ointment, tweezers, nail scissors, small scissors, diaper rash ointment, cotton swabs, hydrogen peroxide, butterfly wand closures, small portable splint, gauze bandages, poison control hotline #, sunscreen, extra prescriptions for medication, phone number of the nearest hospital, syrup of ipecac, and a small bottle of spring water!

Question #2:
What do you bring to a friend's house that does not have children?

Winner: Dawn G.
I always make sure I have someended, creative toy...this usually means blocks, stacking cups or a pegboard. What's great about these traditional stand-bys is that there is more than one way to play with them so they sustain a child's interest. (For instance) stacking cups can be used for nesting, hiding objects and for making towers. If outside, they are wonderful for scooping water and sand. I also bring a small photo album of pictures including family, friends, pets, and of course, themselves. Children love looking at pictures of familiar faces, places, and babies! Turning the pages provides good clean, quiet fun while developing those fine motor skills.

Winner: Kathy D.
I always bring nighttime strength Orajel so I can "numb" boo-boos & remove splinters easily! I also bring band-aids, thermometer, Children's Tylenol, tweezers, Bactine, Children's Kaopectate.

Winner: Laura B.
BooBoo Cream (antibiotic ointment);Bactine; Instant Cold Pak; Choice of decorated Band-aids; small toy/figurines to keep baby busy; pointed tweezers, popsicle sticks, adhesive tape, small scissors, small scissors, small juice box/snack, baby wipes (travel size), liquid antihistamine, gauze pads, ipecac/measuring spoon, first aid manual, 2 spare diapers (to absorb heavy bleeding).

Question #3:
How do you plan a successful visit to the mall with your diaper-aged child?

Winner: Kristin H.
I start the visit by preparing myself mentally. I decide to have a positive attitude no matter what happens.

Winner: Bonnie G.
Change the child right before departure.

Winner: Sharon C.
We try to keep our trips relatively short, with treats for the kids like visits to the Warner Brothers store and pennies to throw into the fountain.

Winner: Kristine C.
Don't leave home without your !