(NAPSA)}—In 2002, more than one billion Americans will hit the road, according to the American Automobile Association, and many of them will travel with imfants. in fact, this past summer nearly three out of four families with infants planned to take a trip with a baby, according to a survey conducted by the makers of Enfarnil infant formula. Marybeth Bond, author of “Guisy Mamas: Travel Tips and Wisdomfor Mothers on the Road,” andthe experts at Enfamil have some advice to help make anytrip witb your infant go smootiky. “Tt’s best to keep babies on a regular schedule, so as much as possible, try to maintain the baby’s routine when it comes to naptirne and feeding,” says Bond. “There are a host of products that will help make yourtrip easier, so take advantage of them. A little preparation can prevent a lot of anxiety down the road.” Bond aiso recommends that you consider the environment to which you are traveling before packing larger equipment. For instance, strollers are great for cities while child carriers work better on beaches, arnusement parks and rural areas with uneven pavement. The ABCs to Getting Your Baby's 222s Babies are adaptable travel companions and are mostly content wherever you go. Sticking to a regular sleeping schedule will increase your chances of keeping your baby happy and relaxed when on the read. Babies can fall your child is under 12 months and asleep just about anywhere and most sleep well in cars, so when you schedule your daily driving time take your baby’s patterns inte account. Try to raake car time and naptime coincide so you and your baby will be in a good mood after the trip-—just in time for sightseeing. Feeding as Simple as 1-2-3 Don’t shortchange nutrition while on the road—-make stops for your baby’s regular feedings and, if you are bottle-feeding, take advantage of products that can help simplify your travel life. For exaxpple, instead of lugging along full-size canisters of infant formula and fambling in the car with a measuring scoop, try Enfamil Kasy Ones™ pre-measured singleserve packets of formula powder. Jars of unopened baby food are easy to stow in your diaper bag and great insurance for those long airplane trips. Safety First Babies can accompany you on almost any adventure as long as you plan ahead and keep safety top of mind. Keep your baby in a car seat appropriate for his or her age and weight and always seat him or her in the back seat. If under 20 pounds, the seat should face the rear of the vehicle. Remember to dress your baby in clothes that keep legs free and comfortable onlong drives. When visiting the homes of family and friends, always make sure harmful objects are out of your baby’s reach. Don’t assume every house is “baby-proof,” and be on the lookout for sharp objects and anything that can be swallowed, including buttons, balloons and toys. If your baby has already started crawling and moving around, make sure all stairway doors are closed and find out if safety gates can be placed at the tops and bottoms ofstairs. Bond advises that planning your vacation in order to keep your family safe and happy will enable you to make the most of any family trip, whether it means driving 200 miles or flying 2,000 miles. “Taking a few easy steps toward a suceessful trip can make all the difference,” says Bond. “Most importantly, remember that family trips often make great family memories---so be sure to relax andenjoy.” Hnfamil infant formula is manufactured by Mead Johnson Nutritionals, a world leader in nutrition, recognized for developing and marketing high quality products that meet the nutritional and lifestyle needs of children and adults of all ages. Mead Johnson Nutritionals is a Bristol-Meyers Squibb Company. For more information about Enfamil and traveling with infants, call 1-800-BABY128 or visit www.enfamil.com.
