Friday - July 22, 2011

Ella is officially 3 months!  She slept wonderfully last night (9:30pm to 5:45am).  I woke up to the sound of my dad talking and playing with Ella.  After we changed/fed her, she played and even slept on the car ride to the airport. Traveling with a baby is a whole new adventure and requires patience and going to the airport early.

First Moment:  Traveling on the plane.  If you haven't traveled with kids before, here are a few tips I learned today:

1. Children fly free until the age of 2.
2. Get to the airport at least two hours prior so that you have time to check in your baggage, security, bathroom break, and relax before the plane ride.
3. You cannot reserve her plane ticket when you purchase your ticket.  On the day of your travel, you have to check in and present her birth certificate (show proof that she is under 2) at the ticket counter.  They will then give you your child's plane ticket.
4. Remember to bring your child's car seat.
5. Check all luggage except your diaper bag and stroller (or car seat).
6. Prior to boarding, the attendant will tag your stroller and/or car seat for you.  You will leave it at the entrance of the door.  When you get off the plane, it will be at the entrance waiting for you.
7. If the plane is empty, your child can have a seat.  If its a full flight, the child must sit on your lap unless you paid for a seat.

Picture:  Ella waiting to board

Picture:  Ella on the plane

Video:  Ella on the plane

Ella's Adventure in Los Angeles - Day 1
Ella spent the morning playing with my mom and brothers.  By far, Ella enjoyed her Uncle Hieu the most - he made laugh, giggle and smile.  It was just too cute!

Video:  Ella + Uncle Hieu

Picture:  Ba Ngoai giving Ella a bath

Picture:  Ella with Ruby and Hieu

Picture:  Ella and Ba Ngoai

Video:  Ella's new toys