Baby Travel Tips

Author: Trevor Ginn

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/babies-articles/baby-travel-tips-1568804.html

About the Author

About the Author

Trevor Ginn is managing director at Hello Baby (www.hellobabydirect.co.uk) an online baby shop based in Bethnal Green, East London, UK.  They sell a wide range of Toys and other baby products such as prams, pushchairs, nursery furniture and car seats.  Trevor also writes a blog on eCommerce which can be found at www.trevorginn.com

Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   Putting him into a bed tonight for the 1st time?
   hey

   my son is 21 months and we got him a toddler bed, we are putting him in it for the 1st time tonight.

   what age did your wee one go into a toddle bed?
   what was the 1st week like?
   will i need to take the toys/books he has out of his room?

   i have a baby gate up in his room and his wardrobe and drawers have safety baby locks on them.

   • ANSWER:
     hey hun
     i dont remember exactly but summer was around 14 months and thomas went into his on his 1st birthday
     1st week was fine then the realised they could get up just keep putting them back 1st and 2nd time say its bedtime night night then after that dont say anything when you take him back they soon get the picture that its not a game
     leave the books and toys where they are
     im guessing you have stairs near the bedrooms if not loose the stair gates they can be dangerous in kids bedrooms if theres a fire its harder to get to them
     good luck he will be fine

2. QUESTION:
   putting him into a bed tonight for the 1st time?
   hey

   my son is 21 months and we got him a toddler bed, we are putting him in it for the 1st time tonight.

   what age did your wee one go into a toddle bed?
   what was the 1st week like?
   will i need to take the toys/books he has out of his room?

   i have a baby gate up in his room and his wardrobe and drawers have safety baby locks on them.

   • ANSWER:
     hey hun
     i dont remember exactly but summer was around 14 months and thomas went into his on his 1st birthday
     1st week was fine then the realised they could get up just keep putting them back 1st and 2nd time say its bedtime night night then after that dont say anything when you take him back they soon get the picture that its not a game
     leave the books and toys where they are
     im guessing you have stairs near the bedrooms if not loose the stair gates they can be dangerous in kids bedrooms if theres a fire its harder to get to them
     good luck he will be fine

3. QUESTION:
   Crawling baby…and 4 year old..any safety tips?
   Obviously I have all the gates and plug covers, drawer and cupboard locks…but baby is only just 6 months and just started crawling in the last 2 days..her 4 year old sister is constantly leaving teeny tiny toys around the floor and of course the baby is going straight for them…I pick up all the time but now and then I see something I missed…today it was beads and some kids jewelry…I have explained a million times to my 4 year old what could happen if baby gets any small toys… I have given her special boxes and banned her from beading in the living room but while I am doing something else she is leaving comics which the baby grabs and chews and worries me sick! What can I do short of banning all toys from the living room…I dont want my eldest to feel like I am pushing her out.

   • ANSWER:
     My opinion, with a baby life is going to change for everyone and I don’t think it’s bad (I don’t feel that you would be pushing her out) to set new boundaries. Your four year old needs to experience changes and she needs to learn how to deal with them and readjust. It’s just a life experience that we all need to learn, because it’s something we will all face. I think that you should talk to her and tell over and over again. Keep reminding her, even before she leaves the toys out. Tell her while she is playingthat when she is done she needs to put the toy/s away. Use positive reinforcement, when she does it, even if you have to tell her to put it away, make sure you let her know what a good girl she is and how much she helped mommy. Also if she does leave a toy out don’t pick it up yourself, bring her in the room to pick it up and put it away. And when you feel that this isn’t working then show her what happens to toys she doesn’t put away. Put something aside and tell her this is where toys go when she doesn’t put them away like mommy asks and tell her she won’t get them back until she proves that she can put her other toys away or she can get them back in a certain time frame. Good luck.

4. QUESTION:
   my baby list..did i miss anything?
   i have made a baby list of all the items that i need or just want for my baby and i was wondering if i missed anything. do you have any items that are “must haves” or “i cant live withouts” for you that are not on here? pls let me know so i can add to my list so that was i can be as prepared as possible! thanks!
   (no certain order)

   BABY GEAR:
   car seat
   stroller
   diaper bag
   moby wrap
   playard
   shopping cart covers
   bouncer
   playgym/mat
   jumper
   walker
   swing
   bath
   towels&washcloths
   potty training seat
   portable changing pad
   diaper disposal system (diaper genie)
   high chair
   ESSENTIALS:
   diapers
   wipes
   diaper dipose bags (for on the go)
   FEEDING:
   breast pump (medela pump in style)
   cleaning wipes for pump
   storage milk bags
   nursing cover (balboa baby)
   breast cream (lansinoh)
   boppy pillow
   bibs
   burp cloths
   bottles (one that prevents nipple confusion)
   bottle drying rack
   bottle& nipple cleaning brush

   SOLID FEEDING:
   utencils
   bowls
   food savers
   weaning cups/ sippee cups

   BEDDING&FURNITURE/NURSERY:
   bassinet/co-sleeper
   crib
   changer
   dresser
   storage center w/shelves
   side table (for on the side of the glider with a lamp)
   glider
   crib mattress
   bedding set
   a breathable bumper (to replace the dangerous pretty one lol)
   extra crib sheet
   waterproof crib pad
   lamp
   wall art/deco
   wall letters
   hampers
   light switch cover

   BLANKETS:
   baby blankets
   recieveing blankets
   swaddle blankets

   SAFETY&HEALTH:
   safety gates
   nail clippers
   care kit
   medicine kit
   baby monitor

   SKIN CARE&FIRST AID:
   shampoo&body wash
   diaper ointments
   first aid kit
   baby orajel
   thermometer
   teethers
   humidifiers
   nasal aspirator

   CHILD PROOFING:
   cabinet&drawer locks
   outlet plugs
   door locks
   sun bling for the car
   finger pinch protector for doors

   and of course BABY CLOTHES:
   tops
   bottoms
   sets
   onsies
   sleepers
   sock
   shoes
   ect.

   if there are any specific brands you have in mind or if you just want to comment about anything pls do so it is greatly appreciated!
   thanks!!!
   thanks you guys! & you sure can borrow my list. im greatful that i could help lol!
   just thought of something i forgot.. changing pad and changing pad covers for in the babys room!!

   • ANSWER:
     Wow! I don’t have many of those things and I have a 4 month old! Lol you did a good job Good luck, and may God bless you and help with your delivery!!!

     One suggestion though, as far as clothes go, bring with you a newborn outfit to the hospital just in case. I didn’t have one and had to ask my sister to get one! my baby was much smaller than I had expected and all the 0-3month clothing was huge on her! My favorite brand of clothes is carters and miniwear and koala baby (both from babies r us). Also best brand for breastmilk storage bags is lansinoh.

5. QUESTION:
   How to babyproof narrow kitchen drawers?
   They are about 3 inches in height, and I cannot possible screw in any latch. Besides emptying them out, I still wonder if there is any way to install some lock that will keep them closed and prevent pinching baby’s fingers. Are there any instruments for drilling in such narrow spaces?
   Also, do you think it will be safer to keep chemicals in top kitchen drawers locked with safety latch ( but the child still can climb on the counter to get there) or in the top closet shelf which is about 5 feet high from the floor and with no climbing place around?
   Thank you for sharing your ideas.

   • ANSWER:
     if the handles are wide enough for you to actually put your fingers behind to pull the drawer out you can stick a mixing spoon in the handle and “lock” several drawers at once. I ran out of cabinet locks and did this for my pots and pans cabinet for months. I ran a spoon through the handles and just left it there.

     put the chemicals in the top cabinet with a latch. My 2 year old would find a way to get in the closet and get them.

6. QUESTION:
   What do you do for a child who is just too smart?
   My son is 13 months, and his is an evil genius. We put up a baby gate. Within a week he could get down. We put those baby locks on cupboard and drawers that you have to push down to open. He figured that out by the end of the day. And the velcro straps we put on the fridge? He managed to slide a broomhandle underneath and open it anyway! He knows how to pull out the electrical outlet covers, too. He even climbed onto the table! First he got onto the chair, then the table, and he was just sitting there, laughing, deviently. When I went to go grab him, he climbed down like a monkey. He knows how to undo his highchair.

   I’m getting concerned. He has successfully defeated all safety measures I put up in my house. I mean, it’s great that he has such good motor skills, but what am i going to do? I’m getting very tired of picking up tupperware and towels, and finding those damn plug covers.

   I try to engage him. Paint, blocks, books, outside, toy cars, educational DVDs ( I know, bad mommy) but as soon as I start doing something, like cooking, or folding clothes, or just going into another room to grab something, there he is, acting three times his age. What to do?
   I’ve told him no.
   He says Why?
   I tell him why, he says no.
   At which point I take him to his room, and he uses his dresser as stairs. So I put him in his crib. ANd he climbs out of it. After that, he’s usually good as gold for a few hours. Its like he’s testing me to see if I will say the same thing every time.
   yes, he does smirk evilly.

   • ANSWER:
     My kids were the same way. The way I saw it was that the safety latches and covers were there as a reminder for them not to touch, not something that they couldn’t get through it they tried. You need to teach him that it is not okay to take the outlet covers off or climb on the table or take down the baby gate. Give him a stern, “no touch” command whenever he touches something that is off limits. Remove him from the area and give him something else to do/play with. Make sure you keep your eye on him so you catch him before he gets into stuff, and tell him no. Also, try not to leave him unattended until he knows not to touch those things. Have him sit in front of you when you are folding laundry and play with a few towels. Take him with you when you have to go to another room to get something. Put him in his high chair with a snack or a toy while you are cooking dinner. Talk to him and sing to him while you cook.

     My 2yo could take off every door knob cover in the house, unlock the door and and be off into the wild world if he wanted too, but when he reaches up and sees the doorknob cover, it reminds him, “oh yeah, I’m not supposed to open that.”

     ETA:
     @Charm…What about the cabinets with glass in them, or the drawers with knives, or the electrical sockets? You need to teach them that some things are off limits for their own safety. In my house we simply do not have enough high cabinets to put every single unsafe item out of reach. My kids know that even though they can get the latches open, they are not to do so.

     We do not have latches on the cabinets with the Tupperware of pots and pans, btw, only the unsafe items.

     ETA:
     It is simply not safe to have a child on the floor in the kitchen while you are cooking. What if you drop a knife, spill hot water, have a grease splatter? He needs to be in a high chair, for his safety, not as punishment.

Baby Care: Tips for Caring for a Newborn

Author: Stephanie Roberts

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/parenting-articles/baby-care-tips-for-caring-for-a-newborn-180314.html

About the Author

Baby Crowd provides pregnant women and new moms a venue in which to discuss all issues surrounding pregnancy and parenting. Whether you are a working mom or stay at home, these specialized forum topics will help you find the group who best understands your needs and concerns.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   I want to put my baby to sleep with a 100% cotton blanket for safety. Is chenille 100% cotton?
   I have wrapped my baby’s mattress in a babesafe cover and want to follow the instructions correctly for safe sleeping. It calls for a 100% cotton blanket. His “night night” is polyester but feels similar to chenille so I may be able to make the switch easily if chenille is okay. Is anyone familiar with Dr. Sprott’s guidelines and does anyone know if the chenille blanket is okay?

   • ANSWER:
     I use the Babesafe cover too!!

     Chenille is not 100% cotton.

     Use a super-sized 100% cotton bath towel. It took me a while to figure that one out!

     I just wanted to make sure you understand that the cotton blanket goes between the mattress cover and the mattress sheet. Babies shouldn’t sleep with blankets in their cribs.

2. QUESTION:
   Newborn: Where does baby sleep when you bring him home??
   Im due January 4th and confused about where to have the newborn sleep. I have a baby safety class in 2 weeks, but am getting the babies room ready now so would like to know what I need ready.

   I have a crib and a pack n play that has a basinette. I assembled the basinette and the hooded part kept coming un-velcroed. It’s dissapointing.

   But anyways, where should the newborn sleep & for how long? When is it safe for baby to sleep in crib?

   • ANSWER:
     Newborns can sleep in a crib as soon as they come home. However, many parents (myself included) find it more convenient to have the baby in a bassinette close to their bed for the first few weeks or months. This way you don’t have too far to travel for middle-of-the-night feedings. This worked well with my daughter as I was able to fall asleep faster. Some small babies may also feel overexposed by being in a big crib all by themselves. Since our daughter was premature, we decided that a smaller bassinette would be more intimate and probably help her sleep better.

     If you do decide that a basinette is best for you, I would recommend that you not use a travel bassinette. Rather, look at borrowing or purchasing a used “moses basket” or other bassinette (see the attached links to babiesrus). You may prefer to have your baby sleep in a crib if you are a very light sleeper. Otherwise, you’ll be waking up with every single sniffle, sneeze, and grunt (which babies do a lot of).

     Best of luck!

3. QUESTION:
   Where should a newborn baby sleep?
   I wanted to get your opinion on where the baby should sleep, and why.

   I feel like the baby should sleep in his/her room, with a baby monitor, so he/she grows accustom to it. Sure, it probably is a pain to get up and walk down the hall a few times a night. But doesn’t it promote better sleeping habits?

   My boyfriend thinks he/she should sleep in the room with us, in a bassinet, so he/she is close to us for safety and convenience. Won’t the baby eventually expect to sleep in the room with us?

   • ANSWER:
     In your room.. in a bassinet or a co-sleeper. My son hated his bassinet so we got him the Snuggle Nest adult bed co-sleeper that is placed right inside your bed.. he loved it and slept there until he was 3 months. He had no problem transitioning into his crib either. He likes his crib. I am not into the Pack N Play choice for a place to sleep at night.. it is meant to be packing for playing or for a quick nap, not to be used as a bed. It’s uncomfortable in my opinion. Best Wishes.

4. QUESTION:
   How do you co-sleep with your baby?
   I know it’s sounds weird, but how do you do it? Does the baby sleep very close to you, or far? And what do you wear to sleep so you can nurse easily? My daughter sleeps in a pack and play next to our bed and I tried few times to bring her to bed, but it just gets uncomfortable. She sleeps with her head on my arm, so I can’t even move… How do you do it?
   And I know about all the safety issues.
   Thanks!

   • ANSWER:
     he just lays next to me between me and the wall. he never sleeps in the middle cuz my husband is the hardest sleeper ever! he actually falls asleep in the pack and play initially for bed, but once he wakes up i bring him to bed with me. i just wear a tank top to bed every night. i always have tho so nothin has really changed there except for now i gotta wear a bra to bed to guard from the leaking lol

5. QUESTION:
   Has anyone else used the Safety 1st Baby Plus Pre Natal Education System?
   I was wondering of the claims were true. Did your baby sleep better? Was he / she more content? I figured it couldn’t hurt.

   Thank you!

   • ANSWER:
     I used it throughout my pregnancy but I wasn’t as strict with following the schedule as it called for. It’s hard to know if my son was affected or if it’s just his nature (he is our first so we have nothing to compare to) but he is a well-natured, happy little boy. He just turned 1 last week. He rolled over at 3 months, crawled at 6, cruised at 7-1/2. He hasn’t started walking yet but I think that is because he’s smart enough to know that he’ll get there faster crawling (he’s VERY fast). He weaned himself of his middle of the night feedings and started sleeping through the night at the same time at 6 months. Now he goes to sleep with no problem and sleeps almost 12 hours a night. Rarely cries “just because”.
     Again, hard to know if it was because of the Baby Plus or just great genes but I would/will do it again.

6. QUESTION:
   Question regarding safety issue of putting our baby to sleep on her stomach?
   Okay, so I know it’s safest to put your baby to sleep on their back, but my daughter has been sleeping on her stomach since she was 3 months old, she refuses to sleep on her back and if I put her on her back when she’s asleep she immediately rolls over to her stomach. Is this a problem seeing as she’s been doing it for a while now. She turned 7 months on the 11th and she just started sleeping in her crib again, she had been sleeping with us in our bed since she was 3 weeks old. I’m just worried about SIDS. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
   Yeah she rolls over on her own has been doing that for quite some time now. She crawls, moves her head just fine, and she also pulls herself to stand.

   She’s been excellent at holding her head up, pretty much since the day she was born.

   Thanks to the people who have answered so far. I feel better now.

   • ANSWER:
     My son only slept on his stomach too, and I didn’t worry too much because I observed his sleeping and he had a strong neck and always moved his head if he needed to. Every parent is different. You can only do what is best for you and baby, just be sure to observe as she sleeps one night so you can learn her movements. They change quit often so just make sure to check on her

     Here’s a good article

     http://healthmad.com/home-health/parents-beware-serious-accidents-happen/

7. QUESTION:
   Should babies sleep in the same bed with their parents or share a crib with siblings?
   Baby sleep paranoia

   When baby sleep safety becomes headline news, sleep misconceptions start spreading like wildfire — something that can make parents even more paranoid about the subject, if that’s possible…. Read more: http://ca.lifestyle.yahoo.com/family-relationships/blog/anndouglas/77/baby-sleep-paranoia

   • ANSWER:
     Yes, we have shared our bed with each of our 4 kids for the first 2-3 years of their lives. We all enjoyed the experience very much. Contrary to what people often think, the child doesn’t have a hard time going into his/her own bed after. My kids never came to our room at night to ask to sleep with us. I believe that when you make a baby feel secure and don’t try to force them into independance prematurely, they will naturally become independant in their own time. It’s a very special way of bonding with your baby, cuddling and nursing your baby. And when you sleep with your baby, you don’t have to wake up and sit on a chair to feed your baby. You just turn onto your side and give your breast and fall back asleep!

8. QUESTION:
   Is it safe to have a toddler and our new baby sleep in the same room?
   We only have two bedrooms. My daughter is currently 25 months old and I just found out I’m pregnant with child #2 (Yay!).

   We will be switching my daughter over to the daybed in that room. I worry (and wonder how others have dealt with) have a baby in a crib in the same room as a toddler. Is there any safety contraptions that could keep her from getting to the new born?

   • ANSWER:
     I had a 2 year old and a new baby, but I didnt put the wee one in the room straight away.
     Have the baby in your room for at least the first few months and that will give you an insight into how the older sibling interacts with her new brother/sister.
     You will just need to teach her not to go near the crib when baby is sleeping.
     But everything will probably be fine

     Just don’t put the new baby in straight away as that won’t be fair to your daughter, you will only end up with the two of them up during the night feeds

Guide to Baby Toy Safety

Author: Trevor Ginn

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/babies-articles/guide-to-baby-toy-safety-1507787.html

About the Author

Trevor Ginn is managing director at Hello Baby (www.hellobabydirect.co.uk) an online baby shop based in Bethnal Green, East London, UK. They sell a wide range of Toys and other baby products such as JellyKitten, prams, pushchairs, Brio, Heimess, infantino, Plan Toys, Kid Kraft, Lamaze, nursery furniture and car seats. Trevor also writes a blog on eCommerce which can be found at www.trevorginn.com

Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   How can I get parts for my Safety 1st baby toy?
   The tractor that plays nursery rhyme songs and sits on top of the circular, Farm -themed, two-leveled baby seat and play center that was manufatured about three years ago stopped playing when my granddaughter threw up on it and I washed it under running water. My husband replaced the batteries, but it still won’t work.

   • ANSWER:
     go to baby r rus a baby store full of baby stuff i go there.

2. QUESTION:
   What are the toxic-free brands of baby toys? Are brands such as Safety First and The First Years safe?
   Are these brands free of pthalates? My baby is 7 months old and she needs some toys to stimulate her. Any suggestions. Safe toys, of course.

   • ANSWER:
     No, most of the toys you will find at regular commercial toy stores do contain pthalates. The FDA and other regulatory agencies do now acknowledge any dangers in pthalates, parabens, dioxins, SLS, sodium polyacrylate, etc., so the manufacturers don’t see a need to change to more expensive materials. If you want non-toxic toys, shop at natural baby stores. Some good online stores are:

     www.cottonbabies.com
     www.wilddill.com
     www.melissaanddoug.com

3. QUESTION:
   What are all the safety symbols for baby toys? cud u send me a link of the symbols. and what do they mean?
   I need this for my child deveopment coursework, and cant find it anywear

   • ANSWER:
     Here is one list http://www.askbaby.com/toy-safety.htm
     I am not sure how standardized that one is.

     Here is a US/EU “official” list

     http://www.safbaby.com/what-do-all-the-marks-and-symbols-on-toy-packages-mean

4. QUESTION:
   What is the toy brand for a popular baby around the Northern Europe region?
   I have the baby now.

   I am looking for the educational toy and the toy for the baby.

   Could you give the popular brand and the commodity around the Northern Europe region?

   When the evaluation of the design, safety, and the function of the region is high, I very often hear it.

   • ANSWER:
     Educational Toys Planet

     http://www.educationaltoysplanet.com/

5. QUESTION:
   Will you buy your baby toys from Mattel? After all they waited months to recall 21 million toys that harm kids
   read this.. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070912/ap_on_go_co/toy_safety

   I have a problem with a company that gives US jobs away to a communist country that treats it’s emplyees like shi_. And then when it is brought to their attention that the toys that are made there can cause serious harm to US kids doesn’t do anything about it for months. All for the bottom line! That is sick!

   How funny it is now how they beg us for their business. Will you buy Mattel toys for your children?

   • ANSWER:
     I own a toy store and we don’t deal with Mattel, so the answer is no.

     There are some brands we carry that are made in China, however. We have Thomas trains, some of which were recalled. But the manufacturer reacted quickly to recall them.

     It’s tough to be a small manufacturer of toys these days. You can either have the toys made in the US or other country with ethical practices and raise the price. Or roll the dice with china and have low prices.

     The real problem is that most consumers will do anything to save money on their kids’ toys.

     It’s ironic that they won’t spend ten dollars more for a safe toy for their kid, but will spend tens of thousands of dollars extra to buy a monster truck to tote the kids around in.

6. QUESTION:
   What are the best baby toys for a 6month old? That can entertain her for more then 10min.?
   I have two older children, that have a wide range of toys. Any type of chew type of toy. That lights up & plays instrumental would be nice.

   She just wants to chew everything. And lover of lights & music.
   I dont have any toy or know of any toys, with these 3 types of specifications.
   Also, Safety 1st -unbreakable material.

   • ANSWER:
     My son loves his light show we bought him.. If we lie him down and put the light show on, he will just lay and watch it for over 15 mins and sometimes even falls asleep to it. It plays nursery rhymes too.

     Here’s a link to the one my son has, I find it really useful as it also distracts him long enough for me to go and get a shower etc.

     http://www.elc.co.uk/Blossom-Farm-Lavender-Lamb-Cot-Light-Show/118550,default,pd.html

7. QUESTION:
   For people who already have had a baby :] Do I have everything I need?
   My baby boy is due in May, here’s a list of what I have so far, am I missing anything?

   .Clothes (onsies, sleepers, socks, mittens, sweaters, pants, hats, soft shoes)
   .Blankets, bath towels, wash cloths
   .Baby products (oil, wipes, lotion, soap, powder, cream, q tips etc.)
   .Carseat
   .Stroller
   .Diaper bag (already packed :])
   .Crib (sheets, mobile, positioner…)
   .Changing table
   .Bouncer
   .Swing
   .Jumper
   .Car mirror and shades
   .Baby safety set (nail clippers, thermometer, baby medicine…)
   .Baby book and photo albums
   .Bassinet
   .Baby bathtub
   .Toy chest (full of toys)
   .Bottles and breast pump

   Things I haven’t bought yet and are pretty sure I am going to are:
   .High chair
   .Gates for his playroom
   .Pillow for breastfeeding
   .Contents for overnight bag for the hospital, I have the bag with a few things in it…but not everything yet.

   Am I forgetting anything? I thinks that’s everything..

   Thanks :]
   Oh yeah the baby carrier, I almost forgot! Thanks :]

   • ANSWER:
     I agree with everything Arlene G said. It sounds like you have pretty much everything covered for the baby so don’t forget about yourself. This is coming from experience because no one even told me to take any of those things for myself. My poor husband was always having to run to the store for extra things.

     I would suggest bringing something to keep all the paperwork in. You will have lots and it’s so easy to just put them in one place so you aren’t worried about losing or forgetting them.

     Also have some healthy snacks for when the baby comes home because I know I wasn’t able to eat for more than 5 mins at a time . Escpecially because she had colic.

     You might want to get some baby gas drops just in case.

     And this is a personal choice but I now have a wrap for the baby and wish I had looked into them sooner so maybe you could check out those. But other than that it seems as if you are all set. Congratulations!

8. QUESTION:
   Does anyone have the Baby Walker (Dinosaur themed) by Safety 1st?
   If so, I just wanted to know how to change the batteries out of the little purple dinosaur toy that is attached to it. Thanks a lot!

   • ANSWER:

     http://www.safety1st.com/docs/productsheet/588_9-25-2006_25610.pdf

     Didnt see too much about batteries but they have a toll free number and a website on there

     My assumption is that the toys may have individual batteries built into them. They may not be big batteries, perhaps smaller ones (watch battery size) i would check out the detachable toys and see if they have a place where you can unscrew them. If not you can probably take a flat butter knife and pop off the bottom on the dinosaur