Kiddie to Go

As the school year winds down, that can only mean one thing...No, not you pulling your hair out because the kids are driving you crazy (already!). It"s time for that annual rite of passage: the family vacation. While gas prices aren't anything to sneeze at, lots of people I know are still planning on hitting the road with the whole gang at some point this season. Some will be taking longer car rides across state lines, while others are looking into a few long weekend trips. If your car is anything like ours, fitting two kids in the backseat, let alone a third child, doesn't allow much wiggle room-or rooms for all those travel toys. That's why we are loving the Bubble Bum booster seat.  It's a portable, foldable lightweight seat that doesn't eat up precious space, and provides a comfortable ride for the child who's always feeling crowded out. It differs from other standard booster seats because of its seat belt positioning clips instead of arm rests. What's also really cool about the Bubble Bum — besides the name, of course — is that it inflates easily and when it's not in use, just deflate it and store in your glove compartment, travel bag or even your purse. Now your kids have even more room in the back for all those souvenirs...

In a Nutshell: Gas up the car and pack those snacks and card games. With this one-pound booster seat, your kid will proudly call this seat his own, even if he can't call shotgun. The Bubble Bum is designed for kids ages 4-11 who weigh between 40-80 lbs.

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