My baby was born last June and already has more sea time than most
adults I know. For me, I was concerned about finding a properly fitted
PFD and to make sure it did it's job. I bought three different types
(all type 3 but different styles) and tried them out. The one that
worked best and looked fairly comfortable on her. It was purchased
from West Marine and was the least expensive of the three. I first
tried it out in a tub and then a few weeks later in a pool.

Aside from that I used the car seat last summer (didnt strap her in).
Even though she still fits in it, I dont think Ill be using it this
summer.

Miech wrote:
We're due in June and would like to hear from people who have
experience
sailing with a 0-4 month old. Pros, cons, advice and warnings as well
as any
product suggestions to purchase are greatly appreciated. We have had
fabulous feedback from our vessel-specific forum and wanted to tap
the
veterans here as well.

(Please no stories about how your son started sailing with you at age
6.
Infants only please!)

Thanks so much,

Jay & Michelle
s/v Elixir
Buzzards Bay