The Best Tips For Travelling With A Baby

The truth? Travelling with a baby is not without its challenges. Between the time differences, mood swings, dirty nappies and feeding, there’s a lot more work than relaxation going on. And while flying with an infant may seem like a daunting task for new parents, with a little preparation, your first flight with your little one can be a totally manageable (and dare we say, fun) experience for the whole family.

From on-the-go naps to efficient nappy bag packing tips, check out these tricks on how travel (relatively) fuss-free with your baby.

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Consider flight times

While it might be cheaper to fly later in the day, if your baby tends to get a little tired and grumpy in the afternoon, it’s worth paying that little bit extra to have a fuss-free flight.

Arrive Early

As you’ve probably already learned, everything takes just that little bit longer with a baby in tow. Avoid the stress of rushing to your gate (or even worse, missing your flight!) by allowing plenty of time to get to the airport, through security and to your gate.

Carry snacks

Feed your baby during take-off and landing, as this prevents their ears from popping and provides a distraction. Some airlines provide baby meals, which you can request during your booking. However, you should always carry snacks that you know you’re baby will enjoy, especially if they have allergies. Similarly, it’s important to ensure your baby stays hydrated throughout the flight.

Baggage allowance

Babies come with a lot of baggage - strollers, capsules, nappies, bottles - so it’s important to check what you can and can’t take on the plane. This may vary between airlines, so always check each individual site before arriving at the airport. And don’t forget to consider domestic versus international liquid limits!

Carry-On Is Essential

(Obviously). Only don't forget that you'll need more nappies packed into that bag than just the length of the flight. Don't forget to factor in getting to the airport, waiting at the airport and travelling to your final destination as well. Your new mantra? ALWAYS OVERPACK. If you think you'll be safe with fice nappies, add another two or three. Next, make sure you're well stocked with baby wipes, sanitary wipes a change of clothing for your baby and an extra top for yourself. Prepare for the worst, hope for the best!

Climate Control

Plans can be icy cold or stuffy and warm (read: never the right temperature). Make sure your babe is prepared for anything by dressing him/her in layers. Don't forget things like socks, and of course, their favourite blanket.

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Lucy16 6 Jun 2019 4:04 AM

Turbulence and changing babies don’t mix!

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Lil wiggle worms!

Lucy16 6 Jun 2019 4:03 AM

All good tips!

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GeeJ 30 Nov 2018 1:45 AM

Good tips.

careglio 8 Oct 2018 11:22 PM

interesting read

Snailor 10 Mar 2018 11:28 PM

I've never had to travel with kids but I am always empathetic to the parents on flights

bh's Kristy Bradley 12 Mar 2018 11:16 AM

I've always been like that, too, Snailor, and now that I have a child I'm even more empathetic. I see mums out and about with a crying baby and I really feel for them. x

Yohanna 8 Mar 2018 6:00 PM

Snacks and patience perhaps

bh's Kristy Bradley 12 Mar 2018 11:14 AM

Snacks are my go-to distractor in any situation! Ha!

freaky 6 Mar 2018 3:00 PM

Its hard enough to take my baby to the shops let alone on a flight! Great suggestions BH

bh's Kristy Bradley 12 Mar 2018 11:11 AM

I feel the same freaky! I had enough trouble getting my bubba on a bus. But now that she's older, I feel a bit more confident when it comes to public transport and flying. x

BlueBite 6 Mar 2018 3:17 AM

Reading this and remembering when I was a kid... I feel bad for my parents because I was such a difficult kid on a flight.

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bh's Kristy Bradley 12 Mar 2018 11:18 AM

I'm sure you weren't BlueBit. I just think that travelling on anything from a bus to a train to an airplane is hard for a child - it's so restrictive and weird for them.

Miss19 5 Mar 2018 6:36 PM

It sounds really difficult!

IndieAna 5 Mar 2018 4:15 PM

I once traveled with a 6 week old and almost 2 year old alone for 10 hours via bus, train then back on a bus. I wouldn't recommend it! lol

bh's Kristy Bradley 12 Mar 2018 11:13 AM

You're a champion IndieAna. Sometimes we just don't have a choice how or where we have to travel too. But you did it! xx

Gilded 5 Mar 2018 1:57 PM

I can just imagine, it must be tough getting the kiddlings to calm down in a confined space such as the plane.

Peta908 18 Dec 2017 5:05 PM

About to go on our first overseas family holiday together. Fingers crossed the boys behave as we have connecting flights

Natosha Jacobs 15 Nov 2017 3:33 PM

I'm not a mother, but rather I'm loaded with esteem for any parent that goes with youngsters

Mandy 25 Oct 2017 12:11 PM

All the tips are very useful but I would like to add if you are travelling with toddlers or kids just pack crayons and colouring books ,games or puzzles for them as I have travelled internationally and trust me it's not easy. Kids just cry and become unstoppable. So carry things to make them distract as they get bored of one thing very easily.

onlyoni 21 Sep 2017 9:21 PM

Thankfully my son was a good traveller so he was never a problem. Of course, the younger they are the more supplies you have to travel with. I even took a snuggle bed with us to England because I knew none of the people we would be staying with had a cot.

Kasey780 14 Sep 2017 1:49 PM

Such great advice when travelling with little ones!

Princess Perfume 24 Aug 2017 8:47 AM

This article takes me back! I think having a couple of childrens books handy really helps. Flights can be long and boring for babies too

Ellyloves 23 Aug 2017 3:56 PM

so many things for me to remember!

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