The thought of travelling with a baby can be daunting, but often the fear is worse than reality. If you\u2019re flying with a baby this year \u2014 or thinking of booking a holiday with one \u2014 we\u2019ve compiled a list of travel tips to help you through the flight.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
The in-built entertainment system probably isn\u2019t the most baby-friendly device, so it\u2019s best to pack your own baby-compatible entertainment. Think light and slim; touchy-feely books, snacks, and a tablet pre-downloaded with apps and favourite TV shows will help keep your little one amused.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Even the shortest of flights can be unexpectedly delayed, so make sure you have at least a day\u2019s worth of milk\/nappies\/spare clothing\/emergency chocolate stashed in your hand luggage.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
If you a warning ahead of the airline\u2019s announcement, you can use websites such as FlightRadar24 to monitor whether the plane you\u2019ll be travelling on is running to schedule or not.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
In larger airports it\u2019s usually possible to pre-order items such as milk, nappies and wipes from gate-side retailers (such as Boots). The click-and-collect service means that you don\u2019t have to transport these bulky items through security \u2014 and carry-packs of nappies will be particularly useful if you have a long-haul flight and small baby.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Although you usually get to keep your pushchair right up until boarding, you\u2019ll usually have to wait to reclaim it with all the other luggage after security. Depending on the airport, this could involve a pretty long walk wrestling a small \u2014 yet surprisingly heavy \u2014 wriggly baby alongside your hand luggage.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
If your baby gets a bit tetchy later in the day, book an early flight. Or you could book a bedtime flight in the hope that they\u2019ll settle for a long nap for the duration that you\u2019re up in the air.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Whilst it might be tempting to hide away in a window seat, an aisle seat is a more practical choice \u2014 ideal for popping to the toilet for nappy changes or taking your little one for a wander up and down the aisle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Feeding your baby during take off and landing can help calm them, and the sucking action will help equalise their ears as the air pressure changes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Pack your hand luggage into a backpack to keep your hands free for negotiating the airport, security, duty free, the plane itself\u2026 Although pack strategically \u2014 don\u2019t bury bottles and nappies at the bottom. There\u2019s nothing worse than desperately rummaging for something you can\u2019t find with a screaming baby in tow.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
The thought of travelling with a baby can be daunting, but often the fear is worse than reality. If you\u2019re flying with a baby this year \u2014 or thinking of booking a holiday with one \u2014 we\u2019ve compiled a list of travel tips to help you through the flight. In-flight Entertainment\u00a0 The in-built entertainment system probably isn\u2019t the most baby-friendly device, so it\u2019s best to pack your own baby-compatible entertainment. Think light and slim; touchy-feely books, snacks, and a tablet pre-downloaded with apps and favourite TV shows will help keep your little one amused. Prepare for Delays Even the shortest of flights can be unexpectedly delayed, so make sure you have at least a day\u2019s worth of milk\/nappies\/spare clothing\/emergency chocolate stashed in your hand luggage. If you a warning ahead of the airline\u2019s announcement, you can use websites such as FlightRadar24 to monitor whether the plane you\u2019ll be travelling on is running to schedule or not. Pre-Order Supplies\u00a0 In larger airports it\u2019s usually possible to pre-order items such as milk, nappies and wipes from gate-side retailers (such as Boots). The click-and-collect service means that you don\u2019t have to transport these bulky items through security \u2014 and carry-packs of nappies will be particularly useful if you have a long-haul flight and small baby. Pack a Sling or Carrier\u00a0 Although you usually get to keep your pushchair right up until boarding, you\u2019ll usually have to wait to reclaim it with all the other luggage after security. Depending on the airport, this could involve a pretty long walk wrestling a small \u2014 yet surprisingly heavy \u2014 wriggly baby alongside your hand luggage. Book a Baby-Friendly Flight If your baby gets a bit tetchy later in the day, book an early flight. Or you could book a bedtime flight in the hope that they\u2019ll settle for a long nap for the duration that you\u2019re up in the air. Reserve an Aisle Seat Whilst it might be tempting to hide away in a window seat, an aisle seat is a more practical choice \u2014 ideal for popping to the toilet for nappy changes or taking your little one for a wander up and down the aisle. Save Feeding for Take Off Feeding your baby during take off and landing can help calm them, and the sucking action will help equalise their ears as the air pressure changes. Get Backpacking Pack your hand luggage into a backpack to keep your hands free for negotiating the airport, security, duty free, the plane itself\u2026 Although pack strategically \u2014 don\u2019t bury bottles and nappies at the bottom. There\u2019s nothing worse than desperately rummaging for something you can\u2019t find with a screaming baby in tow.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":9646,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"template-right-sidebar.php","format":"standard","meta":{"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[416,412,419],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1201","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-bookings-for-you","category-family-travel","category-travel-tips"],"yoast_head":"\n