Flying

When we flew last week; we checked it in n both airlines had these thick plastic bags for the seat. TSA did rip the bag open in places for inspection I guess and we ended up with it chipped in the cup holder 🤷🏻‍♀️ it didn’t get dirty tho

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We bought a cheap car seat check bag on amazon. Saves some dirt. Airline employees told me gate checking vs checking at counter was the same in terms of where it ends up and how handled.

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I bought ready made formula and powder. They checked it out and it was fine

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For bottles, you can try these. They have disposable liners so you only need to carry around extra nipples and nipple rings, which saves lots of space! I’d try it first to see if your baby likes it, though. http://www.playtexbaby.com/products/playtex-drop-ins-liners

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I’ve traveled with my son once a month since he was born! 1-5 months was the easiest for sure. I’d just do my best to keep him up as long as possible before the flight and 4/5 flights he slept the entire way! Check the car seat and stroller and just wear baby in a carrier, it’s much easier through airport and security. Bring a change of clothes for you and baby and give bottle or passy on take... More

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I just travelled with my 6 mnth baby...You don't need to worry...just feed her when she is hungry... babies generally sleep in flight becoz of the motion.So enjoy ur travel.

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On international flights you can get the bulkhead seat with bassinet. You may need to call to reserve it.

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For sure call to get the bassinet for your flight! 3mo is super easy to travel with, easier to fly than drive I swear! My 3yo has done 8 rt flights and 2 of them were international. Really if you are breastfeeding that makes it easy to travel, bring a pump for sure (even if just a simple hand pump) if you want flexibility like you would at home. If you plan to travel by car bring your car s... More

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We really like The Star, it's the story of Jesus's birth as told by the donkey. Lots of fun silliness but a good message.

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Got to love the classics. Rudolph, and muppet family Christmas

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Thank you all very much! I definitely feel better prepared with all your tips. Now hopefully he will do ok in flight and if not it’s ok mamas ready 😊

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We have flown a few times and most recently international and my advice is pack light 😀 also check to see if your airport has the Mamava pods for breastfeeding. I used it a few times for feeding or pumping as it was a private space and then didn’t have to worry about formula or packing a lot of milk. First flight I look a cooler of frozen breastmilk and no questions from TSA.

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Like the others said a pacifier will save you. If you plan on having your baby as a lap child I suggest wearing them, then you can have your hands free. If you are buying a ticket check your car seat ahead of time to make sure if will fit on the plane. Flying with babies is much easier than toddler so have fun! Our 3yo has flown 8 time round trip and two international, so it can be loads of fun!

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If you’ll be on a long flight, pack one extra t-shirt FOR YOU. If the little one spits on you, drops food or milk (those spaces are tiny), you’ll feel great with fresh clothes. Flights are cold, a light blanket is always handy, specially with the air on coming out above of the window seats.

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My daughter will be 2 months on the 30th would that be ok?

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We grab a bunch or random things from the airport food court (straws, to-go cups, sugar packets). He had fun taking straws out of its cover, putting sugar in cups, transferring sugar from one cup to another... we like doing this since, if we lose it, all is still well in world. Plus, we can toss everything after the plane ride and we don’t have to worry about lugging so much toys around.

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That's brilliant!

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Baby might need to stretch. Walking up and down the pathway is always good. Also you can start teaching them stretching exercises which they can do with you on the flight. Just remember to do you and don’t care who is looking, you do what you have to do to keep baby happy and yourself sane! Best of luck!

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See if the airline offers bassinets for when she falls asleep. They’re usually only offered on international flights and in certain seats but can be helpful, especially when flying alone. Went on a solo 6 hour plane ride at that age and gave her a new “toy” every 30-45 min ish (ie: something from the dollar bin at Target). Just keep reminding yourself the flight will eventually end and you’ll ... More

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if there are human babies at your destination country I wouldn’t pack more than a little formula. Buy everything local and feed what babies there eat. fresh and nutritious

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We’ve been to Europe twice with our oldest when he was an infant and toddler- first time we packed everything, second time we packed just enough for the plane! Everyone is right, you can get all big brand name formulas anywhere and can get all other food and supplies there as well!

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Thank you so much for your responses!! 💗

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There’s an app on iPhone called “Autism Apps” it sorts tons of apps by categories.

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Thanks everyone. It helps..

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I flew to GA in June with my 9 month old ( at that time) footed pajamas was perfect for keeping him warm on the chilly flight!. I brought 2 pair for food or accident mishaps.

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I bought the boxed milk off the shelf for my flight. I bought the mini boxes.

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Horizon single serve cartons. Also, McDonald's at the airport or Starbucks before the flight. And then they'll have milk on the coffee cart on the plane. Use an insulated cup and it should stay cold for several hours. That's a long flight. Good luck!

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Give a snack to eat or a drink when the plane starts to take off! It’ll help

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Have he/she drink taking off and landing

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When I flew solo with my almost-2 year old, I wipe-bathed him, brushed teeth, read a book, and changed him into pajamas so that he understood that it was bed time. And then changed him into day-time clothes in the morning- also an extra activity to keep him occupied. I agree with the other posters that the long-haul red-eye was the easiest part of the trip. The connections were a little toughe... More

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For your 7 year old bring their security item, for your 4 year old if they have like a kindle that has their favorite games or books that is already downloaded that does not need the internet that is always a plus and for your 6 month old make sure they have a bottle handy or pacifier for taking off and landing for the elevation changes in the air so babies ears pop accordingly so there is no p... More

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A tablet and snacks!

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We flew from CA to IL recently and we bought some new small toys to entertain her. We hid them beforehand so she wouldn’t see them and only brought them out when she started to really get fussy. Since they were new toys she was excited for something new to play with. Only bring one out at a time so you have several to work with and then hide them again once they lose interest so you can play su... More

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When mine is a lap passenger he loves sitting on my tray table so we can play tiny toes etc. Re car seat, I always use latch option when traveling as seat belts etc are too time consuming:)

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This is what I meant https://youtu.be/fdjSD0HzKTo

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I haven’t traveled in a long time so I don’t know the rules on food, but if you can, I would pack lots of snack baggies and a well charged phone or iPad lol good luck 😅

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Coloring books like the crayola color wonder so it’s less mess. If you bring a lot of snacks like fruits snacks or granola bars, I brought a gallon sized zip lock bag for a trash bag. The ipad would be a lifesaver I didn’t have one when I traveled and was also going through my phase of not wanting to be judged for letting my kids use one, now I realize I gotta do what works for us. But, I also ... More

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