Air traveling with a baby can be a daunting idea for parents. Careful planning is key a to avoid mid-air hassles.
A baby should be at least six months old. Flying with a baby under 3 months is not advisable.
Babies with heart issues, lung conditions, active respiratory infections and babies who have had an ear infection or ear surgery in the past two weeks, aren’t advised to fly.
Breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or giving a pacifier to the baby during take-off and landing can help ease ear pain during flight.
Airports and flights can be very cold. Layer up your baby with warm clothes, covering their head, and ears.
Keep the baby’s essentials like diapers, diaper changing pads, swaddle cloth, bib, wipes, mittens and extra clothing in the carryon baggage.
Carry medications like paracetamol and saline drops, as prescribed by a pediatrician.