Many parents with a newborn are reluctant to travel with baby. The baby would need a lot of care and attention, more frequent feedings. In addition, the mother is quite likely to feel exhausted. Sometimes you have no choice but to travel with the baby. Although it could be a very stressful experience, there are a few things you can do to make your trip more comfortable:
Safety first
On a trip with your baby, safety comes first. You may be wondering how to ensure baby's safety during travel. Here are some tips for you:
Install removable shutters in your car to protect the eyes and the delicate baby skin from the intense sunlight.
Make sure the seat is properly installed and properly secured with safety belts. You should know that an infant seat is never installed in the front seat, and is still attached to the back of the car.
Keep first aid kit on hand care. The first aid kit should include paracetamol for fever, saline drops to relieve nasal congestion, teething gel and treating colic.
If possible, book a flight seat for your baby and use the safety restraint system when children on board.
How to feed the baby while flying?
The first step is to feed your baby before boarding your flight. You can also do this after takeoff or landing to avoid inconvenience to other passengers.
Well, breastfeeding is the easiest, as it requires no equipment, and if the baby is in the formula, which is very convenient to buy ready packages size of the feed formula may be using for baby. Otherwise, you must take the boiled water in a thermos formula, sterilized bottles and food so you can prepare meals as the baby needs. Get sterilized bottles requires little administration. Fortunately, you can get bags for pre-sterilized bottles and sterilizing bottles to travel many stores. Ready to use formula, however, food is smooth and recommended.
It can be a relief to know that there is no restriction on carrying the baby food and milk as hand luggage is allowed to carry significant amounts for your baby, but you can check with the website of the airlines before starting your trip.
Time your trip should be such that it matches the sleep time your baby, so that your baby sleeps most of the time when traveling.
The time your baby could travel?
Usually, airlines recommend that your baby is under at least two days before you start traveling. Newborns are more delicate, it is advisable to wait until the baby is at least three months before he or she can start traveling. But you can wait longer if you think would be best for the baby, or if you think frequent diaper changes and feeding the baby will not leave any time for yourself. At the end of the day, it's your decision. Bon Voyage!
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