Very young babies are often terrific airplane passengers, inclined to sleep most of the way. Older babies, however, can make even a short plane ride seem endless.
If you plan to travel with your baby or toddler, a few preparations can make all the difference.
Other Tips for Easier Air Travel
- Often night flights are a wise choice when traveling with a baby, as you both may sleep for much of the way.
- Nursing or giving your baby a bottle to drink while the plane is taking off or landing will help equalize the pressure in his ears, and keep him more comfortable.
- Pack a bag with a variety of objects certain to keep your baby’s attention during the trip, at least for a few minutes each: books, rattles and a few new toys.
- Bring the objects out one at a time, at well-spaced intervals. Interest her in a new item until she’s thoroughly explored it; then wait a bit before introducing another item. Do this until you reach your destination, or your baby falls asleep.
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