Tips On Traveling With Newborns

Posted by shbanchang on February 15, 2012

Traveling with an infant can be a stressful experience. Not only do you have to worry about how your going to pack all the necessary items that also comply with security guidelines, you have to handle your infant in the airport as well. There are strollers and car seats to contend with, as well as diaper bags and carry on luggage. It’s a wonder anyone with a baby travels. There are some tips to keep in mind when traveling. Be sure to have your infant U.S. passport at hand, just as you need a passport for travel, so does your baby. If you were recently married make sure you filed for the necessary passport name change so you do not run into problems.

Passports

Passports are necessary for any sort of international travel. They allow for an individual to enter a foreign country and then return back to their country of origin. Without these documents travel is impossible. This is why it’s so important that all documentation be filled out properly. By having all passport documentation in order you can avoid any difficulties that can arise with travel. If you need a passport name change, get that handled long before you travel.

Travel

When preparing to travel with your infant, only pack what you need. Keep a diaper bag with you including the necessary diapers and extra changes of clothes as well as toys to occupy the infant. You may bring formula and bottles through security; they will be subjected to a litmus test. Also be prepared to fold your stroller up when you go through security. The stroller also has to go through the same system that your bag does. Often security agents will assist a struggling parent with a child.

Seating

Although infants and children under the age of two are allowed on their parents laps, it is much safer to get them their own seat. Be sure your car seat is FAA approved. When ascending and descending the best way to help your child cope with the air pressure change is to have them suck on something. This is the perfect time to give them a bottle or pacifier.

Stress

Parents are always wary of traveling with their infants. No one wants to be that parent with the screaming child. To avoid such a dilemma it’s important to remain calm. Your child will be attune to your stress level and will act accordingly. So if you appear stressed, your child will pick up on that. Do your best to comfort your child and if a flight attendant can be of any assistance do not hesitate to flag them down.

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