You’re bracing yourself for several hours in the plane with your little one. Getting stressed about what to do, what to pack and how to deal with other passengers who do not hide their dislike of kids.
First off, start toughening up for those unfriendly passengers who do not like having kids in the plane with them. You’re a paying passenger and they should just accept that the realities of travelling includes having a kid on board. You already have enough to deal with so just chill and don’t think about those people.
Here’s a list of things to consider in your packing. You don’t necessarily have to bring them all, just what you need for the trip.
Diapers – bring enough for the travel, you can always buy more when you get to your destination
Travel change mat – most nappy bags have them inside already, but if you don’t have one make sure you get one that will be easy to fold and unfold
Blankets – bring a couple of several purposes (e.g. cover yourself when breastfeeding, covering your baby etc)
Plastic bags – there are disposable bags that comes in a packet nowadays, these will come in handy for anything. You can even use those pet poo bags too.
Diaper rash cream
Wipes
Hand gel, baby wash and lotion (travel size are best)
Tissues
Dummies/pacifiers (make sure to bring extra)
Favourite toys (the easier to carry the better)
Clothes (know the weather of your destination)
Socks, booties or shoes
Bibs
Hat
Plastic feeding set
Baby food (if already on solids)
Formula, water, juice (if you need them)
Extra bottles, nipples, sippy cups
Snacks for you
Breast pump (if you need one, but make sure to get a power adapter when you get to your destination)
Nightlight (if you need low light for midnight nappy changes, but you can also just use your mobile phone for this)
First aid kit (pain reliever, treatment for minor injuries)
Sling or front carrier
Portable crib or play yard
Inflatable baby bathtub
Car seat
Collapsible stroller
Pillow
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