Between the excitement of the first family trip and the stress of the first plane flight with baby, our hearts are torn!!
Here, there will be no miracle method to make baby's first flight a success, but there will be advice , sharing of experiences and above all, kindness!!
The first thing I can tell you is: Don't be sorry for your crying baby on the plane! The second thing I can tell you is: Take a deep breath and ignore the judgmental, accusing looks with a big smile!
Integrate these two tips and you will feel more serene.
We have selected 5 tips to keep your baby/toddler occupied during a long-haul flight:
1- If your baby is a fan of being carried, consider using a baby carrier so you can safely carry him through the aisles of the plane. He'll be busy waving hello and smiling at the other passengers.
2- Plan ahead and make a list of new games to buy that you will only take out during the flight, a bit like Jokers: a new book, coloring books or even a games suitcase!
3- One word: STICKERS … we still underestimate the power of these little stickers and yet they can keep baby (and parents) busy for a while
4- Prepare some small snacks like rusks or pieces of fruit... As a reminder, baby food jars, milk, breast milk, juices and baby food are accepted in the cabin, regardless of the quantity .
5- We advise you for the first flights with baby to take the night plane which will allow baby to sleep . Don't forget his favorite comforter and his pacifier and don't hesitate to put him in a "home" mood by putting on his pajamas, singing him his lullaby... With some airlines you even have the possibility of reserving a cradle which is suitable for babies weighing less than 10 kg and measuring less than 70 cm.
