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Plane travel with infants/toddlers
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items I have traveled over 50 times with my children since having my first son in 2021. These are my must haves when traveling withc children under 5.
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Screen free entertainment
Extras you'll want on hand
Personal care
Things you don't think about
Screen free entertainment
If keeping screen time limited is important to you these are some screen free activities that are bound to keep any baby/ toddler occupied!
If you have a very busy baby these are perfect to stick to the window to keep them busy for a temporary amount of time while on the plane.
LiKee Suction Cup Fidget Spinner Bath Toys
If your little one takes a pacifier youll want to bring extras! Pacifiers help with the popping of the ears during take off or landing.
MAM Original Matte Baby Pacifier 0-6M, 2 Pack
Busy books are a great way to keep your toddler busy if you dont allow screentime.
Busy Book for Toddlers - Learning Activities
Keep your child busy with a doodle board.
Bravokids 10" LCD Writing Tablet for Kids
A fun box with 50 different activities for children of all ages
On-The-Go Amusements: 50 Fun Plane Activities
Extras you'll want on hand
These are some must have extras that you'll want on hand. Trust me when I say I'd rather have them and not need them then need them and not have them!
A portable charger for your phone is a must.
podoru 10000mAh MagSafe Battery Pack
Stackable snack containers are perfect for slipping in the side pocket of any diaper bag. I love this one because you can include a few different options at the perfect portion size for your little.
SELEWARE Stackable Food Storage Containers
I always put my babies in a onsie with a hoodie and joggers over top.
Hurley Baby Boys Hoodie & Joggers Set
I always throw some pajamas in the diaper bag to change my children into if they need a change. I like putting pjs because they take up a lot less space in the diaper bag.
Desert Sunrise Zippy
Bring an empty water bottle! You can ask flight attendants for whole cans and pour them into a waterbottle for your child.
HYDRO FLASK Kids Insulated Water Bottle
Let's be honest. Planes are not very clean. This tray cover helps you avoid all those nasty germs and makes for an easy clean up when you make your arrival.
TrayMask Disposable Tray Table Cover 10 Pack
Personal care
Always bring a thermometer! You never know when your little one is going to get sick and the last thing you want to worry about is running to the store to buy another thermometer.
No-Touch Digital Thermometer for All Ages
Once again you always want to be prepared! I always bring along Genexa. I would rather not need it and have it than have it and not need it.
Genexa Infants’ Pain and Fever Liquid
I always bring along some saline. Depending on the elevation change your little ones nose may get a little stuffy.
Little Remedies Noses Saline Spray Drops, 1 Fl Oz
Things you don't think about
Some bigger items you don't think about brining when traveling by plane
You'll want a car seat cover for your car seat so you can ensure nothing gross gets on it.
J.L. Childress Gate Check Bag for Car Seats
I always recommend buying a travel car seat. Airline workers don't treat our luggage with care sometimes resulting in breaking our items. You do not want your expensive car seat broken. Just buy a cheap car seat that you can take with you whenever yo...
Safety 1st Grand 2-in-1 Booster Car Seat
A travel stroller is a must for navigating through a busy airport. You can bring your stroller all the way to the gate. This one is great because it has a travel bag included!
MAMAZING Lightweight Baby Stroller, 11.6 lbs