Commonly, paediatricians recommend mothers not to take newborns along for a trip within the first month. This argument is reasoned by the fact that a mother needs the postnatal rest and a child needs a permanent environment to adapt to life. Nevertheless, if you still need to travel, and your baby certainly cannot be detached from you, following tips for safe and easy travel might come in useful:
1. Reserve the best seat. While booking a seat, it’s better to choose an aisle seat preferably the one closer to the front of the plane. Aisle seats offer you mobility supposing you need to get up and walk about to calm your baby. Ask the agent if it is possible to request an empty seat next to you in case you need extra space. If you don’t happen to book a desirable seat, you may ask the agents at the gate if a more convenient seat is available. Some would prefer back seats of the plain since it’s easier to access the bathrooms located in the rear of the airplane though the noise level is usually higher at the rear, and could be a concern for a child.
2. Use baby carriers. Purchase a baby sling which is the universal carrier for travelling with a tiny kid. Slings give you opporunities to carry a baby in a number of convenient positions and to nurse prudently. Moreover, sling carriers enable newborns to have covering on top, which prevents crowd from touching them. It will seem easier to wear them in the carrier while they are asleep. You could also lull your baby to sleep before boarding to chance that they will sleep through the whole trip.
3. Pre-nurse. Just before setting off, feed your little one taking into account that eating during the trip may be of serious trouble due to atmospheric pressure and stomach being squeezed for a long time resulting from uncomfortable seating position.
4. Take a first aid kit with you to ensure your readiness to deal with minor injuries during the travel. Should any accident happen you'll have necessary supplies. If your baby requires any prescriptions make sure to take along the medications. It might be handy to have your baby’s health information including contact numbers and names of medications they could need.
Enjoy your trip!