Make Baby Travel Easy! (Age 0-1)

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If the euphoria and pain of childbirth has worn away and you’re starting to wanderlusting again, then you may be wondering; is it possible to travel with your baby?

When it comes to traveling with infants, it’s best to consult with your doctor before booking any flights, as it’s not recommended to travel until your babies have had their immunity vaccines and are fit and healthy, which is different for every baby.

Some babies are fit to travel within 6 weeks (usually only domestic flights), whereas some doctors recommend to wait until they are 3-6 months old, so it’s really important you discuss your travel plans with your doctor before doing anything else.

After you’ve done that and got the go ahead with your GP, then you’re probably wondering what flying with an infant is like. Well, that’s where we’re here to help.

We have been flying with our two girls since they were babies. Savannah was six weeks when we flew to New Zealand from Australia, so we’re well placed to tell you the truth about flying with a baby.

Here’s some tips for making that first journey with an infant a breeze!

Can You Travel with a Baby Under 1?

You’re probably a little freaked out, scared, and wondering if travelling with your baby possible, easy, too-hard to basket, or just a ridiculous daydream.

I know sooo many new mothers (or even those who haven’t had kids yet) tell me they can’t travel with a baby. My response is always – yes you can. In fact, its one of the easiest ages to travel with kids!

I know it sounds hard with all that nappy (diaper) changing and feeding and sleep routines. But, babies can be so darn good at slipping into your life. As long as you follow our tips, you’ll find that traveling with a baby can be a breeze.

My belief is that parenting is hard no matter the age, nor where you are, so you might as well travel with your kids and fill up the moments in between with meaningful memories. You can make it work and enrich your family life in doing so.

Tips For Traveling with an Infant

If you’re ready to take a flight, here are our top tips for traveling with a baby to make the journey smooth sailing!

1. Speak To Your Doctor First

As I mentioned earlier, it’s really important you consult with your doctor…