BABY ON BOARD - THINGS TO KNOW WHILE TRAVELLING WITH TODDLERS

Flying with toddlers can get you frazzled and turn your dream vacation from a big adventure into a nightmare if you are not prepared for the potential problems. Here is a list of things you could do to cope with long flights.

·         You can never be too prepared when travelling with kids. Stock your bag with games, snack sand playing cards. Make sure to carry extra clothes and medicine because kids might get a temperature or spill stuff on their clothes.

·         Unless your kids are potty trained, keep wet wipes and pull-ups handy. This way during unexpected flight delays you won’t have to panic. Knowing that you are prepared can relax you during your flight.

·         Carry a backpack as hand luggage so that your both hands are free, making it easier for you to hold your kid’s hand, push a stroller, carry your kid or have your passport and documents in hand at the airport.

·         It is always advisable to pack a bag for each of your kids for the flight. It could contain each of their favorite stuffed toys, chocolates and snacks, coloring books and crayons or markers or even a set of Lego blocks. This is a simple, inexpensive and sure way to get them excited to open their bags and keep themselves occupied for a good while during your flight.

·         Know the charges and regulations for your particular airline when taking your baby along with you on a flight. Each airline has its own rules when it comes to flying with babies. While some airlines charge for one service, with others it is free. So know your airline policy when it comes to kids. This will help you decide on the airline before you book your parking JFK or SFO airport parking.

·         When flying with kids, make sure to be punctual and check in on time.