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You can travel with your newborn baby as long as your baby is healthy and the doctor says it is OK. Traveling with your baby by land or air can be safe. All you need to do is to be ready. ‚
General
Before You Travel ‚
- Think about things you and your baby will need when traveling like:
- Car seat
- Baby foods and ready-to-use formula
- Pacifiers and bibs
- Diapers, changing pads, wipes, plastic bags
- First aid kit, baby cream, diaper rash cream
- Hand sanitizer or wet ones
- Extra clothes
- Blanket, music
- Small toys
- Portable crib or bed
- Any drugs your baby is taking
- Emergency numbers
- Medical insurance cards
- Expect that your trip will take longer than it should. You will need to stop for diaper changes, feedings, and other fussy moments for your baby.
- Pack your babys things separately. Make sure they are easy to get to. It will be easier to find things when you need them.
- Try to get more rest before you travel.
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
- Use bags with wheels for a carry on.
- Bring a stroller. Using a stroller will help keep your hands free.
- Travel with another family member for the first time if you can.
Traveling by Car ‚
- Wear your seatbelt and make sure that your baby is fastened in a safe car seat.
- Protect your baby from the sun. Use sun shades and sunscreen.
- Do not feed your baby while on the road. Find a safe place to stop when your baby is ready to eat, drink, or needs a diaper change.
- If you need to hold your baby, find a place to stop the car.
- Keep toys, formula, and diapers handy, not in the trunk.
- Play soft music.
Traveling by Air ‚
- Be sure to check with the airline and your doctor before you go.
- If you are traveling to another country, your baby needs to have a passport too. Be sure to check with your travel agent.
- Try to travel during nap time or at night so your baby will sleep through the flight.
- Be sure to check with your airline about any rules for traveling with a newborn.
- Make sure you have your doctor's contact numbers. Have the doctor check your baby's health before your travel.
- Ask the travel agent if the seat next to you is open so you can bring your baby's car seat on the plane. If you want to hold your baby, your baby can stay on your lap.
- Make sure to have all the things your baby may need with you on the plane.
- Give your baby a drink from a bottle or a pacifier during take off and landing to help with ear pain.
Where can I learn more?
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ‚
http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/yellowbook/2014/chapter-7-international-travel-infants-children/traveling-safely-with-infants-and-children ‚
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This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from your health care provider. This is only a brief summary of general information. It does NOT include all information about conditions, illnesses, injuries, tests, procedures, treatments, therapies, discharge instructions or life-style choices that may apply to you. You must talk with your health care provider for complete information about your health and treatment options. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to accept your health care providers advice, instructions or recommendations. Only your health care provider has the knowledge and training to provide advice that is right for you. ‚
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