If you have a trip ahead, it makes sense to prepare for it in advance. And if you have a flight with a child, then you need to think carefully about what you may need during the flight, and be prepared for anything.
Takeoff and landing
Take care of your baby's well-being during takeoff and landing. If the baby is still breastfeeding, then the easiest way is to give him a breast. You can also give your baby a pacifier, a bottle of water, and older children sucking candy. Swallowing movements neutralize ear pain.
Spare clothing
Anything can happen during the flight: a child can splash water, get dirty with food, he / she will feel sick, so take extra clothes for the child and yourself, a few diapers, a lot of wet wipes, disposable handkerchiefs, a bag for dirty things. It can be chilly on the plane, so put warm socks in your carry-on baggage and tie a stole over you to cover your child if necessary. A light summer hat that covers the ears or a jacket with a hood will also come in handy.
Nasal drops
Airplanes have dry, conditioned air, which can dry out mucous membranes and cause a runny nose, and viruses and bacteria rapidly multiply in it, so smear your nose with oxolinic ointment and use seawater-based drops to moisturize the mucous membranes. You can also take vasoconstrictor drops. They will help with the onset of a cold, and when the ears are blocked.
Food
For a light snack, take dryers, individually wrapped muffins, juices, mashed potatoes. Baby food can be brought on board the aircraft in the required amount. If you take the mixture, it is better to pour the required amount into a jar in advance and ask the flight attendants for warm water on the plane.
Entertainment
In order to keep your child busy during the flight, take new books, coloring books, stickers and a notebook, felt-tip pens, and a magnetic board. Many airlines issue kits for children, which already include drawing supplies. Finger theater takes up little space. For a long time, a child can take a tablet on which you can download new games, cartoons, children's songs in advance.
If you have a long flight ahead of you, it makes sense to consider purchasing a special neck support for older children. If your baby falls asleep with a toy, take it with you.
Additionally
If the child walks on the potty, then you can buy a folding one, it takes up little space, quickly unfolds, transforms into an adapter for a toilet seat.
You can take a cane stroller with you, it will make it easier to move around the airport. It can be used up to the plane ladder and then handed over to the flight attendants. When you land, you will be given a stroller.
