These tips cover flying phobia’s, earning frequent flyer points for kids, flying when a child is ill or has a disability, unaccompanied minors and more.
Firstly, there are no restrictions on breastfeeding on an airplane. Feed however it makes you and baby comfortable. I have breastfed my youngest in the aisle seat and by the window several times, whereas my eldest was mostly bottle fed. One thing to be aware of, it may be logistically impossible to feed on take…
Whether you are flying for the first time with a baby, toddler or older child, or need to know what facilities an airport has for medical or convenience reasons, this Liverpool Airport Guide will help you prepare. Information will include (where relevant) tips and guides on: If you have a day to spend in Liverpool…
For some parents, it’s not so much a fear of flying with their child, but their own flying phobia which makes the thought of a family holiday abroad a very daunting prospect. As ex cabin crew, I’ve met a few petrified passengers, who have astounded me with their bravery for flying long haul when it…
Our quick reference table below shows the Best Family Friendly Airlines – in terms of the extra facilities and amenities they provide over other airlines. I’ve flown many different airlines and experienced exactly what they have to offer – but for others I’ve carefully researched. To be one of the top family airlines included in my guide,…
Frequent flyer programmes have been around for many years, and now gaining children’s loyalty is beginning to gather more momentum, with some airlines promoting this service amongst many other child friendly initiatives. We found it is a lot easier as an adult and in the USA to accumulate points but some airlines do help you…
Having a child feel is ill is hard at home and even more so if they start to feel ill during the journey and you now have to contend traveling with a sick child. Below are some tips about what you can do if your child feels sick before travelling, whilst travelling and when abroad…
After a long flight, the last thing I’ve felt like doing is searching for baby supplies. With some companies I’ve found, there is no need to worry about forgetting something or excess baggage, heavy bags etc. This is a list I would have liked oty have known about – recommendations by actual real parents, not adverts…
One of the first issues I had when visiting other countries with a baby currently on formula milk was if I could find that brand. It can be frustrating when your little one is very happy with a particular milk or food brand and then you are travelling but are unsure of what that country has….
After check in and passing through security (hopefully a family line), I always look for a play area in the airport. The kids can play, and us parents can sit or take turns heading to Duty Free. Not all airports have one, but if they do, it’s the perfect space for kids to have fun…