Should You Buy an Airplane Seat for Your Baby?
Travel with a baby brings a lot of questions you never considered before: How many diapers do I pack? Does my diaper bag count in my carry-on allowance (Good news: It does not!)? How do I fold up this stroller? Can I check my car seat for free (yes!)? And the most expensive one: Do I fly with my child in my lap or buy the baby a seat? There are definitely pros and cons of both, and I’m breaking it down for you here. Should you buy an airplane seat for your baby?
The Best Tips for Solo Parenting on Long-haul Flights
Every parent who travels gets to the end of the day and feels like they’ve wrestled an alligator while running a marathon. Solo parents feel that just a little bit extra, as you might imagine. However, traveling with kids is so important, at every age and every stage of their childhood, so you definitely want to do it. And you still want to travel, too, right? So much has been taken from you, you want to feel like you’re living again. But, how? How do you travel long-haul, with all the struggles, and not regret it in the moment? Well, here are some things that can help you. Here are the best tips for solo parenting on long-haul flights.
Tips for Flying in United Polaris with a Baby
In my daughter’s first year, she flew in Polaris Class eight times. The catch? She was in my or my late husband’s lap almost the whole time. That’s the beauty, and inconvenience, of flying with a lap child! But it was 100% worth it. She flew for a massive discount (international lap children still require a paid fare, which is up to the airline), and we got to travel internationally as a family in the most well-rested, well-fed, most comfortable way possible. Here are the best tips for flying in United Polaris class with a baby!
The Ultimate Tips to Fly with a Baby in the USA
Travel is never stress-free, but with a baby in tow, there are definitely extra layers of stress to work through–and I’ve been a professional traveler for nearly 20 years! But it’s not impossible, and it doesn’t even have to be overwhelming. Just take everything one step at a time, and keep reading. Here is your ultimate guide to fly with a baby within the USA!