Do babies get jet lag? How can I avoid it?

It is actually possible to fly with your baby any time after their birth. But it is important to prevent your child from suffering from a jet lag after a trip so you have to take precautionary measures to avoid this. Before your trip, you may visit a physician and ask for advice on how you can prevent your child from suffering from a jet lag. There are certain things that you should always bear that in mind.

When scheduling a trip, make sure to book your flight early so you can choose your seat. This is for you to be able to choose a seat where you and your baby can rest peacefully and comfortably during your flight. Make sure to ask for a seat on the front part of the aeroplane, instead of seating behind where you can be placed near the engine.

Do not forget to feed your baby before boarding the aeroplane as this can help you prevent him from suffering from ear pain when you are flying. Make sure to feed him before taking off and right after you have landed. You can also give your baby something to suck on so that he can be distracted from the noise of the plane while you are taking off. If you notice that your baby is disturbed or is uneasy after your take off, you can try to walk with him in the aisle for sometime until you feel that he is already at ease.

More questions

When can I travel or fly with my baby?

The best time for you to travel with your baby depends on his condition, your condition and the weather.

What's the best way to cope with a sick child on a trip?

When you are travelling with your baby and she gets sick, the best thing you can do is to use the same judgement as how you do it at home.

What's the best way to carry a small child when we're travelling?

The best method for carrying depends on the circumstances of your journey, and on the age and weight of your child.

What is the best way to baby-proof a hotel room?

Here are the top three ways on how to make sure your hotel room is safe for your baby:

What should I do if the local culture discourages breastfeeding?

When you are travelling to other countries or to a place where there is a different culture, you have to make sure that you can respect it, as sometimes you mind find yourself in trouble if you do not.

What should I do if my child cries during a flight?

Going on a plane trip with your baby or your toddler can be very challenging so you have to prepare yourself for this.

Is there a best time of day to travel with a baby or toddler?

Scheduling a flight with your baby or your toddler may depend on her best and worst time of day.

Is it safe to sedate my baby for travel?

Make sure to try as many other options as possible before trying a sedative on your child