When my son was 5mths, we took at 15hr flight to Toronto. You can read about our experience here
http://milkmonsterlaughs.blogspot.com/2007/08/tammy-this-post-is-for-you-have-great_08.html
(MM= milkmonster)
# Pack 2 extra sets of clothes, bibs, socks, etc. – more if your MM is a super pooper
# Layer clothing as the temperature can fluctuate (hot and stuffy while taxiing and freezing when flying)
# Bring a blanket to line the bassinet before you put your MM in there, I bring the flat sheet that comes along with the cot set because it’s light but big so it’s more functional. I don’t think they clean the bassinet because flying back to HK from Toronto, it looked like it had been puked on If your MM is OK being on his or her tummy then I would recommend you do that during the flight as the people walking back-and-forth, carts, etc. kept startling our MM. I also bring a blanket to cover MM.
# For MMs under 6mths I think its ok not to bring toys on the plane, for all the trips we’ve been on I have always brought toys but never used them. I do recommend bringing a pacifier and a few back ups (just in case they fall on the floor – the water in the washroom is not safe for consumption) to settle MM because traveling can be a stressful experience. For those parents opting not to use a pacifier, we only ever offer our MM the pacifier when we’re traveling and do not use it on a regular basis. It is very helpful when you’re lining up, the fasten-seat belt sign is on, you’re in-line for the washroom, or you just need to stall a few extra minutes.
# Plastic bag for used bottles and one for soiled clothes
Happy travels!!
