✈️ Before You Go

• Plan Around Baby’s Schedule: Try to book flights or drive during nap times or when your baby is generally more chill.

• Check Airline Policies: Different airlines have different rules about lap infants, stroller checks, bassinets, etc. Check out if you can buy a seat for your infant (Under 2)

• Accommodation: Look for baby-friendly places (cots, kitchenettes, laundry facilities). Airbnb and family suites at hotels can be lifesavers.

 

🧳 Packing Essentials

• A good changing bag: Nothing worse than rummaging trying to find the nappy cream, invest in a good changing bag to make searching effortless.

• Nappies & Wipes: Pack more than you think you’ll need for the travel day. But don’t forget you can buy where ever you go.

• Change of Clothes: For baby and you

• Snacks & Formula/Breastfeeding Supplies: Airlines allows you to bring formula, milk, or baby food in reasonable amounts—even if over 100ml.

• Toys or Comfort Items: Something familiar to soothe them. Amazon selling some great spinning toys with suction to attach to the window or table tray.

• Baby Carrier: Think hands free on the flight, also keeps tiny babies close and comforted.

• Lightweight Stroller: If you bring one, choose something compact that you can fold with one hand if you’re on your own and can fit in the overhead locker.

• Sun Shade for the Pram/Stroller: Make sure you buy a reputable sunshade that will keep your baby cool. Don’t cover your baby in a blanket to prevent them overheating.

 

🛫 At the Airport / In Transit

• Feed During Takeoff/Landing: Let them feed as you take off it helps with ear pressure or even a dummy can offer some comfort and relief.

• Use a Baby Carrier Through Security: Airports lets you wear baby through metal detectors, they may swab your hands after but generally there’s no fuss.

• Board Early: Most airlines allow families to pre-board. Take advantage of that time to get settled but if you have a toddler I always tell families with designated seats not to board till that last moment let them burn off that energy before boarding.

 

🌍 At Your Destination

• Baby-Proof the Room: Scan for sharp corners, cords, or reachable objects.

• Stick to Routine (as best you can): Familiar bedtime routines help babies settle in unfamiliar places.

• Know Where Help Is: Locate the nearest accident and emergency and a local pharmacy—just in case.

 

🌞 Extra Tips

•  Stay Flexible: Babies can be unpredictable. Be ready to pivot plans.

• Take Breaks Often: Whether it’s a long walk or just time in the shade, downtime keeps everyone sane.

• Travel Insurance: Don’t chance leaving the UK without it. It’s not worth the stress.

• Take an inflatable padding pool: Lots of hotels don’t have baths but a small paddling pool in the shower can take the stress out of washing a toddler

 

👜Changing bag	👶🤱Carrier
Finnson	CariFit
The Innes Holdall Changing Bag is the ideal companion for your daily adventures. It is the perfect medium sized changing bag. It’s lightweight, unisex, and versatile. Designed for everyday use, offering durability, ample storage, and functionality for both you and your baby. The zip base compartment provides a waterproof lined section  perfect for wet, soiled clothing or swimwear or for separate organisation.	The only babywearing option with truly adaptive sizing. An upgrade of our original, game-changing baby carrier with adaptive sizing for easier fitting and adjustment, our signature best-in-class design, plus unparalleled safety and security.

 

🚶‍♀️Stroller	🌞🛡️Sun Shade
Joolz Aer+	SnoozeShade Plus Deluxe
Designed to make traveling with your little one as smooth and comfortable as possible, the Aer+ provides even more features than its predecessor. Weighing only 6kg and airplane compatible, the Aer+ is the ultra-compact travel companion for all your adventures.	Designed for once your little one is sitting in the stroller seat (anywhere from 6m+). At nearly 3 times the size of an Original, it safely shades longer toddler legs and boasts additional functionality suited to children who want to see out when awake.

 

If you’re looking to stock up on some of these baby travel essentials, don’t miss The Baby Show at the NEC Birmingham from 9–11 May. It’s the perfect place to see products in person, chat with experts, and grab some great deals on trusted brands like Finnson, CariFit, Joolz, and SnoozeShade. Whether you're gearing up for your first family trip or just need a few travel upgrades, it’s a great one-stop shop to get prepped and feel confident hitting the road (or skies!) with your little one.