SECRETS to Flying With A 5 Month Old Baby

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0:00 Intro
0:56 Stroller & carseat preference
1:12 Hack to move it all
1:49 Carseat checking & cover
2:52 Going through security
3:21 Baby carrier suggestion
3:45 Find your gate early
4:07 What to wear
4:13 What to carry in your pockets
4:52 Gate check your stroller with bag
5:25 Prepping for takeoff
6:05 Carrier hack while seated
6:50 What to do about baby's ears popping
7:14 What I do for a living
7:43 Manage your mind & be calm
8:59 What to do right after landing
9:26 How to go to the bathroom w a baby
11:04 Does the carseat need a base?
12:00 Our destination hotel
12:29 Packing list
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[@ThePossibilityMom]

GRAB MY PACKING LIST: learn.thepossibilitymom.com/flyingwithababy

[@charnicquarimene8609]

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[@thedailywithbecky3673]

Love the video! Very helpful; however, I was really concerned seeing your credit card. I'd just like to offer a kind suggestion to buy a RFID sleeve for loose cards and passports in your jacket.

[@luzleal-esqueda5144]

Thank you! Love your traveling fashion! Your oldest so tall!

[@ThePossibilityMom]

I know! He towers over me now!

[@angelicanasol5901]

Thank you for sharing your travel experience with a baby. Your video was helpful and inspiring to a parent like me

[@ThePossibilityMom]

You are so welcome! I am glad you found some nuggets to help you out.

[@Jyasmmen]

This video should have more views. This is the best content I've watched on this topic so far.

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Thanks so much! Glad it was a help. What was most useful to you?

[@michelle76678]

Safe flight love you guys🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@vanessawhite200]

I’ve been watching videos all day today preparing for my trip and this is by far the best! Thank you so much you are a super mom!

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Yay! Thank you! Where are you flying to?

[@mansij1611]

Wow! I am so happy to have found this video! I am traveling in a week with my 6 month old ❤ Very excited yet slightly nervous! Your baby looks so calm and so do you. I do believe calm moms = calm babies! Thank you for all the helpful tips.

[@ThePossibilityMom]

I am so glad that it was a help! It’s true, keep calm and carry on and often the baby will follow! But if not, breathe deep, you still got this!

[@geovanaferreiraleite2398]

Thank you for sharing it

[@ThePossibilityMom]

My pleasure! How old is your little co-pilot?

[@anikamattison9277]

Lol I love your personality 😊 great tips !!!!!!!!!

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it and found something helpful!

[@aibao_eipariru_april]

I think this was the most helpful and realistic video I’ve been able to find, THANK YOU. and bonus for travelling alone because that’s what I’m doing 😅 but 16 hours. Wish me luck!

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Good luck! Let me know how you make out, and glad the video was a help!

[@arturomontano6212]

Momma is fine.......❤ N good job!

[@l.g4820]

Mother of 9 and so calm and happy. Wow, you are amazing. I'm expecting my 1st baby. You're very inspiring. Thank you for the tips.

[@ThePossibilityMom]

You are most welcome!

[@chualex5565]

thanks im about to fly with my 5-month-old baby along with my wife. i was anxious about how the babys gonna behave, your video helps to ease my mind a little.

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Oh I am so glad to hear that! You guys will be great, have fun with it and don’t worry.

[@angelakw1978]

Wow you are amazing! When I saw you crouch to bag the stroller and everything with baby in carrier - what a superwoman and Mum of 9! God bless you! I’m travelling 8hrs with 6 month old soon. Husband will be with me but thinking ahead about all the paraphernalia and tips during flight. Thank you Lisa

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Thank you so much! You’re so kind. Hope you’re travels were happy 😊

[@tyraw8124]

This was so helpful. I’ll be flying with my daughter @5 months and I pray that she is patient and calm throughout the process!! This video gave me a little more ease & hope 🙏🏽

[@ThePossibilityMom]

I am so glad to hear! That was my hope for this video. Have fun and happy travels!

[@AnnaTravels]

Awesome tips. We are going to fly with baby for Christmas.

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Oh fun! Where are you flying to?

[@AnnaTravels]

@@ThePossibilityMom Miami to visit the in laws.

[@minlinglin7374]

Thank you for sharing, your video is so helpful for me, I will have a up coming domestic trip with my toddler and 5 months infant to Disneyland in LA. Is my first time it is a little challenge to me

[@ThePossibilityMom]

You will be great! I’m glad it was a help

[@mzsabby94]

I’m very happy I found you 🥰

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Welcome!

[@INHA472]

OMG- this video has saved my life 🥰 I will be travelling with my baby daughter to Italy next week when she will be 3.5 months old, I will come back here to tell you our experience, fingers crossed for both of us and thanks you ever so much for this video, you are a star ❤🎉

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Wow, thanks for the feedback! I am glad you found it so helpful and I look forward to hearing how it goes! Happy travels

[@charlesoto2]

How did it go? We are doing the same when he's 4 months.

[@ieweenbee543]

Me too! Will be travelling 20 hrs next month with a 4 month old baby

[@Asma-dg7xt]

God bless u ♥️♥️

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Thank you! What resonated with you in the video?

[@happy88858]

Hi, I wonder if it’s possible or allowed to put the baby in the bassinet and go to the lavatory when travel alone? Or I just need to carry the baby(wake up baby)when I need to go? 😂

[@amandeepkaur7448]

Unfortunately I am travelling alone😢❤ wish me a good luck 🤞

[@Madisita]

If your carseat clicks in the stroller would you recommend just checking the carseat and stroller base at the gate? I worry they’re gonna manhandle my carseat more if I check it from the beginning.

[@us7059]

thank you for the video! I’m just wondering where disappeared stroller after you put it on the floor before entered to the plane?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

You’re welcome! They put it under the plane and then you pick it up in the same spot after landing. It’s called gate checking and you can do it for certain items like a stroller. Hope that helps!

[@sheanneguna8017]

I and my husband will be traveling with our 5month old daughter. I supposed to travel alone but he’s worried about me and my daughter. It’s a 9hr flight and I’m worried too.. especially the health of my Baby and her ears.. she has also stranger anxiety.. our flight will be on Friday.. so basically it’s tomorrow evening. Thank you for your tips and advice.. I really need this.. 🙏💕

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Good luck! You will get to your destination. Remember to breathe and try to enjoy the adventure.

[@NatStam1845]

Thanks for this great content. I had a few questions: 1. Is the car seat checked in as a seperate/ additional piece of luggage? 2. How big are the stroller bags? Provided you had one of those 3in1 strollers with the interchangeable car seat/ basinnet fittings and used the car seat attached to the stroller wheels, would the car seat and folded stroller frame easily fit into the stroller travel bag? Or would you need to buy both the stroller bag and the car seat bag seperate?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

You’re welcome! There is no charge for checking a car seat and you do it separately at the over size luggage counter (or just ask when you do your regular luggage what to do). The bag I had wouldn’t have fit both the car seat and stroller. But the bag for the car seat is free at the desk and I have in the past asked for an extra one of those for my stroller. Hope that helps!

[@NatStam1845]

@ThePossibilityMom super helpful thank you :)

[@Texanplanting85]

Ok my question for you is when you board the plane do the staff store your stroller on the plane or send it below..first time flying and I'm going to Mexico with a 9 yo and 1 yo

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Oh nice! Yes when you gate check it they put it below the plane, but as soon as you land it is the first thing they bring out (with wheel chairs etc) and you pick it up as you get off the plane.

[@makiva]

Hi, nice video you take the stroller with you at plane or ?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Glad you enjoyed it! Yes you can gate check it i e take it right up to where you board and then they put it under the plane

[@jamiedunn5941]

Hi, thank you for the video! I am wondering when you nurse during landing, is it at the start of descent? or closer to actual landing? also, how do you manage wake windows/naps during longer flights? We have a few flights coming up and our baby will be 5 months old.

[@ThePossibilityMom]

You’re welcome! I just nurse on demand to be honest and that includes the whole ascent and descent. If their ears bug them they will typically want to nurse for comfort and it helps!

[@Phoenix0630.]

Your baby is so cute! I am so worried about the flights with 10 months old baby next month. Can I bring any baby food(solid food) in the airplane?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Yes every airline I have travelled with allows you to bring food for the baby. They only have issue with bottle liquids, which you could still purchase after security

[@samanthaalex1553]

And again you are so amazing! you are very expert in traveling alone..have u tried traveling alone with the baby in a 10hrs flight..any tips?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Not quite that long alone, no, I've done longer hauls but I had my husband with me on those. On a 10-hour flight I would definitely tell a flight attendant that I am on my own so that they can seat me next to an empty seat if there are any (to put the baby down), and check in on me periodically. Happy travels!!

[@samanthaalex1553]

@@ThePossibilityMom but lately i think flights is fully booked🤦🏻‍♀️ these past few days I couldn’t sleep thinking what to do for this upcoming flight, 8days from now🤦🏻‍♀️Im getting insane 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@TienPham-md1el]

@@samanthaalex1553 Can you update on how it went? I’ll travel on a long flight soon. Any tips?

[@thesethirties7722]

So helpful! Taking a long flight with spouse and baby. We were thinking of buying three seats but now I am wondering if I should bring the car seat on the plane. Should we gate check the car seat or is the car seat necessary for a longer flight ? Would you recommend seat for baby for a longer flight ?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Glad it was helpful! Personally I have never opted for the extra seat. Most times I’ve flown I’ve been able to get reseated next to an empty seat if there is one (I ask the flight attendants and they help out), but it’s not a sure thing and you may have the baby on your lap or in the carrier for whole flight. But then again, with your spouse, you can take turns. For me it was a cost consideration thing but nothing wrong with booking the extra seat if it will bring you comfort.

[@thesethirties7722]

@@ThePossibilityMom thanks for the insight! Certainly a lot to consider but these are some great point. And yes alone versus with a significant other definitely make a difference. Thanks !

[@smclarenhall]

What positions do you use to nurse in your seat? I struggled having baby’s legs reaching across the seat next to me

[@ThePossibilityMom]

I just kind of try to tuck them in with the carrier, at 5 months or even 9 months that has worked but as they get bigger it would be more challenging.

[@ANAN-wp7zs]

Hi thanks for your video. I will be on a 4 hr connecting flight + 7 hr flight to Toronto with my 6 month old in 3 weeks. He is completely healthy but I am anxious about him getting sick on the plane eg. ear pain or fever, maybe I'm overthinking it. I will be wearing a mask but obviously he can't but I am also anxious about him catching a virus on the plane or in the airports. Do you have any tips or anything from your experience ?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Those air filters are apparently quite effective. I would try as much as you can not to stress it. If and when he catches a virus, it doesn’t mean you did anything wrong.

[@jackysoto1340]

Hi Lisa , thank you for your video . I don’t breastfeed my baby she drinks formula , do you know any regulations in airport for liquid or powder formula ?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

I don’t, but my experience and what I’ve heard from others is that they are very accommodating of baby needs. I might bring formula in powder form and then add water after going through security. Or bring liquid formula in smaller proportions than what the airport allows (which varies by country by the way!)

[@AgnieskaVa]

I found this helpful and God bless you . I am very nervous because my daughter is 4 months old and she is a very fussy baby. She didn’t like to be staying in one place . She just like to be in a stroller but to sit in my lap or use a carrier will bother her . Do you have that any issue with one your kids when they are fussy? I’m impressed how your baby is very calm because you are even more calmer. Also, second question do you need to bring any document for the baby ? Passport? Birth certificate? God bless . Jesus loves you.

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Thank you for the kind comment and blessing! Definitely you need to bring ID for the baby if flying international then you need a passport. If flying alone internationally with the baby I would bring a letter from your husband stating that he knows you are traveling with the baby. I’ve never been asked for it but heard it is a good idea. Yes, our son John (all big now) was very fussy on a 3 length flight when he was small. It was hard, but we survived. Try as best as possible to breathe, stay calm and don’t match the baby’s intensity. It will pass. And distract with food etc. hopefully the baby will sleep for portions of the flight. You can do it!

[@AgnieskaVa]

Thank you for answering back even when you travel in state? With the ID and passport ?

[@caroolguerrero7872]

Hi! Did you fly domestic? Or do you know if car seat and stroller are free on airplane?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

To check as luggage yes, but not to bring on the plane as a car seat

[@user-dn2oj8gr4c]

Baby boy

[@Madisita]

And if you travel with the carseat base, do you just click it on to the seat or have to pack it in yoir bag?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

I don’t travel with a base

[@thegfamily793]

Does anyone know if I can gate check my stroller and car seat? Or is it just one that I can gate check.

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Personally I would call the airline on that question. I’ve never tried it.

[@namasayahassan]

Hi ! Would like to ask is the flight pressure aill make the baby cries ? Coz even we as an adult we can feel the pressure at out ear but how babies thanks !!

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Definitely they feel it too. For me, I nurse the baby when ascending or descending in order to let him alleviate it. A pacifier or bottle would have the same effect.

[@manasiagrawal1322]

​@ThePossibilityMom do you time babies feeds to ensure being hungry at take off and landing? My baby pushes the bottle away if not hungry 😢

[@MDofia]

Any stroller is fine during gate? Or is there specific stroller that is acceptable ?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

My understanding is that you can check any foldable stroller at the gate but I would check on your airline's website if you want to be sure.

[@ollerballer]

was your carseat okay just putting it in that thin bag? should i get a padded zipper bag instead?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

It came out fine for me. I don’t know if padding would have had that much an impact

[@evelynmoreno9399]

Hi I am travelling alone with my 4m old baby on a 15h flight so she can meet her grandparents. Quick question. What is your best advice for security ? No option for the baby to go through security in her stroller? Thanks

[@ThePossibilityMom]

I have a daughter named Evelyn! But to your question, i take the stroller to security and have experienced two things: normally they have you fold it and put in on the belt to be scanned, but I’ve also experienced them just have me walk through the metal detector with it. So just be aware that they may ask you do to either and relax, take your time, and ask for help if you need it. You will get through it!

[@nochannel8979]

Hey thanks for uploading this video, i am travelling with my baby day after tomorrow, she is 7 n half month old Do you think i should continue with my window seat or move to aisle I have to change two flights One flight is 2hr 30 mins and second is 1 hr

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Luckily those are pretty short flights, I guess I might play it by ear and I always ask a flight attendant if the flight is full and if it’s possible to have an empty seat beside. They have always been helpful and accommodating with me. Also if you find the baby is fussy you can ask the person beside if they want to switch (most would prefer a window rather than have you crawling past them).

[@kyniarichardson2823]

does baby have to have ear muffs or anything? we fly to cali friday our first time she’s 6 months

[@ThePossibilityMom]

No, I’ve never used those, except at a musical performance when my baby was tiny. It’s not that kind of loud on the plane. Happy travels!

[@07KinY]

My 5 month old’s head is not as strong as your baby. I wish I could put him in a stroller and check the car seat

[@charlesoto2]

There are car seats that can be attached to a stroller, so you don't need to separate things.

[@alagusundari1538]

Baby stroller and car seat is free to travel in flight?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Yes that’s right

[@khanania2543]

I will travel aline with 2 babies... 1 is 2 years old and other is 2 months old... any guidelines?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Don’t be afraid to ask for help! And try to collect funny stories from any challenging or frustrating moments 😄

[@jden3668]

Do we have to pay for infant plane ticket?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

If you don't get a seat for the baby then you just have to pay tax. You do have to notify the airline that you are travelling with an infant and they need a boarding pass.

[@Maman467]

Hi, Quick question 🙋🏻‍♀️ did you submit to them any letter from your husband to travel with the baby????

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Not for this flight because it was domestic. When I fly internationally then I do bring a letter from my husband (with his contact info) stating that he is aware I am traveling with the baby. But no one has ever asked for it to my recollection, however is still bring it anyways.

[@LuciaVietNamSlovakia]

​@@ThePossibilityMomHello, thank you for sharing the video is very useful. In what language did you bring your husband's letter? English or the language of the baby's nationality? Or translate into the language of the place you are going? And does that letter have to be notarized? Thank you !

[@LuciaVietNamSlovakia]

​@@ThePossibilityMomHello, I don't speak English well so I only watched the video through pictures and didn't understand all the words you shared in the video, so can you tell me if baby strollers and car seats can be carried on the machine? fly or do I have to check in, do I have to pay an extra fee or is it free? Thank you.

[@egerze3523]

If flying alone, can the flight attendants help watch the baby if they are sleeping and you need to use the bathroom?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

I don’t know if they will or not, it probably depends on the person. I keep them strapped to me when I go to the bathroom. Maybe TMI but it works!

[@ligiarusu1627]

What do I do if my baby HATES the baby carrier?😭😭😭😭😭.. Everything here seems achievable but I am stuck on what will I do in 1 mo time when I need to fly 21hr with my 4mo old who refuses to sit in the baby carrier😭

[@ThePossibilityMom]

I would practice with the baby in the carrier in the interim. Every baby is different but maybe he or she can get a bit more comfortable and even nap in it with practice

[@jasmindasrat2756]

What soft carrier did you use?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

I put all the items in the description, here is the link but it looks like it is sold out at the moment! www.maisonette.com/product/baby-carrier-mini-in-beige-leopard?irclickid=0TbWxdQjIxyNR9L2odz-41r2UkAROdx3XTfg3Q0&Affiliate&LTK&Online%20Tracking%20Link&irgwc=1

[@lovelyjess1605]

How was your baby on the plane ? Did their ears bother them ?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Wasn't a problem but I nursed him on ascent and decent so that they wouldn't bother him.

[@hannahhohlfeld2667]

Do you have nine kids yes or no

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Yes ma'am I do

[@NATTYWORLDSTUDIOS]

What if they don’t want to nurse?

[@ThePossibilityMom]

I don't know, for me they've always nursed! Maybe as a comfort mechanism.

[@kendlycao612]

Thank you for these useful tips 😍 Can I ask which baby carrier do you prefer, this one or the Manduca, the one you used in the previous video 4 years ago? Which one easier to access and put on? Thank you 🫶🫶🌟🌟

[@ThePossibilityMom]

Sorry for the late reply but I like the one I have now! I liked the previous one as well but this one is serving me well.