With the right preparation, international trips with babies are possible and even fun | Fox Sports 1450 WVAX-AM 102.9FM

Traveling with babies and toddlers can feel daunting for parents, but a new guide highlights practical ways to make international trips safer and more manageable. Pediatrician Dr. Shannon Thompson, of Cleveland Clinic Children’s, stresses enjoying the trip while prioritizing safety. Before booking, the advice is to look for amenities like cribs and high chairs, and to plan for baby-proofing such as baby gates near stairs, balconies, or pools. For flight safety, the Federal Aviation Administration recommends children under two be secured in their own certified safety seat rather than held in a parent’s lap, and airlines may provide bassinets for long-haul routes. The article also notes that breast milk, formula, and puree pouches are treated as medically necessary liquids by the TSA, avoiding the standard 3.4-ounce limit.