We're off on a long haul on 16 March, travelling with our 11 month old daughter for the first time. We'd originally planned to leave it till the end of the year, but were made a fare offer we couldn't refuse
So...apart from "leave her at home" does anyone have any tips for lessening the pain? I know how annoying "other peoples'" kids/babies can be, but the shoe's on the other foot now!
We plan to try and keep her occupied during climb/descent and if possible, give her a drink to help with the ears, but other than that, just "normal" playing and attention...
No way we'll be trying to sedate her, but will try to follow the established eat/drink/sleep routine. The biggest concern is about body clocks and jet lag...does it affect babies as with adults, or do their frequent sleeps avoid it? We're only there for a week.
It's a trip we're looking forward to but not. Everything crossable is!
Cheers.