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Hi again! We live in outback Queensland Australia so have to fly 3+ hours to get anywhere and it's always a juggle with little ones. I'd suggest trying to keep him up as long as you can before the flight and have a bottle or bf ready for take off and landing to help his ears cope with the pressure changes. This will then hopefully help him to drift off to sleep for at least some of the flight. Other than that, take some snacks for him, maybe a rusk to chew on (Is that what you call them over there?) and a couple of familiar toys or books. Maybe wear some interesting jewellery (bracelet, necklace, earings etc) that might keep him interested as he sits on your lap. I used to sing (quietly) a lot to my little girl on flights as that we her thing that she loved and was pacified by. Overall for travelling, I'd recommend not worrying about trying to keep your "routine" and just do what you need to do to keep him happy and for you both to enjoy and participate in your conference. Feed him when he's hungry or grizzly, and let him nap when he wants to. It may take a few days but he'll slip back into routine once you get back home. Sleeping in stroller and port-a-cot may be a bit hit and miss depending on how good your baby is at sleeping, but when he's tired enough he'll sleep. Just drape a cloth or something over stroller to darken it. If he takes a pacifier, take lots so you have plenty of spares on hand for when they inevitable get dropped onto floor. A plastic bag or something to then keep the clean and dirty ones separated in your handbag is also quite handy. I truly believe that if you and your husband are happy and relaxed while you're away, your baby will be also be happier and sleep better too. Just enjoy the break from the routine and worry about reinstating it when you get back home. Have fun at your conference!

Miriam

Post edited 4:17 am – May 10, 2010 by mlindberg
Post edited 4:18 am – May 10, 2010 by mlindberg