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Is it safe to travel with a 2 month old baby for a two hour flight??
What if they don't want to drink milk during takeoff n landing??
Does this affect their ear??
Do help plz
And when to use a stroller for kids??
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Visit physically to nearby pediatrician.
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Flying with a healthy two-month-old on a two-hour flight is generally safe once cleared by a pediatrician.
Cabin pressure shifts during takeoff and landing can cause ear discomfort if the baby does not swallow.
If they refuse to drink milk, try offering a pacifier or letting them suck on a clean finger to relieve pressure.
A stroller can be used from birth if it has a bassinet attachment or a seat that reclines completely flat.
Standard upright stroller seats should only be used once the baby has strong head control, usually around six months.
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Dr. Himanshu Singh
Pediatrician
7 yrs exp
Bharatpur
Flight Safety: Yes, a 2-hour flight is generally safe for a healthy, full-term 2-month-old.
Ears & Feeding: If your baby won't drink milk during takeoff and landing, offer a pacifier, a clean finger to suck on, or let them cry—crying naturally equalizes ear pressure.
Stroller Use: Use only a stroller that reclines completely flat or attaches to an infant car seat until the baby can sit up independently around 6 months.
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
7 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
A two hour flight is usually fine for a healthy two month old once your paediatrician has cleared the usual newborn check-ups. The ear discomfort during takeoff and landing comes from pressure change. Offering a feed during climb and descent is what helps, not how much your baby actually drinks.
Next Steps
Put your baby to the breast, bottle or a pacifier as the plane climbs and again as it descends. Keep your baby upright and well hydrated through the flight. If a check-up or vaccination is due around the travel date, mention it to your paediatrician beforehand.
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Stroller choice and timing is best decided with your paediatrician, since it depends on your baby's growth. See a doctor the same day if your baby develops fever, breathing trouble, or refuses feeds completely.
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