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world3h ago
I flew overseas with my baby for the first time. Knowing airline rules was key.
- A first international trip with a nine-month-old on Delta required meticulous planning and careful seat management.
- Staff moved travelers to bulkhead seats to gain extra space when a bassinet wasn’t available.
- TSA PreCheck significantly eased security, allowing parents to keep up with gear and bottles.
- Security lines and passport control on the return were longer, testing the family's preparation.
- Airline staff offered upgrades and dedicated seating to ease the journey for the infant.
- The author emphasizes low expectations and studying airline rules to stay sane abroad.
- Infant in arms designation required separate arrangements and a small fare for international travel.
- The family prepared hours ahead by weighing and rearranging bags to stay within weight limits.
- The trip culminated in a positive outlook on future travel despite challenges.
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