How to hold baby during takeoff and landing

How to hold baby during takeoff and landing

During takeoff and landing, it’s important to hold your baby in a way that will help them equalize the pressure in their ears. 

This can help prevent ear discomfort and reduce the risk of ear infection. 

Here are some tips for holding your baby during takeoff and landing:

1. Breastfeed or give your baby a bottle: This will help them swallow and create more pressure in their ears, which can help equalize the pressure.

2. Hold your baby upright: This position will allow gravity to help equalize the pressure in their ears. You can hold them on your lap facing forward, or you can hold them in a seated position on your lap facing towards you.

3. Use a pacifier: Sucking on a pacifier can help your baby create more pressure in their ears, which can help equalize the pressure.

4. Use a nasal aspirator: If your baby is congested, using a nasal aspirator to clear their nasal passages can help them breathe more easily and equalize the pressure in their ears.

5. Offer gum or hard candy: If your baby is old enough to safely chew gum or hard candy, this can also help them create more pressure in their ears and equalize the pressure.

It’s important to note that these techniques may not completely prevent ear discomfort during takeoff and landing, but they can help reduce the risk of ear infection and make the experience more comfortable for your baby.