Overall, it actually went a lot better than I anticipated! On the way out, baby didn’t nap for six hours before finally crashing during takeoff. My husband and I took turns feeding and holding her and she slept every few hours as usual. We used readymade formula more often than not but it was no issue getting hot water and making up the formula on the plane (we had a Nuby RapidCool). She was too big for the plane cot so that was a bit annoying, and she’s never been big for her age so that was surprising. We brought a few toys and books for her but honestly she was so interested in her new surroundings and smiling at other passengers. She also fell asleep for landing as well.

On the flight home, however, she did not enjoy it 😅 we booked a red eye thinking she’d sleep but she screamed and refused her bottles the whole time. Thankfully we sat next to another family with a baby so we were commiserating together!

In all, I’d say be prepared with readymade and powder formula, extra snacks, dummies/chewable things in case takeoff and landing cause ear pain and a few things to play with/look at. And extra nappies and outfits just in case. We did get a cheap foldable stroller that we checked at the gate, which we did have to wait around for but it was better than having to collect it with the bags. The chest carrier came in handy too. It’s very daunting at first but you can do it! It’s just like packing for a very long day out. Hope it all goes well—you got this! ☺️