Travel Tips for Travelling with Young Children
Parents travelling with young children should note the following:

• Children with pre-existing illnesses like febrile fits and asthma need to be well prior to travel. Have a checkup and parents must carry adequate medication.
• Prevent dehydration
• Bring adequate fluids, milk along
• Always ask from airline crews for water or juices for the child.
• Prevent ear pain
• Allow child to drink or suck on sweets or chew on gummies during take-off and landing
• Do not venture to places with extreme temperature, harsh environment or places with poor medical facilities.
• Bring along a good medical kit containing:
• Anti-fever medications (Panadol, Brufen) & thermometer
• Anti-histamine
• Diarrhoea medications
• Skin cream against insect bites and itch
• Medications for any pre-existing condition (e.g. asthma)
• Keep a close watch over your child to avoid accidents or falling into water.

Disclaimer: All information provided here serves as general information and does not constitute nor is to be construed as a personal medical advice. Please seek your personal medical consultant for any medical advice.