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Q: Are cloth or disposable diapers best during travel?
Q: At what age is it safe for my baby to fly?
A: Ideally, your baby should be at least 2 to 3 months old before he flies. This will give his immune system a chance to grow more
Q: Can I bring a small child on a cruise?
A: Yes, cruises are generally a great way for parents and young kids to vacation, although some cruise lines are friendlier than more
Q: Can I buy disposable diapers overseas?
Q: Can I rent travel gear, like strollers, car seats, and portable cribs?
A: Yes. If you're traveling with your young child and don't want to carry along a stroller, car seat, portable crib, or other more
Q: Do babies get jet lag? How can I avoid it?
A: Babies and young children suffer from jet lag just as adults do. Traveling across time zones disrupts your sleeping, waking, more
Q: Do babies need vaccines for overseas travel?
A: Yes, babies should be vaccinated whenever possible against preventable childhood diseases before they travel abroad. Although more
Q: Does baby formula have to be warmed up?
A: No. There's no medical reason to warm up formula . Your baby may prefer it warm, at room temperature, or even chilled, and more
Q: Does my baby need a passport?
A: Yes. Every U.S. citizen — including infants — needs a valid passport to enter and leave most foreign countries. more
Q: How can I find family-friendly accommodations?
A: Start by getting recommendations from parents you know who've traveled with young children. Check brochures and Web sites for more
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