Gatwick airport and travel tips for solo with baby

There is a parent and kids security queue but last time I was there the queue was enormous! You can pay a bit extra for the fast track queue which was really quick. If you are paying for airport parking you can get it discounted too.

I know lots of people say to get on last with a baby but if you are taking the buggy on the plane with you and want to guarantee getting it on I would recommend boarding earlier.

And snacks…melty sticks are a godsend!

I always board first. You’ve got time to get your seat, put baby down, get your pram and bag stowed, put essentials in the seat back and just sit and relax before you are being shoved along the aisle by the impatient crowd.

Tbh there’s not much selection at the boots in Gatwick or Heathrow. Just a thin shelf in the corner. Take it with you tbh to avoid disappointment. Hang the baby bag on the pram, let security know it’s full of baby supplies and go with the flow. I went solo through Heathrow on Thursday with a baby and a toddler and the security staff really are nice and helpful to solo parents.

My boy didn’t have any toys on the plane, slept 6 straight hours wrapped in his blanket from home on my lap. The planes are white noise machines and knock them out at this age tbh.

Pack calpol satchets! Amazing for mid air pressure niggles, teething, keeping them comfortable (flight attendant trick). Don’t use boiling water from onboard, take your own in a flask.

Thank you so much, I can’t tell you how helpful all that is. I’m stressed 😅 you’ve made it logical in my mind x