Flying with small children can be a bit of an endurance test, but don’t let it put you off travelling – it’s always worth it! Here are a few tips that might help: Before you go If your child has not flown before, use role play to help them understand what will happen. For example, they might be upset at seeing their suitcases taken away, or be anxious about walking through a metal detector. There are plenty of books aimed at young children flying for the first time. When booking, think about timing flights around naptime to encourage sleep on...

When you have your first baby, it can be overwhelming. The challenge of doing the same things you did only a few months ago but with a baby in tow can seem insurmountable. It is important that you don’t become a hermit and that you get out as much as possible. It’s beneficial for both you and baby, who will appreciate the fresh air and stimulation. For those with older children too, it’s imperative to get out and about to stop everyone going stir crazy in those first few weeks. If leaving the house to go somewhere feels like a...