Me too! I have a 20 month old and we just got home from a visit to family, and she’s really good on the plane. But those occasional moments when she’s talking kind of loud I remind myself of this, I think; “I don’t mind when other mama’s babies cry, so people probably don’t think it’s as big of a deal when my daughter is loud as I think.”
Exactly u can't help with infants crying. But parents who let their 2+ year Olds howl like it's the end of the world, without batting an eyelash at them, need to have some consideration for others. I was on a 9 hour flight with a 6 year old who howled for the most part of the flight to have her way with her parents. It was an overnight flight, I had to work right after and had barely gotten any sleep and the kid who very well knew she was inconveniencing everyone on the flight. The parents were to blame as they just sat through the flight without saying a word to ask her to shut up. It was a terrible flight.
I agree! I always admire seeing parents with their children on a flight. I’m not a parent but I understand how stressful it is because they don’t want to bug anyone. It’s not bothersome to me ever! Babies cry sometimes, be graceful and get over it people!
My best advice (3 kids in) is don’t hold too tightly to the schedule during the flight, follow baby’s lead - with my first I was soooo stressed bc he would get off schedule and I would feel like “everything is ruined, nothing will go well now.” When really he would feel my stress and that would set him off way more than the schedule. With my 3rd kid we just lose expectations during travel, she sleeps when she sleeps and wakes when she wakes, and we just adjust as needed the next day. Then I’m not stressed, and she’s not stressed, we just go with the flow! Also with the milk supply thing, that’s what happened to me when I was pregnant! I had no idea why it seemed like I was producing so little, but it turned out pregnancy lol I wish you the best, will pray your next travels go much better!
My husband and I don’t have kids yet, but I’m so grateful to watch yours and Gabe’s journey with Makaiah and becoming parents. I feel less nervous about what that may look like if the time comes for us to have little ones. ❤️ Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing the good and the difficult with us.
We recently flew from New Zealand to Germany with our 8 month old, and the best thing we did was book a baby bassinet for her, which I would highly recommend. We also brought a big dark cloth to hang over the bassinet, so it would be really dark and cozy for her and we tried to do the same bedtime routine with her on the flight as we would do at home (sang her song, put her in her PJs that smelled like home). We also brought a "water spray" to spray over her bassinet a couple of times during the flight because the air was super super dry and we had a lot of formula with us. The flight went really well and I'm sure your baby will be fine as well! It's also important that you as the parents are relaxed because the baby can sense how we are feeling :) good luck and don't worry too much, it'll be fine!
I love how you and Gabe are growing up as parents, it feels like yesterday you guys were engaged🥹 and it’s also amazing how Mikaiah is growing up so fast, time passes by in a blink of an eye
Started tearing up with you when you talked about the anxiety you felt on the flight. Had a similar experience on a road trip with our baby girl so I feel you completely! Can’t imagine being trapped on a plane knowing she’s probably hungry and not being able to do anything about it for hours! 😭
What a crazy experience. Thank you for sharing. As a bystander I always feels so bad for the families that have a crying baby. All I do is hope that the baby can eventually get comfortable enough to fall asleep. Such sweet clips of Gabriel. He’s such a great dad. Hope your next trip goes a little smoother. Everything happens for a reason. 💖
I'm not married and don't have any kids or anything, but I really felt for you, Jess, when you talked about having anxiety during the flight. That sounds super stressful, but you and Gabe are honestly such amazing parents. I'm sure you'll be able to work through things and will have an amazing flight to Australia. Makaiah is so lucky to have you both ❤
Stress can lower your milk supply and prevent it from letting down! The same thing happened to me on a flight with my baby the same age. It was horrible and I cried. Definitely feel for you girl! We’ve had successful flights since then so don’t worry! I pray your flight to Australia is much better! 🙏❤️
It’s so encouraging to other new moms to know that other moms struggle too. Thanks for showing that. We usually only see the hood on social media. I feel so much empathy for you throughout this! Especially related to the schedule change and “feeling so bad” about it. Those are the things that keep me up at night crying. From guilt. Not every moment will be perfectly on schedule all the time, even though we want to be as considerate as possible to our babies ❤ You’re doing an amazing job.
aww Jess, your positive energy reflecting on the situation is really so inspiring. I'm not a mum but have seen lots of babies with headphones when they are on airplanes, maybe it will help with the announcement noise! i hope she is okay on the way to Australia, maybe this trip was gods way of helping to be better prepared for this long flight :) lots of love x
Thank you for being so honest and vulnerable about the struggles of motherhood 💜 I’m a new mum and often get the feeling that it’s harder than it’s supposed to be, as if I’m not doing enough or good enough. But it’s encouraging to be reminded that there are difficulties for every mum, at different points and in different ways. Also love hearing how Scripture encouraged you!
I honestly love how honest you were in this vlog. You didn’t sugarcoat it and you didn’t romanticise or make it look easy because you did struggle and travelling with a baby/child is hard no matter the age! I personally think you did exceptionally well carrying yourself through this with gratitude in your heart 🤍 I travelled with my 2 year old from Sydney to New York which was a 20hr flight and lemme just say, there were lots of tears from both of us 😂 but like some people have already said, don’t stress too much on staying on schedule and follow bub’s lead! They feel your worries and stress so try to take each hour as it comes and you should be fine 🥰🫶🏽 sending so much love to you & your adorable family, Jess! ✨
Oh Jess, I feel for you and the stress you were feeling on take off. I've been there. You are an amazing mama for how much you care about her. She is so lucky to have you! Formula will be so amazing to have for your flight, that is a really great idea. Having a show she likes on your phone also is a great distraction, you tried all the right things and your Aussie flight will be okay especially with mama, dad and god by her side
As a mom of 3 kids, I’ve totally been there. It feels like a rite of passage into parenthood to have a really rough experience traveling with your baby (and with adjusting sleep schedules). However, if it makes you feel better, it gets easier over time and with your other kids. My youngest is 10 months and I still get stressed, but it is so much easier now. It’s almost like because you’ve already been through the worst and survived, you know it’ll be okay. Even if it still feels scary to try again. I’m glad you’re flying with her again soon! Kids tend to get easier as they get used to new experiences, it just takes time. Unfortunately, I don’t think there is an easy way around it, you just have to go through it. You’re doing such a good job, you are a great mama! Also, we had a crying baby right next to us on our last flight and it didn’t bother us at all. I let also didn’t bother any one around us. That’s just how it goes!
You got this! Whenever I hear someone else’s baby cry on a plane, it genuinely doesn’t bother me. I feel bad for the parents because I know most of them feel pressure to not be bothersome to others. The truth is, babies will be babies 👶🏻 We can’t help what they do. Plus, you will never see these people on the flight again.
I’m so grateful to be on this journey because I’ve been watching for so many years and crazy, amazing things have happened!! I’m so happy for you jess!! much love 💗 xx
Your voice is so calming😭 I loveeee your vlogs so much! Makes me feel soo warm and cozy. They're filled with positivity. Also makaiah's cooing voice in between just gets me everytime🥺😭❤
I have done a 14-hour flight to Australia when my baby was 9 months, and again recently when we turned 18 months. My advice is to not stress about their routine on the flight...there are way too many distractions on the plane for them to stay on schedule (lights, buttons, sounds, people). Let them get to sleep when they are ready. I always found that when I forced it, he felt my stress and got stressed himself. Keep yourself as calm as possible and remember how worth it will be when you land and get to hug all of your favorite people in the world! Have an amazing trip x
It's so hard traveling with babies, to just go with the flow and not sticking to routine. You both did so well!! You handled everything as well as you could
Hey Jess! I love your videos... just wanted to say that I've flown with a baby back and forth multiple times a year on a 12 hour flight (my husband and I lived in Europe for 4 years before we moved back to the states) - sometimes it's hard, sometimes it's okay, but I think mentally preparing yourself that you're not going to have a lot of down time helps. There will be a lot of holding, playing, soothing, etc., but you can get through it! Formula on the flight definitely helps. I also bring extra pacifiers (they always fall on the floor) and baby snacks, and I bring infant motrin and tylenol in case their ears hurt. Hope your next flight is easier!
it was interesting watching this because i struggle with the same type of anxiety (what you were explaining as far as symptoms) and for some reason, i just thought when im a mom & have a baby life will be perfect & i won't have panic attacks anymore. it was almost comforting in a way to hear you talking about struggling with anxiety while having your baby, because now i know if i have a panic attack when im in that season, im not alone and it's not like something is wildly wrong with me. i also am so glad i realized this now instead of then! we have Jesus to rely on in every season, whether the highest of highs or the lowest of lows. thank you so much for being so vulnerable and sharing this side of your life. love you Jess 🤍
Awwww I teared up listening to all the concerns you had about her routine, how little sleep she was getting during the day, your milk supply, the bumping vs nursing and formula delimma... THAT IS A LOT OF WORRYING to live with in a short amount of time! Not to mention feeling guilty and sad on top of the problem solving you were trying to apply to every situation! HONEY! May God bless you and strengthen you. You did an amazing job with what you had, not to mention the flight delays left and right which pissed me off a ton on your behalf because OH MY GOD I can relate to everything you felt and experienced including the external changes of plans. Beautiful Jess you are an amazing mom. God bless you. Hope you're back on routine and that your milk supply restabilized. Oh by the way, night nursing is the best remedy for low milk supply ... especially that dream feed at 10 pm if I remember correctly. If she's sleeping well through the night, that's probably why your milk supply is decreasing. Also, the more she nurses on the breast, the better it is for sending signals to your body to produce more milk. As for some tips on overseas flights, have lots of snacks she can munch on when she's getting bored and loud. Get a blackout cover which you could put over her car seat AND a mini fan so she's doesn't overheat while covered (place it safely at a distance from her somehow underneath the cover) and with some caresses like you did, she will hopeful fall asleep much more easily on any flight ❤
My husband and I moved to Hawaii from North Carolina while our daughter was 17 months. She still nurses so I can relate. Depending on when you fly if you still have frozen milk some airlines will actually let you bring that along with you. If you just keep it in a cooler back pack type carrier or a milk carrier. You can count that as either Makaiah’s carry on or yours. That way you have enough milk to help keep her comfy and full if you aren’t ready to introduce formula. That was a life saver for our very long day of travel. Praying for your travels back home! You are doing great, motherhood is full of joy but also a hard times but the joy outweighs those. Thank you for being a light💞
If you have an extra seat for her, you can buy those blow up things that make the entire seat and where leg area would be INTO a bed which she can use and be more comfortable in, maybe bring a dock a tot thing to go on top too. I precord shows like "miss rachel" and "blippi" on my phone to show my daughter. Although she was 2 months old when we flew to Germany however she was A VERY COLICKY newborn. Always having a bottle ready is key. Lots of snacks! and some of her favorite toys.
I remember when my aunt was leaving to fly back to the States with my 7 month (or thereabouts) cousin - a five-hour flight. I remember when she asked if any of us wanted to come with her and I thought she was joking. But her facial expression said it all. Now, after watching this video, I am more knowledgeable and understanding towards parents with babies on flights. Thanks for sharing Jess! I am sorry for the anxiety attack but I am hopeful and prayerful. Your next trip will be better!
I personally haven't flown internationally with a baby but my friend has and said that changing the baby's sleep schedule for the International time zone saved her so much. She also has teethers for the Bub to chew on why flying xx
My heart goes out to you momma. When our babies cry and are stressed or hungry it is seriously so hard. And when we don’t have our normal “mom tool box” it gets really stressful. All I can say is that I have always found my milk supply to be hugely dependent on my stress level or lack thereof. Traveling on a plane, often dehydrated, and then super stressed would definitely make it hard to supply my babe. I say this because when I’m aware of my stress and how it affects my milk supply im better able to calm myself in the situation and drink some water and have my milk letdown for the babe. This might not be your situation at all but when I was a first time mom I hadn’t heard of a strong stress/milk supply relationship talked about before and it really helped me once I knew how my body worked. Best of luck on your future travels.
I traveled from Kenya to the US and back with my then 11/12 month old. Two 8hr flights back to back and a two hour flight. You have to let go of all expectations towards any type of schedule and then work on adjusting them when you get to your destination. On the flights, he slept when he wanted, watched shows (kind of not totally interested at that age) and played with toys. All rules go out the window haha you do what you need to to survive! One nap he fought a lot I had to put him in his baby carrier and walk/bounce him in the back of the plane. Most flight attendants are super helpful and understanding! I really felt like all of the people on the plane were kind and understanding as well.
My milk ran out after 3 months from postpartum anxiety and not eating. It’s hard when you get to the point of running out but it happens. A fed baby is always best. Your doing amazing as a mum. We all had those moments on planes and it’s totally normal. Not much you can do but comfort. Again doing great Jess ❤.
I love that from Philippians, I'm going through so much right now and praying is getting hard for me because there's so little joy for me right now. It's so hard to see joy in the midst of chaos but I'm so grateful God is helping me through this. Your videos uplift me so much Jess, thank you. 💛
Jess! I feel this. We traveled north for a week with a 3 month old and a 2 year old and wow 😳 the nap schedule being off was a bigger deal than I thought it would be. Just like you said, they’re happy babies so I thought it’d be okay. Our flights were at bedtime and we had tears from both kids. My husband and I took turns walking a kid in the aisle. We tried all the distractions- books, snacks, toys, screen time. Nothing helped perfectly! It’s hard! You just want your babies to be happy. You don’t want to disturb other passengers. Sometimes it’s embarrassing. And it’s DEFINITELY exhausting- mentally and physically. But it is what it is! You have no control over your baby or other people or delayed flights lol. We’re all just out here doing our best. You’re shepherding your child’s heart- at home on a routine or on a plane when she’s overtired. Leave the control to God! You’re doing amazing and I give you props for being intentional with far away family- that in itself is also hard. 😂❤
Oh Jess! So sorry you had a hard time on your first flight! I have a 3 month old baby and my husband and I travel lots already with him. Best advice I can give you is take a big breath and remember you're doing so great! 🥰 Practically, the formula will help you on these flights, also I'm not sure how much you do this, but wearing Makaiah might be quite helpful to help her keep her sleep time while you're at the airport. Once you need to get her in her car seat it might be easier to transfer her, since she's been close to you for a little while! Give it a try, and see if it works for you. Little sweet Makaiah will adapt ♥️ You and Gabe are doing so great by her. Just a learning curve for us mommas with our little ones. Sending you encouragement, and peace for your upcoming trip!
This video couldn't have come at a better time. About to travel with our 3 month old and I have been trying to explain to the husband that traveling with a baby (especially one thats breastfed) is going to be a whole new experience. Thank you because we will now make sure to pack some formula with us for the trip!
formula is definitely a better option when traveling because you will have to feed her less often. i learned this from experience after having 3 kids. I also make bottles with chamomile for bedtime because its a natural soothing herb and helps the babies calm down down.
You are a power couple because you are carried by Christ!! Although things don't always turn out our way, there is always so much to be grateful for and so much to look forward to.
Recommendation for Australian flight…ask for the seats with a bassinet. I recently watched a you tube channel that was able to get these seats by request. Game changer.
You've got this mama. I've not been on a flight with my kids (now 11 & 3) but I had the same thing when breastfeeding both of them, I only managed 3/4 months and felt my supply had dried up. As soon as they had formula, they were the happiest of babies. Fed is always best ❤
I have a 6mo and what helps me is to remind myself that when I'm away I'm not in routine either. I found if I was stressing about keeping bubs in routine I was spoiling the time I had with my family. Praying for your trip to Australia, she might be amazing you just never know but what ever it is God will be with you.
I did a flight Australia to Europe (Spain) it was a night flight (9:45pm) with my 10 month old son and it was totally fine. He slept 10 hours of the 14 hour flight to Dubai and then 6 of the 8 hour flight from Dubai to Madrid. Just follow her lead, let her sleep when she wants too and know that schedules can be adjusted, and babies can adapt better than we think!
Hey Jess, Firstly - you're doing an AMAZING job. Travelling kids is difficult. We've travelled with 3 out of 4 kids. 2 were fine, the other HATED it. Sometimes it's just them. I've nursed all four kids and I found taking Blackmores Pregnancy & Breast-Feeding Gold and fenugreek tables helped soooo much with my milk supply. Stress never helps which is hard in a difficult situation. We've flown Brisbane to NZ twice and Interstate from Brisbane - we find snacks, stickers, fidget toys, clothes pegs (lol) - pretty much plan 1 activity for 5 minutes for an hour and then cycle through. All the best with your flight back home - praying for you all.
Praying for an increase in your supply, your schedule being off/you being stressed or anxious from the trip may have just contributed to a slight dip! Praying that she does well on your trip to Australia too, it will be great!!❤️🇦🇺
this is exactly how my first trip to see family went! he was exactly her age and the happiest most joyful baby but he was sooo different there. cranky, overtired, and definitely not himself. it made me a little sad that they didn’t get to meet him while he was being himself.
I just want to encourage you Jess, that there’s only so much you can control. A lot of times, anxiety or panic attacks come from thinking that you can control everything or thinking you have to. Yes, we can try to be prepared in life, but there’s also a strength in understanding that somethings you just have to shrug off because they’re not always in our control. Often that is what helps me not go into anxiety. God bless you.❤
@@JessConte u and your husband are great parents and an inspirational couple, helping others by the example u both set, building with each other on the foundation of Christ and sharing His Truth, His love. im glad u both use your platform u have, wisely.
I always have a baby carrier that I have used at airports and that helps and if they are tired they are comforted by being nice and snug and will often fall asleep. (could also put her in the carrier on the plane and walk the aisle if things go awry) Also breastfeeding on takeoff and landing to help with the ears. Just make sure you are eating lots of food, drinking lots of water, and sleeping well to keep your supply healthy and hopefully your supply won't drop. It can be hard traveling with kids! But it can go so smoothly too - I'll pray that this will happen for your next trip!
Hey, I totally hear you the entire story is completely relatable. You are not the only one. I took my 6m old to a family Christmas weekend this last winter. My baby, like yours, is happy and content but at the gathering as the weekend progressed things got worse. He became upset, he wouldn't nap or sleep properly and it took a month to redo his schedual.... it was rough so I totally understand all of that and feeling so sad for them too. ❤
I flew from the UK to brisbane to see family by myself and my 1 year old daughter without my husband. I was so nervous because I didn't have my husband with me to help but it went super smooth. She slept pretty much both flights, not cried once and just kept her entertained. The flight attendants are really helpful and will keep your daughter entertained as well. Don't stress about it, everything will go well
Hey Jess, sorry to hear your experience. Before our first flight with a 6 month old I consulted my son’s doctor and he said to hold baby in mothers arms while take off and landing and it really soothes the baby down. Now this worked for us but every baby is different and I know you will find what works best for you so don’t be let down. All the best ❤
We traveled internationally with our 10 month old at the time. Definitely pack more formula and bottles + portable bottle cleaner with you on the plane to account for travel time to and from airport, plane ride and any possible delays. Our daughter thrives on her routine as well and is very predictable but the travel threw her off. Her feedings became more frequent so it was helpful to have all her feeding stuff with us in case she wanted a bottle. We also learned to just go with the flow and follow her cues. Even if that meant her not wanting to fall asleep at 9 pm and letting her play on the plane. Wishing y’all the best!
Awww, Jess 💖 You have the sweetest heart. I'm sorry it felt like everything went wrong but I'm sure there is s silverlining - hang onto that. Plus, Makaiah closing her eyes is the cutest thing!!
I have a flight coming up in a few weeks, moving from Florida to Texas (I’m also going threw southwest) and my baby boy turns 9 months the day after and this is what I’m most scared of bc he only sleeps on top of me and fights it mostly everyday. I have a feeling he’s gonna be overtired, cranky and crying. But I have faith in God. Also, I’m so sorry your milk supply has dropped. I’ve been experiencing that for months but my son doesn’t like any type of formula. It’s been a struggle and I’ve had major breakdowns bc he sometimes is left hungry. It takes a toll on me mentally. But seeing that you’re going threw it too, doesn’t make me feel as alone. Praying she takes formula 🤍 Just remember God has your backs and knows what He’s doing. He’s helping you along the way. You guys are amazing parents.
For the red eye flight call your airline to see if you can get the seats near the bassinet. Not all planes have them but for the ones that do they are a lifesaver!❤
I felt a level of anxiety when my supply dropped - also sad and guilty. Looking back now, I was doing it backwards. I had to find happiness in knowing that she was growing and that was good and truly all that mattered. Combined my milk with formula to start off and never looked back. I bet she will be one very happy baby with a full belly on her way to Australia ❤
Aw thats okay! Its good you guys did this now so the longer flight will go easier, she'll be calmer. At least you guys are trying, many parents are afraid to travel/enjoy their own lives with babies! That was a tough weekend you guys flew due to issues in Florida with the flooding but you did it! Kudos to you guys.
My mom has had a daycare pretty much my entire life growing up, and I can certainly say that traveling with babies will almost never go as planned! Whether it’s the baby crying or something about the flight 🙄 You’re an amazing mama ✨ I’ve been watching you for years ever since you and Gabe started long distance. I just married my Canadian hubby and we’re still long distance until his green card gets approved. Your videos help show what the future holds after this journey! xx
The best thing I did when flying with my 11 month old over night was wearing him in a sling/baby carrier in the airport to put him to sleep. Then when we got on the plane he was already asleep by the time we sat down and anytime the announcements woke him up it was easier to help him back to sleep since he was on me!
You’re doing great Jess! One advice I would say is to introduce her to formula before your next flight because my 6 month old did not like formula at all. He would not take it. I had to keep introducing it for him to finally take it. It was a new experience for Makkaia and it’s totally okay for her to feel distressed. You’re doing awesome 🤗
‘People can chose to live a child free life but they can’t chose to live in a child free world’ - I repeat this to myself whenever my baby cries on a flight haha it reminds me to breathe and drop the whole ‘babies can’t cry’ act. You guys did amazing xx as for overseas travel. Yes the bassinet seat is good but if there is turbulence or anything baby can’t be in it. And the arm rests don’t go down! Either pray for an empty row to lay baby down or business it is hehe im flying bris-La soon pray for me lol
Took a 15hr flight dubai to Toronto with my 8 month old. It was long, mum and dad were tired but bring lots of snacks, some toys, books and a baby carrier! Worst case baby is super overtired but having a carrier allows you to stand at the back of the plane comfortably and wait it out then eventually baby goes to sleep! I’m from Aus too so the mandatory trips home from Canada will just be part of parenthood! Good luck 😊
I grew up in Australia (Sunshine Coast)and married an American so we made many trips back to Australia with our children. I would say that it is best to have no plan or very little. If you have too many expectations then it just creates anxiety!!! And our babies feel our anxiety and feed off that. I did always try to keep them up for a few hours at the beginning of the flight when people were eating and moving around a lot. That way they were sleeping when everyone else was sleeping and there was quiet and darkness in the cabin. You will all do great and don’t be to hard on yourself.
Airlines usually have bassinets you can ask for. I had to fly alone with my 2 month baby. I was so scared of what everyone would think. But surprisingly, there are a lot of people that are willing to help, and everyone wears headphones. What helped me put her to sleep was nursing her and walking around with her after. You will be fine, just trust your baby. You will know exactly what she wants and you’ll be able to calm her down if she needs it 💘
our first / only flights with my daughter have been 13 hours from Miami to Israel. Definitely be prepared with some formula just in case! Loads of night diapers.. an ipad (that we only use on flights), snack snacks snacks! Little teething puffs at that age! But most importantly - I believe that our babies feed off of our energies.. so try to always remain as calm as possible (easier said than done), take everything lightly!.. and know that in a few hours you’ll be with your family and off the flight!! ❤ can’t wait to follow along!
Wow this video made me feel so much less alone! My baby is so happy but really loves his routines and will react the same way if anything changes in them! I love that you shared this because the only videos I’ve seen so far are like “we travelled with our baby 38 times this month and they slept the whole time, had no problems at all” 😂
I use to think it was very selfish of people to let their kids cry the whole flight but then I realized babies can’t express themselves so they cry. As it is the parents are stressed out because of judgments, even if they try their best, it doesn’t work because babies will be babies until they learn to express themselves. We were once babies too. Jess you got this. She’ll eventually get use to it as she flies. Even as adults we get irritated when we’re not in our comfort zone. Adapting and overcoming takes time. All of y’all mama out there, y’all got this! I even like helping with babies on my flights. Got to meet so many cute babies!!!
Awe Jess! My heart!!! I was tearing up watching this because I just feel so connected to mamas now that I have a baby and just have so much empathy, sympathy, all of the thys lol I will be traveling with a 4 month old soon and this was a good reminder of how it might not go as planned, but to still find the joy! My husband and I might be moving to your parts of Aussie in the near future so I’d love to know all the tips and tricks when you take that flight!! ❤
Jess, you are AMAZING!! I'm so inspired by the way you grow and learn. You're an amazing mom and you're all going to do great on your long flight! 💛💛 My parents always prayed over us and asked God to help us have a good flight :)
Awe Jess 🤍 you are so amazing! This video held within itself a lot of encouragement; you have a beautiful heart! God bless your sweet family! And may the trip to Australia go smoothly and calm 🙏
I think it’s good to not always plan around your babies schedule cause you’ll miss out on things or get frustrated if she doesn’t nap when she should, and she won’t get used to adapting her own body when there’s a little change of environment.. I’m sure this was a good prep for future flights too!! Also, I’d say for next flight bring things she can chew on, bottles, interactive toys, and a blankie to cover her when she naps.
We did a 8-9 hour flight from US to Ireland, our little guy was 10 months. The bottle really helped, otherwise just rubbing by his ears made a huge difference and helped get our little to sleep.
Even if she cries, Jess, that doesn’t make you a bad mama ❤ Babies cry. Other people know that. Don’t be so hard on yourself when things don’t go as planned. I am praying for you guys and a smooth plane ride to Aus.
As a 57 year old and a mum I remember so well the stress of this situation. When travelling we are so uptight and stressed to begin with as a mum the worry is ten fold and it always will be. (My girl is 28 and driving solo across Australia the stress is horrible we never ever stop worrying). Try to relax and put it in gods hands Jess. All you can do is your best. Formula as a back up excellent idea. It’s so easy for our milk to alter at the slightest changes. I hear the bassinets that long haul flights have are amazing for long trips. But need to book early they only have a couple.And is bubby eating any food yet?? if so loads of snacks. But not sure of age you are exclusively breast feeding till. Back in my day about 6 months we added in food. I’m sending you both all the positivity and strength and your girlfriends right not every flight will be bad. Sending loads of love Leisa Western Australia xx❤️❤️
Fingers crossed for this long flight to Australia! Everything will be just fine I’m sure 🤍 As your friends said, not every flight will be so bad, maybe Makaiah will get used to it 🤍
You guys are the cutest parents ever🥰 Try having her take her naps with you guys around, lights on, music on, etc., don't put her in a room where is all dark and no noise. My cousin always did that with her baby and she has not trouble falling asleep anywhere. Hope this helps in some way!🤗
Always pack snacks and extra formula on trips, as your diet changes when traveling, you may not be able to stay hydrated so your supply will drop. 9 months old can have solids, so I used to put any nut butter my son likes inside a feeding pacifier and cover it with its topper and give it to him at take off if it wasn’t his milk time, works like wonders with ear pressure.
you were not being dramatic at all. i’m not a mom but it sounded like all of you were under a lot of stress and worry. 🥺 thanks for sharing those things with us too. praying for better travels for you and your family 💕
I wish there was a website or something that helps nursing moms with issues, like moms talking about sadness from nursing issues and moms encouraging each other thru this. 🥺
Jess thanks so much for sharing your struggles! I’m barely 16 years old, so I haven’t gone through all those life experiences, but I definitely understand what it means to have difficult moments where we get really stressed out and don’t know what to do. But I think the key was what you read from Philippians, no matter what it is we are going through, always be grateful and pray with joy and hope in our hearts! Those are the life changing lessons God teaches us. I hope you keep learning how to handle Makaiah in your next flights, and that God gives you and Gabe strength and courage! ❤️
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I honestly dont mind it on a flight when a baby cries, if it bothers people they can turn up their movie in the headphones or wear ear plugs.
Me too 🙏🏼💛
This comment 😢💕 thank you. It's really tough. Also on baby. They don't cry just to annoy others
Me too! I have a 20 month old and we just got home from a visit to family, and she’s really good on the plane. But those occasional moments when she’s talking kind of loud I remind myself of this, I think; “I don’t mind when other mama’s babies cry, so people probably don’t think it’s as big of a deal when my daughter is loud as I think.”
Exactly u can't help with infants crying. But parents who let their 2+ year Olds howl like it's the end of the world, without batting an eyelash at them, need to have some consideration for others.
I was on a 9 hour flight with a 6 year old who howled for the most part of the flight to have her way with her parents. It was an overnight flight, I had to work right after and had barely gotten any sleep and the kid who very well knew she was inconveniencing everyone on the flight. The parents were to blame as they just sat through the flight without saying a word to ask her to shut up. It was a terrible flight.
I agree! I always admire seeing parents with their children on a flight. I’m not a parent but I understand how stressful it is because they don’t want to bug anyone. It’s not bothersome to me ever! Babies cry sometimes, be graceful and get over it people!
My best advice (3 kids in) is don’t hold too tightly to the schedule during the flight, follow baby’s lead - with my first I was soooo stressed bc he would get off schedule and I would feel like “everything is ruined, nothing will go well now.” When really he would feel my stress and that would set him off way more than the schedule. With my 3rd kid we just lose expectations during travel, she sleeps when she sleeps and wakes when she wakes, and we just adjust as needed the next day. Then I’m not stressed, and she’s not stressed, we just go with the flow!
Also with the milk supply thing, that’s what happened to me when I was pregnant! I had no idea why it seemed like I was producing so little, but it turned out pregnancy lol
I wish you the best, will pray your next travels go much better!
Totally agree!
My husband and I don’t have kids yet, but I’m so grateful to watch yours and Gabe’s journey with Makaiah and becoming parents. I feel less nervous about what that may look like if the time comes for us to have little ones. ❤️ Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing the good and the difficult with us.
Took the words right out my mouth from your lips to gods ears ❤
We recently flew from New Zealand to Germany with our 8 month old, and the best thing we did was book a baby bassinet for her, which I would highly recommend. We also brought a big dark cloth to hang over the bassinet, so it would be really dark and cozy for her and we tried to do the same bedtime routine with her on the flight as we would do at home (sang her song, put her in her PJs that smelled like home). We also brought a "water spray" to spray over her bassinet a couple of times during the flight because the air was super super dry and we had a lot of formula with us. The flight went really well and I'm sure your baby will be fine as well! It's also important that you as the parents are relaxed because the baby can sense how we are feeling :) good luck and don't worry too much, it'll be fine!
Thank you I have to print screen your tips when we go from Serbia >Germany to Canada !!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️thanksss
Ps: What about toysss?!?!?
I love how you and Gabe are growing up as parents, it feels like yesterday you guys were engaged🥹 and it’s also amazing how Mikaiah is growing up so fast, time passes by in a blink of an eye
Started tearing up with you when you talked about the anxiety you felt on the flight. Had a similar experience on a road trip with our baby girl so I feel you completely! Can’t imagine being trapped on a plane knowing she’s probably hungry and not being able to do anything about it for hours! 😭
Do not get discouraged momma! Y'all are learning together! Give your self grace. Also stress can affect your milk supply!
What a crazy experience. Thank you for sharing. As a bystander I always feels so bad for the families that have a crying baby. All I do is hope that the baby can eventually get comfortable enough to fall asleep.
Such sweet clips of Gabriel. He’s such a great dad. Hope your next trip goes a little smoother.
Everything happens for a reason. 💖
I'm not married and don't have any kids or anything, but I really felt for you, Jess, when you talked about having anxiety during the flight. That sounds super stressful, but you and Gabe are honestly such amazing parents. I'm sure you'll be able to work through things and will have an amazing flight to Australia. Makaiah is so lucky to have you both ❤
Stress can lower your milk supply and prevent it from letting down! The same thing happened to me on a flight with my baby the same age. It was horrible and I cried. Definitely feel for you girl! We’ve had successful flights since then so don’t worry! I pray your flight to Australia is much better! 🙏❤️
It’s so encouraging to other new moms to know that other moms struggle too. Thanks for showing that. We usually only see the hood on social media. I feel so much empathy for you throughout this! Especially related to the schedule change and “feeling so bad” about it. Those are the things that keep me up at night crying. From guilt. Not every moment will be perfectly on schedule all the time, even though we want to be as considerate as possible to our babies ❤ You’re doing an amazing job.
aww Jess, your positive energy reflecting on the situation is really so inspiring. I'm not a mum but have seen lots of babies with headphones when they are on airplanes, maybe it will help with the announcement noise! i hope she is okay on the way to Australia, maybe this trip was gods way of helping to be better prepared for this long flight :) lots of love x
That's a scam, don't even bother!!
You’ve got this y’all are so loved by God it radiates through your videos testimonies and love for life!
Her laugh is THE cutest 🥰. My 5 month old just smiled away when she heard her laugh!
Thank you for being so honest and vulnerable about the struggles of motherhood 💜 I’m a new mum and often get the feeling that it’s harder than it’s supposed to be, as if I’m not doing enough or good enough. But it’s encouraging to be reminded that there are difficulties for every mum, at different points and in different ways. Also love hearing how Scripture encouraged you!
I honestly love how honest you were in this vlog. You didn’t sugarcoat it and you didn’t romanticise or make it look easy because you did struggle and travelling with a baby/child is hard no matter the age! I personally think you did exceptionally well carrying yourself through this with gratitude in your heart 🤍
I travelled with my 2 year old from Sydney to New York which was a 20hr flight and lemme just say, there were lots of tears from both of us 😂 but like some people have already said, don’t stress too much on staying on schedule and follow bub’s lead! They feel your worries and stress so try to take each hour as it comes and you should be fine 🥰🫶🏽 sending so much love to you & your adorable family, Jess! ✨
I read this exact verse in my devotional time this morning! So touching. Good luck with your travels.
Oh Jess, I feel for you and the stress you were feeling on take off. I've been there. You are an amazing mama for how much you care about her. She is so lucky to have you! Formula will be so amazing to have for your flight, that is a really great idea. Having a show she likes on your phone also is a great distraction, you tried all the right things and your Aussie flight will be okay especially with mama, dad and god by her side
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As a mom of 3 kids, I’ve totally been there. It feels like a rite of passage into parenthood to have a really rough experience traveling with your baby (and with adjusting sleep schedules). However, if it makes you feel better, it gets easier over time and with your other kids. My youngest is 10 months and I still get stressed, but it is so much easier now. It’s almost like because you’ve already been through the worst and survived, you know it’ll be okay. Even if it still feels scary to try again. I’m glad you’re flying with her again soon! Kids tend to get easier as they get used to new experiences, it just takes time. Unfortunately, I don’t think there is an easy way around it, you just have to go through it. You’re doing such a good job, you are a great mama!
Also, we had a crying baby right next to us on our last flight and it didn’t bother us at all. I let also didn’t bother any one around us. That’s just how it goes!
You got this! Whenever I hear someone else’s baby cry on a plane, it genuinely doesn’t bother me. I feel bad for the parents because I know most of them feel pressure to not be bothersome to others. The truth is, babies will be babies 👶🏻 We can’t help what they do. Plus, you will never see these people on the flight again.
I love these types of videos! They’re so honest and show the reality it’s encouraging and reassuring for other families to see too ❤
Appreciate that, thank you! 💛
I’m so grateful to be on this journey because I’ve been watching for so many years and crazy, amazing things have happened!! I’m so happy for you jess!! much love 💗 xx
Your voice is so calming😭
I loveeee your vlogs so much! Makes me feel soo warm and cozy. They're filled with positivity. Also makaiah's cooing voice in between just gets me everytime🥺😭❤
Thank you for showing reality Jess! It’s so nice for us all to see how normal and relatable all our lives are 🤍
her laugh is the absolute sweetest and cutest!! bless you guys 🙏💗
I have done a 14-hour flight to Australia when my baby was 9 months, and again recently when we turned 18 months. My advice is to not stress about their routine on the flight...there are way too many distractions on the plane for them to stay on schedule (lights, buttons, sounds, people). Let them get to sleep when they are ready. I always found that when I forced it, he felt my stress and got stressed himself. Keep yourself as calm as possible and remember how worth it will be when you land and get to hug all of your favorite people in the world! Have an amazing trip x
It's so hard traveling with babies, to just go with the flow and not sticking to routine.
You both did so well!! You handled everything as well as you could
Hey Jess! I love your videos... just wanted to say that I've flown with a baby back and forth multiple times a year on a 12 hour flight (my husband and I lived in Europe for 4 years before we moved back to the states) - sometimes it's hard, sometimes it's okay, but I think mentally preparing yourself that you're not going to have a lot of down time helps. There will be a lot of holding, playing, soothing, etc., but you can get through it! Formula on the flight definitely helps. I also bring extra pacifiers (they always fall on the floor) and baby snacks, and I bring infant motrin and tylenol in case their ears hurt. Hope your next flight is easier!
it was interesting watching this because i struggle with the same type of anxiety (what you were explaining as far as symptoms) and for some reason, i just thought when im a mom & have a baby life will be perfect & i won't have panic attacks anymore. it was almost comforting in a way to hear you talking about struggling with anxiety while having your baby, because now i know if i have a panic attack when im in that season, im not alone and it's not like something is wildly wrong with me. i also am so glad i realized this now instead of then! we have Jesus to rely on in every season, whether the highest of highs or the lowest of lows. thank you so much for being so vulnerable and sharing this side of your life. love you Jess 🤍
i completely understand the feeling you felt before the plane. so much happening all at once. you’re not alone!!
Awwww I teared up listening to all the concerns you had about her routine, how little sleep she was getting during the day, your milk supply, the bumping vs nursing and formula delimma... THAT IS A LOT OF WORRYING to live with in a short amount of time! Not to mention feeling guilty and sad on top of the problem solving you were trying to apply to every situation! HONEY! May God bless you and strengthen you. You did an amazing job with what you had, not to mention the flight delays left and right which pissed me off a ton on your behalf because OH MY GOD I can relate to everything you felt and experienced including the external changes of plans.
Beautiful Jess you are an amazing mom. God bless you. Hope you're back on routine and that your milk supply restabilized. Oh by the way, night nursing is the best remedy for low milk supply ... especially that dream feed at 10 pm if I remember correctly. If she's sleeping well through the night, that's probably why your milk supply is decreasing. Also, the more she nurses on the breast, the better it is for sending signals to your body to produce more milk. As for some tips on overseas flights, have lots of snacks she can munch on when she's getting bored and loud. Get a blackout cover which you could put over her car seat AND a mini fan so she's doesn't overheat while covered (place it safely at a distance from her somehow underneath the cover) and with some caresses like you did, she will hopeful fall asleep much more easily on any flight ❤
My husband and I moved to Hawaii from North Carolina while our daughter was 17 months. She still nurses so I can relate. Depending on when you fly if you still have frozen milk some airlines will actually let you bring that along with you. If you just keep it in a cooler back pack type carrier or a milk carrier. You can count that as either Makaiah’s carry on or yours. That way you have enough milk to help keep her comfy and full if you aren’t ready to introduce formula. That was a life saver for our very long day of travel. Praying for your travels back home!
You are doing great, motherhood is full of joy but also a hard times but the joy outweighs those. Thank you for being a light💞
As a breastfeeding mama I understand your stress! I would love to hear more about your breastfeeding journey!
If you have an extra seat for her, you can buy those blow up things that make the entire seat and where leg area would be INTO a bed which she can use and be more comfortable in, maybe bring a dock a tot thing to go on top too. I precord shows like "miss rachel" and "blippi" on my phone to show my daughter. Although she was 2 months old when we flew to Germany however she was A VERY COLICKY newborn. Always having a bottle ready is key. Lots of snacks! and some of her favorite toys.
I remember when my aunt was leaving to fly back to the States with my 7 month (or thereabouts) cousin - a five-hour flight. I remember when she asked if any of us wanted to come with her and I thought she was joking. But her facial expression said it all. Now, after watching this video, I am more knowledgeable and understanding towards parents with babies on flights. Thanks for sharing Jess! I am sorry for the anxiety attack but I am hopeful and prayerful. Your next trip will be better!
I personally haven't flown internationally with a baby but my friend has and said that changing the baby's sleep schedule for the International time zone saved her so much. She also has teethers for the Bub to chew on why flying xx
traveling with kids almost never goes to plan but just got to go with it!!! ♡ hope y’all had a good time regardless (:
ah thank you 🥲
She is getting big so fast 🥲🥹 time does fly fast, cutest baby ever 🤍
My heart goes out to you momma. When our babies cry and are stressed or hungry it is seriously so hard. And when we don’t have our normal “mom tool box” it gets really stressful. All I can say is that I have always found my milk supply to be hugely dependent on my stress level or lack thereof. Traveling on a plane, often dehydrated, and then super stressed would definitely make it hard to supply my babe. I say this because when I’m aware of my stress and how it affects my milk supply im better able to calm myself in the situation and drink some water and have my milk letdown for the babe. This might not be your situation at all but when I was a first time mom I hadn’t heard of a strong stress/milk supply relationship talked about before and it really helped me once I knew how my body worked. Best of luck on your future travels.
I traveled from Kenya to the US and back with my then 11/12 month old. Two 8hr flights back to back and a two hour flight. You have to let go of all expectations towards any type of schedule and then work on adjusting them when you get to your destination. On the flights, he slept when he wanted, watched shows (kind of not totally interested at that age) and played with toys. All rules go out the window haha you do what you need to to survive! One nap he fought a lot I had to put him in his baby carrier and walk/bounce him in the back of the plane. Most flight attendants are super helpful and understanding! I really felt like all of the people on the plane were kind and understanding as well.
My milk ran out after 3 months from postpartum anxiety and not eating. It’s hard when you get to the point of running out but it happens. A fed baby is always best. Your doing amazing as a mum. We all had those moments on planes and it’s totally normal. Not much you can do but comfort. Again doing great Jess ❤.
I love that from Philippians, I'm going through so much right now and praying is getting hard for me because there's so little joy for me right now. It's so hard to see joy in the midst of chaos but I'm so grateful God is helping me through this. Your videos uplift me so much Jess, thank you. 💛
I adore this video. Thank you for sharing your experiences, your fears, your worries… your vulnerability is such a blessing to me.
Jess! I feel this. We traveled north for a week with a 3 month old and a 2 year old and wow 😳 the nap schedule being off was a bigger deal than I thought it would be. Just like you said, they’re happy babies so I thought it’d be okay.
Our flights were at bedtime and we had tears from both kids. My husband and I took turns walking a kid in the aisle. We tried all the distractions- books, snacks, toys, screen time. Nothing helped perfectly!
It’s hard! You just want your babies to be happy. You don’t want to disturb other passengers. Sometimes it’s embarrassing. And it’s DEFINITELY exhausting- mentally and physically.
But it is what it is! You have no control over your baby or other people or delayed flights lol. We’re all just out here doing our best. You’re shepherding your child’s heart- at home on a routine or on a plane when she’s overtired. Leave the control to God! You’re doing amazing and I give you props for being intentional with far away family- that in itself is also hard. 😂❤
Oh Jess! So sorry you had a hard time on your first flight! I have a 3 month old baby and my husband and I travel lots already with him.
Best advice I can give you is take a big breath and remember you're doing so great! 🥰 Practically, the formula will help you on these flights, also I'm not sure how much you do this, but wearing Makaiah might be quite helpful to help her keep her sleep time while you're at the airport. Once you need to get her in her car seat it might be easier to transfer her, since she's been close to you for a little while! Give it a try, and see if it works for you.
Little sweet Makaiah will adapt ♥️ You and Gabe are doing so great by her. Just a learning curve for us mommas with our little ones.
Sending you encouragement, and peace for your upcoming trip!
This video couldn't have come at a better time. About to travel with our 3 month old and I have been trying to explain to the husband that traveling with a baby (especially one thats breastfed) is going to be a whole new experience. Thank you because we will now make sure to pack some formula with us for the trip!
formula is definitely a better option when traveling because you will have to feed her less often. i learned this from experience after having 3 kids. I also make bottles with chamomile for bedtime because its a natural soothing herb and helps the babies calm down down.
You are a power couple because you are carried by Christ!! Although things don't always turn out our way, there is always so much to be grateful for and so much to look forward to.
Recommendation for Australian flight…ask for the seats with a bassinet. I recently watched a you tube channel that was able to get these seats by request. Game changer.
You've got this mama. I've not been on a flight with my kids (now 11 & 3) but I had the same thing when breastfeeding both of them, I only managed 3/4 months and felt my supply had dried up. As soon as they had formula, they were the happiest of babies. Fed is always best ❤
I have a 6mo and what helps me is to remind myself that when I'm away I'm not in routine either.
I found if I was stressing about keeping bubs in routine I was spoiling the time I had with my family.
Praying for your trip to Australia, she might be amazing you just never know but what ever it is God will be with you.
I did a flight Australia to Europe (Spain) it was a night flight (9:45pm) with my 10 month old son and it was totally fine. He slept 10 hours of the 14 hour flight to Dubai and then 6 of the 8 hour flight from Dubai to Madrid. Just follow her lead, let her sleep when she wants too and know that schedules can be adjusted, and babies can adapt better than we think!
Hey Jess,
Firstly - you're doing an AMAZING job. Travelling kids is difficult. We've travelled with 3 out of 4 kids. 2 were fine, the other HATED it. Sometimes it's just them. I've nursed all four kids and I found taking Blackmores Pregnancy & Breast-Feeding Gold and fenugreek tables helped soooo much with my milk supply. Stress never helps which is hard in a difficult situation.
We've flown Brisbane to NZ twice and Interstate from Brisbane - we find snacks, stickers, fidget toys, clothes pegs (lol) - pretty much plan 1 activity for 5 minutes for an hour and then cycle through.
All the best with your flight back home - praying for you all.
Praying for an increase in your supply, your schedule being off/you being stressed or anxious from the trip may have just contributed to a slight dip! Praying that she does well on your trip to Australia too, it will be great!!❤️🇦🇺
Thank you for taking the time to film during your trip. I bet it's already stressful yet you still think of us your followers.
this is exactly how my first trip to see family went! he was exactly her age and the happiest most joyful baby but he was sooo different there. cranky, overtired, and definitely not himself. it made me a little sad that they didn’t get to meet him while he was being himself.
I just want to encourage you Jess, that there’s only so much you can control. A lot of times, anxiety or panic attacks come from thinking that you can control everything or thinking you have to. Yes, we can try to be prepared in life, but there’s also a strength in understanding that somethings you just have to shrug off because they’re not always in our control. Often that is what helps me not go into anxiety. God bless you.❤
Jess, you did everything that you could and more. Don’t feel bad, things happen and it’s just a learning experience.
It’s 2023 but i still enjoy watching your youtube videos so much, i love every youtube videos of yours. love you >3
that means so much 🫶
@@JessConte u and your husband are great parents and an inspirational couple, helping others by the example u both set, building with each other on the foundation of Christ and sharing His Truth, His love. im glad u both use your platform u have, wisely.
I always have a baby carrier that I have used at airports and that helps and if they are tired they are comforted by being nice and snug and will often fall asleep. (could also put her in the carrier on the plane and walk the aisle if things go awry) Also breastfeeding on takeoff and landing to help with the ears. Just make sure you are eating lots of food, drinking lots of water, and sleeping well to keep your supply healthy and hopefully your supply won't drop. It can be hard traveling with kids! But it can go so smoothly too - I'll pray that this will happen for your next trip!
You are not dramatic at all! I'm a new mum and we have just had our first family holiday. Life is not simple anymore 😂
Hey, I totally hear you the entire story is completely relatable. You are not the only one. I took my 6m old to a family Christmas weekend this last winter. My baby, like yours, is happy and content but at the gathering as the weekend progressed things got worse. He became upset, he wouldn't nap or sleep properly and it took a month to redo his schedual.... it was rough so I totally understand all of that and feeling so sad for them too. ❤
I flew from the UK to brisbane to see family by myself and my 1 year old daughter without my husband. I was so nervous because I didn't have my husband with me to help but it went super smooth. She slept pretty much both flights, not cried once and just kept her entertained. The flight attendants are really helpful and will keep your daughter entertained as well. Don't stress about it, everything will go well
Hey Jess, sorry to hear your experience. Before our first flight with a 6 month old I consulted my son’s doctor and he said to hold baby in mothers arms while take off and landing and it really soothes the baby down. Now this worked for us but every baby is different and I know you will find what works best for you so don’t be let down. All the best ❤
We traveled internationally with our 10 month old at the time. Definitely pack more formula and bottles + portable bottle cleaner with you on the plane to account for travel time to and from airport, plane ride and any possible delays. Our daughter thrives on her routine as well and is very predictable but the travel threw her off. Her feedings became more frequent so it was helpful to have all her feeding stuff with us in case she wanted a bottle. We also learned to just go with the flow and follow her cues. Even if that meant her not wanting to fall asleep at 9 pm and letting her play on the plane. Wishing y’all the best!
Thank you so much 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Give yourself Grace. This was a learning experience and it was your first time. She was a beginner to it and so were you.
Awww, Jess 💖 You have the sweetest heart. I'm sorry it felt like everything went wrong but I'm sure there is s silverlining - hang onto that. Plus, Makaiah closing her eyes is the cutest thing!!
I have a flight coming up in a few weeks, moving from Florida to Texas (I’m also going threw southwest) and my baby boy turns 9 months the day after and this is what I’m most scared of bc he only sleeps on top of me and fights it mostly everyday. I have a feeling he’s gonna be overtired, cranky and crying. But I have faith in God. Also, I’m so sorry your milk supply has dropped. I’ve been experiencing that for months but my son doesn’t like any type of formula. It’s been a struggle and I’ve had major breakdowns bc he sometimes is left hungry. It takes a toll on me mentally. But seeing that you’re going threw it too, doesn’t make me feel as alone. Praying she takes formula 🤍 Just remember God has your backs and knows what He’s doing. He’s helping you along the way. You guys are amazing parents.
For the red eye flight call your airline to see if you can get the seats near the bassinet. Not all planes have them but for the ones that do they are a lifesaver!❤
I felt a level of anxiety when my supply dropped - also sad and guilty. Looking back now, I was doing it backwards. I had to find happiness in knowing that she was growing and that was good and truly all that mattered. Combined my milk with formula to start off and never looked back.
I bet she will be one very happy baby with a full belly on her way to Australia ❤
Flying with babies is always so random don’t be sad about the experience you did amazing 🥰 everytime would get a little easier
Aw thats okay! Its good you guys did this now so the longer flight will go easier, she'll be calmer. At least you guys are trying, many parents are afraid to travel/enjoy their own lives with babies! That was a tough weekend you guys flew due to issues in Florida with the flooding but you did it! Kudos to you guys.
My mom has had a daycare pretty much my entire life growing up, and I can certainly say that traveling with babies will almost never go as planned! Whether it’s the baby crying or something about the flight 🙄 You’re an amazing mama ✨
I’ve been watching you for years ever since you and Gabe started long distance. I just married my Canadian hubby and we’re still long distance until his green card gets approved. Your videos help show what the future holds after this journey! xx
Oh my 😣 I can feel the nerves you experienced! I’m sure it was so overwhelming, but you did everything you could. You and Gabe did great ❤️
The best thing I did when flying with my 11 month old over night was wearing him in a sling/baby carrier in the airport to put him to sleep. Then when we got on the plane he was already asleep by the time we sat down and anytime the announcements woke him up it was easier to help him back to sleep since he was on me!
For flights and the noise, you can get baby headphones (soft ones) just to soften harsh noises!
You’re doing great Jess! One advice I would say is to introduce her to formula before your next flight because my 6 month old did not like formula at all. He would not take it. I had to keep introducing it for him to finally take it.
It was a new experience for Makkaia and it’s totally okay for her to feel distressed. You’re doing awesome 🤗
‘People can chose to live a child free life but they can’t chose to live in a child free world’ - I repeat this to myself whenever my baby cries on a flight haha it reminds me to breathe and drop the whole ‘babies can’t cry’ act. You guys did amazing xx as for overseas travel. Yes the bassinet seat is good but if there is turbulence or anything baby can’t be in it. And the arm rests don’t go down! Either pray for an empty row to lay baby down or business it is hehe im flying bris-La soon pray for me lol
Took a 15hr flight dubai to Toronto with my 8 month old. It was long, mum and dad were tired but bring lots of snacks, some toys, books and a baby carrier! Worst case baby is super overtired but having a carrier allows you to stand at the back of the plane comfortably and wait it out then eventually baby goes to sleep! I’m from Aus too so the mandatory trips home from Canada will just be part of parenthood! Good luck 😊
I grew up in Australia (Sunshine Coast)and married an American so we made many trips back to Australia with our children. I would say that it is best to have no plan or very little. If you have too many expectations then it just creates anxiety!!! And our babies feel our anxiety and feed off that. I did always try to keep them up for a few hours at the beginning of the flight when people were eating and moving around a lot. That way they were sleeping when everyone else was sleeping and there was quiet and darkness in the cabin. You will all do great and don’t be to hard on yourself.
Airlines usually have bassinets you can ask for. I had to fly alone with my 2 month baby. I was so scared of what everyone would think. But surprisingly, there are a lot of people that are willing to help, and everyone wears headphones. What helped me put her to sleep was nursing her and walking around with her after. You will be fine, just trust your baby. You will know exactly what she wants and you’ll be able to calm her down if she needs it 💘
our first / only flights with my daughter have been 13 hours from Miami to Israel. Definitely be prepared with some formula just in case! Loads of night diapers.. an ipad (that we only use on flights), snack snacks snacks! Little teething puffs at that age! But most importantly - I believe that our babies feed off of our energies.. so try to always remain as calm as possible (easier said than done), take everything lightly!.. and know that in a few hours
you’ll be with your family and off the flight!! ❤ can’t wait to follow along!
Wow this video made me feel so much less alone! My baby is so happy but really loves his routines and will react the same way if anything changes in them! I love that you shared this because the only videos I’ve seen so far are like “we travelled with our baby 38 times this month and they slept the whole time, had no problems at all” 😂
I use to think it was very selfish of people to let their kids cry the whole flight but then I realized babies can’t express themselves so they cry. As it is the parents are stressed out because of judgments, even if they try their best, it doesn’t work because babies will be babies until they learn to express themselves. We were once babies too. Jess you got this. She’ll eventually get use to it as she flies. Even as adults we get irritated when we’re not in our comfort zone. Adapting and overcoming takes time. All of y’all mama out there, y’all got this! I even like helping with babies on my flights. Got to meet so many cute babies!!!
Formula on flight - the flight attendants are really helpful and will provide warm water, and baby ear muffs help with the announcement noise
Awe Jess! My heart!!! I was tearing up watching this because I just feel so connected to mamas now that I have a baby and just have so much empathy, sympathy, all of the thys lol I will be traveling with a 4 month old soon and this was a good reminder of how it might not go as planned, but to still find the joy! My husband and I might be moving to your parts of Aussie in the near future so I’d love to know all the tips and tricks when you take that flight!! ❤
Jess, you are AMAZING!! I'm so inspired by the way you grow and learn. You're an amazing mom and you're all going to do great on your long flight! 💛💛 My parents always prayed over us and asked God to help us have a good flight :)
Awe Jess 🤍 you are so amazing! This video held within itself a lot of encouragement; you have a beautiful heart! God bless your sweet family! And may the trip to Australia go smoothly and calm 🙏
I think it’s good to not always plan around your babies schedule cause you’ll miss out on things or get frustrated if she doesn’t nap when she should, and she won’t get used to adapting her own body when there’s a little change of environment.. I’m sure this was a good prep for future flights too!! Also, I’d say for next flight bring things she can chew on, bottles, interactive toys, and a blankie to cover her when she naps.
We did a 8-9 hour flight from US to Ireland, our little guy was 10 months. The bottle really helped, otherwise just rubbing by his ears made a huge difference and helped get our little to sleep.
Even if she cries, Jess, that doesn’t make you a bad mama ❤ Babies cry. Other people know that. Don’t be so hard on yourself when things don’t go as planned. I am praying for you guys and a smooth plane ride to Aus.
As a 57 year old and a mum I remember so well the stress of this situation. When travelling we are so uptight and stressed to begin with as a mum the worry is ten fold and it always will be. (My girl is 28 and driving solo across Australia the stress is horrible we never ever stop worrying). Try to relax and put it in gods hands Jess. All you can do is your best. Formula as a back up excellent idea. It’s so easy for our milk to alter at the slightest changes. I hear the bassinets that long haul flights have are amazing for long trips. But need to book early they only have a couple.And is bubby eating any food yet?? if so loads of snacks. But not sure of age you are exclusively breast feeding till. Back in my day about 6 months we added in food.
I’m sending you both all the positivity and strength and your girlfriends right not every flight will be bad. Sending loads of love Leisa Western Australia xx❤️❤️
Watching you guys being the best parents to makaiah warms my heart so much 🥰 when time comes I hope to be as good as a parent as you guys ✨
Fingers crossed for this long flight to Australia! Everything will be just fine I’m sure 🤍 As your friends said, not every flight will be so bad, maybe Makaiah will get used to it 🤍
You guys are the cutest parents ever🥰 Try having her take her naps with you guys around, lights on, music on, etc., don't put her in a room where is all dark and no noise. My cousin always did that with her baby and she has not trouble falling asleep anywhere. Hope this helps in some way!🤗
I always appreciate how much you do share and it's definitely not dramatic ❤️🩹
Always pack snacks and extra formula on trips, as your diet changes when traveling, you may not be able to stay hydrated so your supply will drop. 9 months old can have solids, so I used to put any nut butter my son likes inside a feeding pacifier and cover it with its topper and give it to him at take off if it wasn’t his milk time, works like wonders with ear pressure.
you were not being dramatic at all. i’m not a mom but it sounded like all of you were under a lot of stress and worry. 🥺 thanks for sharing those things with us too. praying for better travels for you and your family 💕
I wish there was a website or something that helps nursing moms with issues, like moms talking about sadness from nursing issues and moms encouraging each other thru this. 🥺
Jess thanks so much for sharing your struggles! I’m barely 16 years old, so I haven’t gone through all those life experiences, but I definitely understand what it means to have difficult moments where we get really stressed out and don’t know what to do. But I think the key was what you read from Philippians, no matter what it is we are going through, always be grateful and pray with joy and hope in our hearts! Those are the life changing lessons God teaches us. I hope you keep learning how to handle Makaiah in your next flights, and that God gives you and Gabe strength and courage! ❤️