Air travel with children takes an already stressful process to a whole other level. Adhering to strict TSA Carry-on Regulations and guidelines with kids can turn even the most organized and easy going family into a bad episode of Supernanny. Being prepared for TSA carry-on and screening policies ahead of time will save you time, energy and likely two Advil. Here are some key considerations for traveling with children that will help you get to your gate a little easier.
- All children of every age (newborns included) must go through the screening process. You can hold small children and babies that can’t walk yet.
- Babies must be taken out of a stroller, car seat or sling while going through detectors.
- All strollers, booster seats and carriers have to be folded up if possible and placed on the conveyor belt for screening.
- All children’s belongings must go through the x-ray, including diaper bags, stuffed animals, toys and blankets.
- Baby formula, breast milk, milk and juice can exceed 3.4 oz. (within reason) and are not required to be in a clear zippered bag. They must go through the screening process though and may even tested by TSA personnel. You will not have to taste anything or open sealed containers or juice boxes, but bottles and sippy cups will be opened and litmus tested.
- All other liquids, gels and aerosols, like diaper cream, baby lotion, hand sanitizer, gas drops, and even yogurt and baby food, must be in 3.4 oz. or smaller containers. If you don’t have products available in the required size, use a toiletry bag with TSA Carry-on compliant refillable travel bottles to bring what you need.
- Liquids and gels in larger sizes, including baby formula, breast milk, or juice, may be packed in your luggage and checked by the airline. Just make sure they are secure and won’t open or spill in your bags.
For more information on TSA Carry-on Regulations and traveling with children visit http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/children/index.shtm.
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