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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Absolutely--go for it! I flew business alone from Asia to the US about 6 times by the time my older kid was 2 years old (LOVED Korean Air, if that's an option). Business class is such an upgrade and honestly pretty delightful when my first son was that little.  I never had any issues with other passengers but I also planned ahead packing-wise, which helps! I did my best to make sure I didn't disrupt any other passengers (as I always would when sharing space with other people!) but my philiosophy is that if someone is a jerk on a flight, I'll never see them again once we get off the plane. I'll be on my way and they'll continue being an ass somewhere else!

Biggest pieces of advice:

1. Book for a time when your baby typically sleeps. Change them into their PJ's at the usual time, if possible. If the seats lay flat, you may be able to lay side by side or at least lay them down for clothing changes. Overnight flights are ideal. You might be exhausted but your baby will likely snooze for most of the flight. At that age, my son slept on my chest or in the ergo and I watched movies or read a book. The flight attendants were so helpful making sure I had drinks/food and even holding him while I used the bathroom.

2. Bring about 5-10 more diapers than you think you'll need in case there are delays. Bring lots of wipes and bags for dirty diapers so you don't stink up the bathroom. Put some sanitizing wipes to wipe down your seat and the bathroom changing area before and after use and a bottle of hand sanitizer.

3. Bring multiple changes of clothes for BOTH of you. I usually stashed a couple pairs of black leggings and two shirts for myself (and if you're nursing, an extra bra) and then PJs and separate tops and bottoms for my baby. Bring those Aden and Anais swaddle type blankets for either keeping the baby warm or laying them down.

4. Bring lots of little novelty items (doesn't necessarily have to be toys) that your baby can examine, and hold. My kid loved stacks of post-its, an old remote to press buttons, board books etc.

5. Bring an ergo (or whatever baby carrier) so that you are hands free in the airport and can put them in it to walk the aisles, if needed.

Safe travels, OP![/quote]

Thank you for these tips![/quote]

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