Although heavier, they are ready to serve and do not necessarily need warming up. For babies over six months, you could also consider drinks such as cooled boiled water and diluted fruit juices. Once beyond nine months, your baby will probably accept finger foods and you should find that you are travelling lighter. Pack easy snacks such as bread sticks, rice cakes, rusks, and pieces of fruit into an insulated bag. The odd sweet treat will not go amiss if it means your baby is occupied for a while longer.
Small sandwiches are convenient to carry, and fromage frais pots are a portable size.
Stock up on baby wipes and disposable bibs to clean up any messes and try to avoid anything that melts, such as chocolate. Your baby may of course be interested in sampling your own airline meal, but if you prefer to eat in peace ask for your food to coincide with your baby's sleep time, or when another pair of hands are free to take over. As with any source of medical or health care information, you should as a preliminary matter satisfy yourself that the credentials and experience of the source are suitable. The information provided through the Ask the Experts service is a general educational aid designed to help you discuss your unique medical or health concerns with your doctor or qualified health care provider. You should not rely on the information as a substitute for personal medical or health care advice, or for diagnosis or treatment purposes.