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On the evening of December 26, the National Health and Medical Commission released " Overall Plan for Implementing "Category B and B Controls" for New Coronavirus Infections ".
1. Optimize the management of exchanges between Chinese and foreign people. People coming to China should take a nucleic acid test 48 hours before departure. Those with negative results can come to China without applying for a health code from our embassy or consulate abroad. The results will be filled in the customs health declaration card. If tested positive, relevant personnel should wait until they turn negative before coming to China.
Cancel the nucleic acid testing and centralized isolation of all employees after entry. Those whose health declaration is normal and there are no abnormalities in routine quarantine at customs ports can be released into the public.
2. Cancel the "Five Ones" and passenger load factor restrictions and other international passenger flight quantity control measures. All airlines continue to take epidemic prevention measures on board, and passengers are required to wear masks when boarding.
3. Further optimize arrangements for foreigners coming to China for resumption of work and production, business, study abroad, family visits, reunions, etc., and provide corresponding visa convenience.
4. Gradually resume passenger entry and exit through waterways and land ports. In accordance with the international epidemic situation and the service support capabilities of all aspects, outbound tourism for Chinese citizens will be resumed in an orderly manner.
National Health and Medical Commission website
In addition, the National Health and Medical Commission also issued an announcement:
1, renamed new coronavirus pneumonia to new coronavirus infection .
2. With the approval of the State Council, starting from January 8, 2023, the prevention and control measures for Class A infectious diseases stipulated in the "Law of the People's Republic of China on the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases" for new coronavirus infections will be lifted; new coronavirus infections will no longer be included in the management of quarantine infectious diseases stipulated in the "Border Health and Quarantine Law of the People's Republic of China".
National Health and Medical Commission website
On the eve of New Year's Day, the National Health and Medical Commission released these two pieces of news. For people who have been waiting for three years during the epidemic, they are nothing more than a little sunshine shining through the dark clouds!
Especially those babies born after 2020 have been facing the epidemic since birth, and have spent the first three years of their lives in endless lockdowns, staying at home, isolation and testing.
When my little daughter has to wear a mask when she goes out, I really want to tell her loudly: The world should not be like this!
Now, there is finally a glimmer of hope.
The world is so big, we can finally go and see it again!
Outbound travel has been suspended for three years. Many novice parents may feel unfamiliar with how to take their babies on a plane.
Today, Tongshu Auntie brings a lot of useful information. Everything you want to know about , for young children on airplanes is here.
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How old can a baby take a plane?
Policy: Air China stipulates that babies who are more than two weeks old and are in good health can fly. However, because the baby's resistance is relatively weak, the air recycled on the plane may be harmful to the baby. It is recommended that the baby should not fly again after four months.
Interpretation: Although babies two weeks after birth can already fly, given that the epidemic has not yet passed, it is recommended to wait until the child is at least four or five months old and has stronger resistance before considering flying. Five-month-old babies can already adapt well to changes in hot and cold and noisy environments. Babies at this age have already begun to sleep for a long time. During a long flight, they can sleep for more than three or four hours continuously, so mothers can worry less.
Key points: Due to the epidemic, many new parents are eager to take their babies back/go abroad to visit relatives. It’s best not to be impatient when traveling long distances.
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Do infants and young children need to buy tickets when flying?
Policy: According to the regulations of the civil aviation department, html infants under 32 years old need to purchase an infant ticket when flying. The price is one-tenth of the full adult fare, and infrastructure and fuel are exempted, but no on-board seats are provided. The fare for children aged 2-12 years old is about half of the full adult fare.
Interpretation: Many agents and online ticket purchasers cannot issue infant tickets . You need to purchase them separately with the airline, or go to the airport in advance on the day of departure. It should be noted that only five infants are allowed on a flight. If you do not purchase an infant ticket in advance, you may not be able to board the flight.
Key points: When purchasing an infant ticket, it is best to call the airline to confirm, and also confirm who is carrying the baby on the flight. The baby's ticket needs to be registered on the carrier's ticket.
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Traveling with more than two infants and young children
Policy: Infant passengers must travel with a guardian who is over 18 years old. Each guardian can only accompany one infant passenger. If the guardian needs to travel with more than one infant, he can only issue one infant ticket, and issue child tickets and provide seats for the other infants.
Interpretation: Nowadays, there are more and more families with two babies. If it is a pair of babies under two years old, then two adults must board the plane together and purchase one infant ticket and one child ticket.
Key points: If you have an infant under two years old, a child, and an adult can accompany you on the plane.
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How do infants and young children fly?
Policy: During flights, infant passengers must sit on the lap of their guardian and use a special infant safety belt. In addition, the aircraft are equipped with baby bassinets designed to be attached to the wall panel in front of the first row of seats. In addition, guardians can also purchase a child ticket in advance, apply for an independent seat for the baby, and use their own car-mounted infant safety seat with a size of 40*40 cm. There is no additional charge for the baby's carrier.
Interpretation: The baby safety belt has a ring that can be connected to the mother's safety belt. When the plane takes off and lands, the mother must hold the baby on her lap and fasten the seat belt. During the entire flight, these two times are the most difficult. The baby cannot move freely and will cry due to the discomfort caused by the ascent and descent of the plane. Therefore, mothers must prepare bottles, wipes and toys before fastening their seat belts and keep them on hand for emergencies.
Key points: baby cradle is simply a savior for mothers on long-distance flights! The air-conditioned air on the plane is relatively cool. You can ask the flight attendant for a small blanket to cover the baby, and then zip up the cradle to ensure that the baby does not fall off. The number of baby bassinets is limited. It is best to book in advance and reserve a seat in the first row. Baby bassinets cannot be installed in other seats. If you really forget or don't have time, you can also ask the flight attendant for help after getting on the plane and ask to change seats. Generally, this is possible.
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Are there meals for infants and young children on the plane?
Policy: Most flights have special baby food prepared for babies in need. consists of fruits and vegetables, etc., and is served in special containers. Guardians can reserve it in advance 24 hours before the flight takes off. According to civil aviation regulations, liquid dairy products carried by passengers with infants are allowed to be carried on board the aircraft after being confirmed by security inspection. If you bring solid or liquid baby food by yourself, you need to pay attention to ensure that the baby food is packed in a container that does not exceed 100 ml.
Interpretation: Generally speaking, baby cans are prepared on the plane, but the quantity is limited, and the taste is uncertain, and the baby may not like the taste. For babies who need to drink milk powder, it is best to bring some hot water and milk powder in a thermos cup.
Key points: Due to the high air pressure on the plane, the water temperature can only reach about 80 degrees, and the conditions on the plane are limited and there is no clean water of your own, so it is best to prepare it yourself.
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What facilities are there for babies on the plane?
Policy: Most aircraft bathrooms are equipped with facilities for baby changing diapers - baby boards. There will be small blankets provided in the cabin. Due to quantity restrictions, please make a reservation with the flight attendant in advance.
Interpretation: was squeezed into a small bathroom at an altitude of tens of thousands of meters, put the crying baby on the hard baby board, changed the baby's diaper while dangling, and took off the underwear stained with cake, wiped the baby's body, and put on a set of clean clothes from the inside out. Who has experienced this sour feeling? Therefore, be sure to wear clothes that are easy to change for your baby. If the clothes are contaminated by urine and feces, they can be changed quickly. For older babies, it is best to use pull-up pants , which are easy to put on and take off and can be changed while standing.
Key points: When taking a flight, it will be very convenient for your baby to wear loose, lightweight and easy-to-change clothes, whether sleeping or going to the toilet.
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How to carry a stroller?
policy: strollers can be carried directly on board the aircraft as long as they meet the standard of carry-on baggage SIZE (20*40*55CM) after being folded. If the size exceeds the size, you can only check it in. The cart can be checked in when changing the boarding pass to , or it can be handed over to the staff at the boarding gate. In most cases, when you get off the plane, the staff can pick it up directly at the aircraft gate. Sometimes you need to go to the baggage office to pick it up yourself. You need to ask clearly. An infant passenger can bring a stroller free of charge.
interpretation: Now you know how important it is to choose a travel stroller. The stroller is small and can be carried around, eliminating the trouble of checking in; the stroller is light and is not difficult to carry when checking in; the stroller is easy to fold and can be quickly installed, especially when you need to take the shuttle bus , a stroller that is easy to fold and unfold is particularly important.
Key points: Most airlines will also give you a special bag for the cart to prevent the cart from being damaged during the check-in process. Sometimes you need to ask the staff for it.
Things you should prepare for your baby when flying
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In addition to bringing enough milk powder and food for your baby.
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Enough diapers, diaper bags, wipes, and one or two spare clothes.
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The toys your baby usually likes, such as the doll that accompanies him to sleep every day, can help him cope with the boring journey .
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With a small blanket or quilt, the baby can easily fall asleep anytime and anywhere.
[Q&A] Question and answer session
Q: It is the first time for to take a baby on a plane. I am afraid that the plane will damage the baby's eardrums, because the baby's eardrums are thinner than those of adults. Is this true?
A: Don’t listen to methods like putting cotton in your baby’s ears. This is of no use in protecting your baby’s eardrums. The correct method is to feed your baby milk or snacks during takeoff and landing so that your baby can fully swallow.If your baby cries, don't stop it too much, because crying helps open the baby's Eustachian tube and reduce pressure.
Q: Why is it best not to let your baby sleep during takeoff and landing?
A: Because the possibility of eardrum damage during sleep will be greatly increased. But if it is a night flight and the baby is really sleepy, you can let the baby suck on the mother's breast or pacifier, so that the baby can maintain the sucking action even if he is drowsy.
Q: Why is it better to postpone the trip if the baby has a cold?
A: Colds can cause Eustachian tube obstruction. Due to air pressure changes during takeoff and landing, the air pressure inside and outside the ears and sinuses is unbalanced, which can easily lead to tympanic membrane and sinus barotrauma.
Q: Why should you sit as close to the front of the plane as possible when taking your baby on a plane?
A: Because the air circulation in the front cabin of the aircraft is slightly better than that in the rear cabin. It is best to reserve seats in the first row of each section, or seats near the aisle, so that it is easy to get in and out without disturbing other passengers.
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