emz,

I travelled when Ariani was 5 months, when Shay was 6 months and Zaki was 4 months. We are going to Singapore in Dec, when Charlie is 7 and a bit months old.

Firstly, when you book your flights, ask your agent to book you a bassinet for bubs. These attach to the wall and bub can sleep in it during the flight. Also ask that they order baby food for Abby. The loos have change tables so that's where you can change her nappies, and in my experience, in the quiet times, I've always had a flight attendant or two be happy to take baby for a walk round the plane if it gets too much for you.

Last but not least, make sure Abby has something to suck on (bottle or boob) when you're descending. It helps with the pressure in her ears. She may have a cry anyway, but sucking apparently helps their little ears to 'pop'

Good luck!