Can you take frozen breast milk in hand luggage?

Try to avoid packing a lot of extra bottles in your carry-on. If you need to pack your breast milk in a small cooler with ice packs or frozen gel freezer packs, these items are allowed when traveling in the US. Keep in mind that frozen and partially frozen breast milk will also go through the screening process.



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Yes. Your breast pump is considered a personal item and can be carried on like a laptop or a purse on most airlines. While some airlines consider breast pumps a medical device and don't count it toward your carry-on total, others do. Call your airline ahead of time to confirm their policy.

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If milk is frozen solid, they will only look at the bags. If breastmilk is in liquid form, they will test each bag. Which is why I recommend traveling with breastmilk frozen instead. Watch the security folks like a hawk and ask them to put on clean gloves.

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Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.

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Formula, breast milk, toddler drinks, and baby/toddler food (to include puree pouches) in quantities greater than 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters are allowed in carry-on baggage and do not need to fit within a quart-sized bag.

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“Chilled breastmilk may be safely transported in a cooler bag with ice packs for up to 24 hours,” she adds. “Then when you get home, you can either use the milk, refrigerate it, or freeze it, depending on the length of your trip.”

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Can I bring water for baby formula on a plane? Yes! Again, water for baby formula and babies is permitted by TSA in “reasonable quantities” in carry-on bags.

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Most airlines will insist that your baby is at least two weeks old. There are no standard regulations, so it's best to check with your airline before you book. Some airlines may ask you to provide a fit-to-fly letter from your doctor if your baby is less than two weeks old.

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What is allowed in your carry-on bag?
  • Alcoholic beverages. ...
  • Baby food and equipment. ...
  • Cooked meat, seafood, vegetables and other prepared foods. ...
  • Disposable razors. ...
  • Electronics. ...
  • Lighters and matches. ...
  • Nonflammable liquids under 3.4 ounces. ...
  • Prescription medication.


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