How New Airport Security Rules Affect Flying with Your Baby

Formula, Breast Milk, and Other Liquids

• Mothers flying with—and now without—their child are permitted to bring breast milk in quantities greater than 3 ounces as long as you separate these items from the liquids, gels, and aerosols in a quart-size and zip-top bag; declare the items to the TSA security officer at the security checkpoint; and present the items for additional inspection once reaching X-ray. These items are subject to additional screening.

• Security officers will not test or taste (or even ask you or your child to test or taste) the formula or breast milk.

• To minimize hassles, bring only as much formula or milk you need to get your baby to your final destination.

• Juice and other liquids are restricted to 3-ounce containers.

• Baby formula, breast milk, or juice, may be packed in your luggage and checked with your airline.