The first time we took Lion out of the country at 15 months old, he got sick within the first 24 hours. I tend to overpack, particularly when it comes to medicines and first aid supplies, and I was grateful to have all the supplies I did. Depending on the country, you might also find it very easy to find the the necessary medications, even if they’re typically not available over-the-counter in the United States. Here are some tips on what to do when you have a medical issue while traveling.

Key Takeaways:

• I highly recommend putting your mini-pharmacy into your carry-on bag
• I like to be even more prepared because of language barriers and uncertainties on how easy it will be to find what we need.
• It’s helpful to know in advance what your insurance will cover in the event that something serious happens.

“Like pretty much everything with children, the best piece of advice is to be flexible.”

http://www.hellobee.com/2017/02/17/have-children-will-travel-medical-issues-while-traveling/