it is often recommended to limit a newborn's exposure to potential infection during the first 4 - 8 weeks of life. for this reason alone it may be best to wait until your baby is 6-8 weeks old. waiting until after a month not only reduces some of the concerns asociated with exposure to infection but nursing may be better established as will the baby's routine. i have read that airlines will not allow a baby to fly that is less than 1 week old. i have also read some health care professionals say that babies as young as 2 weeks old can fly if needed. however since women are at increased risk for blood clots following delivery it may be best to wait a little while longer than 1 or 2 weeks for both mother's health and the baby's health. bottom line: if there is a compelling need to fly with your baby it can be done very early but you are likely best off waiting for at least 4 - 8 weeks. you should confer with your pediatrician for advice and check with your airline for their regulations as well.
how soon after a baby is born can you take him on an airplane?