Unfortunately, there’s a lot of confusion about whether or not breast pumps are considered medical devices (which would not count as one of your carry-on bags). Pack your pump, breast milk, and freezer packs together in one bag to simplify your life.
#Extra tsa check ahead of dlight pro
Pro tip: the heavy duty ice packs last longer than the frozen gel packs. Unfortunately, it may depend on the TSA agent you encounter as TSA agents have the final say about what is allowed through security. If there’s any liquid in them, they’re held to the liquid rule of 3.4 ounces or less. If they’re slushy or partially melted, they may be subjected to additional screening. You’re allowed to carry freezer bags, ice packs, and gel packs to keep your breast milk frozen, but they need to be frozen solid. You can also ask the TSA agent to put on a fresh pair of gloves if they handle your bottles or bags of milk. However, if it’s thawed, TSA agents may want to test it for explosives, but you have the right to say no. Screening procedures are increasingly non-invasive, so if your breast milk is frozen, a visual inspection is usually fine. Your breast milk does not need to be X-rayed or opened. Let the TSA agents know you’re traveling with breast milk and separate your pump and bottles (empty or full) from other liquids for screening.Ģ. Unlike shampoo and other liquids, breast milk is exempt from the “limited quantity rule” of 3.4 ounces. Many traveling breastfeeding folks don’t know their rights because, let’s face it, the TSA guidelines are vague and confusing. So before you book your next flight, here’s what you need to know.īreast milk, formula, and juice are all allowed in your carry-on bag. Every week there are stories about parents traveling with breast milk who encounter a TSA agent who makes them prove their breast milk actually is breast milk (and then contaminates it).
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