Things to Know When Taking a Baby to Umrah or Hajj

Posted by Ady Grewal on December 3rd, 2019

Umrah or Hajj, there isn’t any restriction on taking your children with you. Even infants can also go for umrah or hajj and the same rules also apply to the babies. Ihram, Tawaf, Sa’i, Halq, and all the other rituals. The only difference is that parents can make the intention of umrah/hajj on behalf of their child and thus perform the pilgrimage. The reward of which is given to both the baby and its parents. Surprisingly, most of the people who take their babies on the pilgrimage don’t have to face any difficulties.

However, there are some tips you can follow to ensure that you have a peaceful journey for umrah and hajj when taking a baby.

Spend a little more

Comfortable flight and accommodation is the first thing that you need to consider when taking a baby to umrah or hajj. Always use quality airlines and direct flights. Most of the travel agents offer a variety of luxury packages. Prefer buying 5 star Ramadan Umrah packages 2020. Pay a little more in order to get private accommodation. As it will not only offer you privacy with your child but also a relaxing environment for your baby to sleep and rest.

Proper Vaccinations

Although some vaccinations are preliminarily required as a condition by the Saudi Government, there can be more than that. Especially for infants. Babies have a higher chance of catching viral diseases as there are not strongly immune to them. Therefore, consult your doctor. Ask for any additional, specific vaccinations and get their shots.

Pack efficiently

Packing efficiently means packing all the essential items with you, not all the things. Like, Take baby carrier and a lightweight stroller with you. It will keep your baby safe. In addition, it will help you during Tawaf and Sa’i as well as also when you have to walk long distances as part of the pilgrimage. Bring enough diapers. Don’t forget to take sufficient clothes in accordance with the daily weather. Use sunscreens/moisturizers as the atmosphere there is dry.

Always carry suitable medications after consulting the doctor

Babies can easily fall sick upon arrival in Saudia Arabia. Flu, Fever, or stomach-ache can be common problems. Therefore, always take some precautionary medicines with you but they have to prescribed by the doctor.

Bring your child’s favorites; toys, water bottles, snacks, etc

One of the best things to keep babies enjoying on their own during the trip is to give them their favorite toys, snacks, and milk/water bottles. It keeps them busy while you can easily perform the holy rituals.

Prefer going to crowded places during off-peak hours

Don’t ever go to crowded places along with your baby. Places, where pushing and shoving of the crowd, are common. Either leave them in hotel rooms with some guardian and go alone or utilize off-peak hours if you also want to take them with you.

 You can explore from a variety of Cheap umrah packages from Glasgow especially when coming from the UK. So that you can make reservations with top-notch hotel services in advance, at an affordable price.