Flying into the UK from Fiji is no easy feat – 20+ hours, multiple time zones, and more transit than one heart can handle. But doing it with two-year-old twins? Sis. Chhhhhhiiiillldddd.

To be honest, I barely remember half the flight. It’s all a bit of a blur – like a dream, but with snack crumbs, tantrums, and airplane bathrooms. What I do remember though are the little things that helped make a big difference.

Here’s what helped me survive (and sort of thrive) on a long-haul flight from Nadi to London – solo, with toddlers in tow.

PACKING: Simple, Strategic, Sanity-Saving

• Keep it simple, but plan for everything. Extra clothes. Extra diapers. Extra wipes. Extra sanity.
• Ziplocks and packing compartments were my BFFs. I (more like my whole village, shout-out to the fams) packed everything in categories – snacks, toys, spare clothes, first aid – and labeled them. No digging through chaos at 30,000 feet.
• Snacks are your superpower. We packed five snack bags per kid (yes, chiiiiild, five), and we landed with only two. Trust me, just pack the snacks.
• Toys you’re okay with losing. Because one will fall under a seat mid-flight and no, you won’t have the energy to dig it out when it’s time to disembark. Just bring small, semi-interesting things and keep the expectations real.

Clothing: Comfort Over Cute (But Cute Still Welcome)

• Comfy and easy on/off is the name of the game. No buttons or buckles when you’re trying to change in the air.
• Layers, layers, layers. For you and the littles. Planes go from sauna to freezer real quick.
• Shoes: Keep them comfy and stable. This is not the time for heels or fashion week (unless that’s your thang mama). You’ll be walking, standing, lifting babies – wear something your feet will thank you for.

Food + Drink: Familiar and Fuss-Free

• Stick to what they know. Flights aren’t the time to experiment with new snacks. or drinks. We packed UFOs, Twisties, Peanut Ruffs, chocolates, and gummies – familiar and easy (Shop-N-Save and Extra).
• Bring their water bottles from home. I just refilled them with water, OJ and AJ during transit and on the plane. No fuss. No meltdowns (well, fewer meltdowns).

Transit: Rest When You Can

• Book a transit hotel room if you have the time. We had a six-hour layover and booked a room. Sis – lifesaver. We showered, changed, and even napped a little. Game. Changer.
• Flying through Singapore? 10/10 recommend. The airport is family-friendly and made our journey from Fiji to England smoother than expected.

Final Thoughts From A Tired But Triumphant Mama

Flying solo with twin toddlers sounds like madness – and maybe it is. But here’s the truth: you can do it.

My biggest takeaway?

• Focus on you and your babies. Don’t stress about what others are thinking.
• Accept help when it’s offered. People will help you – let them.
• God gotchu sis. Truly. That inner strength you think you don’t have? It kicks in when you need it most.

So to every mama preparing for a big move, long haul flight or wild transition: I see you. You’re stronger than you think. And you are not alone.

Stay blessed & traveling mercies.

-A