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GettyTraveling with a baby often means lugging tons of supplies. And if baby gear gets lost or damaged along the way it can be a real headache.
A travel insurance policy can protect costly items like baby equipment that gets lost, damaged or stolen.
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Travel Insurance Coverage for Baby Equipment
When you’re traveling with an infant or young child, most airlines allow certain items—such as a diaper bag, breast pump and milk, and compact folding stroller—on board in addition to your carry-on bags, says Daniel Durazo, a spokesperson with travel insurance provider Allianz Partners. But some airlines might require that you check “large” strollers.
Before you travel, check with your airline for the specific details, such as exact measurements of what can be carried on.
A travel insurance policy that includes baggage benefits can protect your baby equipment while you’re traveling.
If equipment like a stroller or bassinet is lost, damaged or stolen while you’re traveling, a travel insurance plan can reimburse you for the actual cash value, repair or replacement—whichever is less—up to your coverage limits, says Durazo….
