What is the airline's policy on travel with a child on my Southwest Airlines flight?

Southwest Airlines welcomes families traveling with children and has several policies and procedures in place to ensure a safe and comfortable flight for everyone on board. Here are some important things to know:

• Southwest allows children under the age of 2 to travel for free if they are seated on an adult's lap. However, if you prefer, you can purchase a ticket for your child and bring an FAA-approved car seat on board.
• Children over the age of 2 must have their own ticket and occupy their own seat during the flight.
• Southwest does not offer unaccompanied minor service, so children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a ticketed passenger who is at least 18 years old.
• Strollers and car seats are allowed as checked or carry-on baggage and do not count toward the normal baggage allowance.
• Southwest provides pre-boarding for families traveling with children under the age of 6. This allows you to board early and get settled in before the other passengers.