Oh, what's this smell? Controversy over changing diapers in airplane seats
Oct 13, 2025
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A social platform Reddit user recently drew the attention of users by sharing what they experienced on an American Airlines flight from Dallas to Philadelphia.
He changed the baby's stinky diaper in the middle seat where a woman sat with her husband"The smell awakened even the passengers who were in deep sleep," he claimed. The bigger problem is that the seat was not cleaned properly after changing diapers.
In addition, the couple reportedly threw not only diapers but also snack wrappers and containers on the floor, and ignored the waste despite the crew collecting it several times.
The publisher who posted the article "The whole room was full of bad smell for a while"It was a smell bomb that no one wanted." he expressed.
The post sparked a heated debate on social media.
Some say "The in-flight bathroom is too narrow to change diapersHe defended the couple's actions, but many countered that "basic hygiene and consideration for others are essential, not a choice."
One Reddit user commented "I've seen too many parents changing diapers in their seats. It's disgusting"So I always carry disinfectant wipes"
One user who had experience flying with a small child said "It was small but could change enough diapers in the bathroom"I laid a blanket on my knee and ground the baby, and I put the used diaper in the zipper bag to minimize the smell."
It is persuasive to point out that online travel with a baby on board can be understood, but that other passengers should avoid being offended by it. As the cabin air is a space shared by everyone, minimal consideration is required.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
