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3 Quick Tips For Flying With A Toddler
In the olden days, flying was a civilized adventure. People got dressed up and sipped wine and relaxed while they zoomed to their fabulous destination. Well, maybe some people, but what about the parents? Somehow I doubt being confined in their Sunday best while trying to keep little ones quiet was ever smooth sailing.
We’ve been flying with our kids since they were tiny – and these quick tips have managed to save our sanity (and probably that of our fellow passengers!)
1. Create…
I’ll never dispute the value of a gadget or seat-back entertainment, but paper or a new coloring book and crayons have kept my daughter busy for the bulk of most of our trips. To avoid twisting yourself in ways you weren’t meant to be twisted in order to retrieve dropped crayons, use an inexpensive clear pencil case (a make-up bag also works) to contain them. My daughter has learned to put each color back once she’s done with it and we also avoid the awkward cramming of the crayon back into the box.
2. Consume…
These days, you’re lucky to get a bag of peanuts on a flight, never mind a meal. Allergies notwithstanding, it’s highly unlikely your child would eat plane food anyway. Be sure to have plenty of edibles on hand – and allowing “treat” foods is a great way to ensure a few moments of peace. Try to minimize sugar content, and during take-off and landing are good times to introduce a favourite drink or snack, as swallowing helps clear the Eustachian tubes that can cause ear pain.
3. Cuddle…
Guard it with your life, but bring your child’s favourite cuddly toy or blanket on board. After coloring a few masterpieces and then consuming vast quantities of junk (chips are her weakness), my daughter typically snuggles into her “woobie” and dozes off. Sometimes the hum and vibration of the plane will send kids off to sleep anyway. If that happens to you, count your blessings and enjoy your few moments of peace!
About the Author
Corinne McDermott is the founder of Have Baby Will Travel: Your Online Guide for Travel with Babies, Toddlers, and Small Children. Mother of two, she’s appeared on Canada’s top-rated talk and morning shows delivering tips on traveling with little ones, and her writing’s been featured in Canadian Family magazine and the Huffington Post.
Social Toddler offers local event and activity listings, parenting advice from industry experts, and a social networking platform where parents can find playgroups, plan playdates and meet other moms and dads in their area.
For more information, please visit http://havebabywilltravel.com/main/home.htm or www.socialtoddler.com
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