How Do You Travel With A Small Child On An Airplane?
Traveling by air can most certainly be a tiresome experience for an adult. Add a child to the mix and you may have a very long and stressful day. However, with a little planning and forethought, you can make airline travel with your child as much fun as the vacation itself. Try to reserve your flight at the child’s best time of day. If they are in their best mood when they wake up at 5 a.m., by all means reserve that 8 a.m. flight! Show pictures and explain to your child what your airplane trip is going to entail. Getting through security, waiting to board, and waiting for all passengers to be seated are steps we are all familiar with, but these steps can be daunting to a small child if they don’t know what to expect. Show them pictures of airports, inside and out, as well as pictures of your destination. Pack a fun carry-on bag. Put a few of your child’s favorites in a bag that you will be able to keep under your seat or somewhere that will be easily accessible. Lollipops and sippy cu
