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5 tips for traveling by air with children
Spring, for some families, means packing bags and heading to the airport for a getaway. However, flying with young children can be stressful.
“New experiences can be exciting for some children, but they can also be frightening, especially if it’s your child’s first time flying,” said Linda Nelson, a program developer on KinderCare’s education team. “Talking about what will happen can help your family manage expectations and focus on the fun of travel.”
Consider these ideas to help make family airplane travel an enjoyable adventure for everyone.
Schedule Flights Smartly
If you have the ability, pick a flight that works with your child’s current eating and sleeping schedules. Aim for a flight that occurs between mealtimes, and try to fly during normal naptime.
