Pack a Little Heartsense for the Flight

It’s Spring Break time, meaning many families may be flying with children. Little can be done about a child’s excited squeals of delight or the cries that come from pressure changes. However, there are things parents can do to keep the flight as pleasant as possible.

Talk with children on their level beforehand to explain what’s expected. As a parent, be prepared to be “on.” If you expect to be entertaining the little people for the duration of the flight, it won’t become a stress inducer. When the activities you brought get boring, get creative. Shop the Sky Mall catalog together or take a walk up the aisle. Produce a surprise item stashed in a carry-on. A whole roll of Scotch tape to himself could keep a three-year-old entertained for …minutes.

Those without children should pack a little heartsense along with their noise-cancelling headphones. Sometimes the best efforts of parents do not lead to complete control.

Friendly skies and good manners never go out of style.