The skies are friendly, but here are steps you can take to help your child feel ready to board an airplane without you.
With a little preparation, your child can manage a whole flight without an accompanying adult.
As I prepare him — and myself — for the big day, I asked experts for tips on how to make it a smooth ride for everyone. Here’s what they said.“I would consider quite strongly what level of maturity they have, how well they are able to make decisions for themselves, how well they’re able to follow directions that might have multiple steps to them, how shy they may be, or how readily they’re able to ask adults for help,” said Dr. Cindy T. Graham, a child psychologist practicing in Maryland.
Review basic in-flight protocol, such as not being able to use the bathroom during take-off and landing, how to use the call button to get the flight attendant’s attention and what to do in an emergency.When discussing the upcoming flight, don’t make assumptions about what your child is thinking or feeling.“You want to give space for the child to talk about what their concerns are,” said Graham.hat’s the scariest part about flying alone?” and using their response as a guide to prepare them.
Snacks are another favorite distraction. Pack plenty, perhaps including a usually-not-allowed treat that your child can look forward to eating. Sara Nelson, president of the, which represents flight attendants who work for a number of major airlines, said snacks should be peanut-free, and that kids should also have a water bottle they can fill before boarding
Daniels suggested making a call to the person who is going to be picking them up so they can “hear directly from that person where they will be waiting when they get off the plane.”You want your child to know that you believe they can do this, but at the same time, you have to “know the point for your child to call it off,” said Graham. An impending tantrum could be a signal, as could physical symptoms such as fever, headache or vomiting.
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