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My brother-in-law (a doctor, mind you) would give his kids antihistamines for long car trips.  Make them sleep. I personally don’t approve of this……..

I believe the word is rambunctious and they would be 4 and 5 now... so how did they behave> Hope all went well....

Fly where and whenever you like, just don't sit them near me.

Ducky

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Get them something for their ears, as the main reason kids are unruly on planes, they are in discomfort from the altitude changes.  Lollipops or chewing gum, if they are old enough.  Talk to the Pediatrician about this before you go.  At least for the take off, until you get up to flying altitude.  Since they have tiny Eustachian tubes in their ears, it is more difficult for them to adjust and frankly, it hurts a lot!    Perhaps others will be more forgiving, with this information.  Also, there are kids who are just plain brats, seat kickers, etc...  For that, be a good parent, and do not let them disturb other passengers, promise them a special treat after the flight!  And follow through with an amazingly good one, to reward their good behavior...  Good luck.

You bring along a lot of toys, coloring books, books, snacks, games, and hope that they fall asleep. When we flew to Wisconsin, there was a woman in front of us that had a baby, a toddler, and a pre-schooler. She was flying up to Alaska !!  ........to join her husband !