Essentials for Flying With Kids

Anyone who has ever tried to get headphones on a young child knows the struggle - they pull them off, they tug on the cords, or they lose parts and pieces. These ingenious volume-limiting headphones are perfect for young children for many reasons. They're comfortable, cute, and the cord runs down the back of the child's head, making this perfect for traveling in a plane or car.

Kristy Pepping said:  We recently discovered these at the local supermarket and brought them on spring break for our four-year-old. The pen takes a tiny bit of water, which is easy to fill from a plane seat. Then, your child can press the pen down gently and color pages in the book with the pen. The nice thing is, you can let the pages dry and reuse it!

Kristy Pepping said:  When you are on a plane with a toddler or a little kid, you need to utilize every square inch you have. Put those windows to good use. Grab a set of these window clings, entertain your child and have them learn their ABCs!

Lisa R said:  The last time I was at the airport, carrying my stubborn toddler in one arm, pulling a suitcase with the other and wearing a backpack, another family strolled by with several kids in tow on these ride-on style suitcases. Suddenly my stubborn toddler was also a jealous toddler. Don't be me. Be that family.

Beth Wood said:  Wikki Stix will keep your little traveler busy on your trip! These wax covered sticks of yarn are soft and pliable to use and they stick to each other to make 3-D sculptures. You can twist them, bend them, stick them on paper to make shapes and much more. The travel set comes in a carrying case and includes a book of ideas!

Kristy Pepping said:  Do you ever notice how items are always rolling down the aisle on an airplane? I don't know how many times I have been tapped on the shoulder to have one of my child's missing items returned to me. These triangle crayons won't roll and are perfect for coloring on a tray table. Plus, they come in a nice carrying case.

Brigitte Nohra Miller said:  This little changing bag is perfect for an easy and quick diaper change when you’re away from the comfort of home, whether you are traveling or simply out shopping or at a restaurant. This tiny bag is ingeniously designed to hold diapers, travel-sized diaper cream and wipes. It is so easy and handy to have and carry on: you can clip it to the diaper bag and easily grab it whenever you need to use it. A baby must-have item for moms on-the-go!

Beth Wood said:  Once the excitement of boarding and take off wears off, kids can get bored pretty quickly on a plane. Having games on-hand is always a good idea. This activity book is made of sturdy laminated paperboard and includes 17 pages of fun activities and games that wipes clean after each use with the included write on wipe off markers. You'll find mazes, fun math games, story fill-ins, code breakers and more!

Kristy Pepping said:  During take off and landing, kids' ears can bother them. It's hard to realize you need to swallow to relieve the pressure. Try taking along these organic suckers. The constant swallowing from a sucker will relieve any ear pressure.

Kristy Pepping said:  I have a toddler and two school-aged kids and they will all play with these sticker books. These sticker books are reusable, come in several themes and are easy enough to peel off for toddlers.

Kristy Pepping said:  Babies can be hard to travel with on a plane. They can get fussy and lose interest easily. Plus, as a parent, you often feel guilty for passengers around you if your baby is crying. When we had infants, we found bringing a toy that suctions onto the tray table in front of you helps to distract a crying baby.

Kristy Pepping said:  These little books come with one marker each that won't mark on anything around it. It is clear, but when you put it on the special paper, it adds color. These books come in several themes to appeal to different interests!

Laila Talley said:  Pipe cleaners are the best STEM toy for the plane. Encourage your child to make a crown, a funny pair of glasses, a headband with ears, or a hat. The possibilities are endless.

Laila Talley said:  This is perfect for keeping little hands busy, and it teaches a new skill. Learn how to zip, snap, tie, and more! This was perfect for our son when we traveled abroad. It kept him busy for hours and helped him over the hurdle of learning to dress himself. He now picks his own clothes out and puts them on the right way.

Kelly R. said:  This creative hands-on book is a great quiet time activity for young kids. It is filled with interactive components (zippers, buttons, buckles, etc) for fine motor and sensory play. The entire book zips closed to safely contain all of the pieces, making it a perfect toy for car or plane rides!