A mum has revealed the perfect trick for flying with young children and how to get them to sleep on the plane.
Whether you have a long-haul international flight or just a short trip, getting much-needed rest can be a real challenge when traveling with kids.
But one parent believes he has discovered the best method to ensure the whole family can sleep peacefully without any disturbances.
Travel expert Jessica Rach recently boarded an 18-hour flight from London to Bali alongside her son and had a trick up her sleeve to make the trip as smooth as possible.
She said investing in a flat bed was the best way to get her son to sleep.
“I decided to bring a seat extender to turn my son’s seat into a bed,” she said Condé Nast Traveler.
“It was a total game changer, and my son slept soundly for over 10 hours.
“It will accompany us everywhere from now on.”
The travel guru added how parents can use a children’s suitcase that turns into a box bed or invest in an inflatable mattress.
“I chose the Bubba board because it provided the perfect balance of comfort, low weight and easy setup,” she said.
The process is also completely uncomplicated, as parents simply place the board on the seat and attach the extension to the tray.
However, it’s important to note that many airlines have varying rules about which convertible beds or seat extenders are allowed.
Additionally, they are only allowed in the window or middle seat, so parents are advised to check before traveling.
There are plenty of other ways to ensure you and your kids have a smooth flight before your next long-haul trip.
Jessica suggests choosing the best seats in advance and packing an entertainment bag.
Sitting by the window and having things to occupy them can be the perfect distraction for kids – and save you the trouble of keeping them entertained.
Planning a late-night flight close to your arrival time is also helpful, as it ensures your children are less likely to have their sleep schedule disrupted.
Another mum also revealed her simple tip for keeping the kids entertained on a long-haul flight – and it costs just £3.
Instead of bringing items like eye masks, noise-canceling headphones and tablets, one mom suggested something a little different.
And a flight attendant has revealed his revolutionary tips for flying with kids that every parent should know.
Everything from plane maps to pre-boarding tactics can make all the difference on a long flight when you have young children in tow.
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