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Flying with kids on airplanes can be extremely stressful.

When Montana was young we were really lucky. She was a great traveler and still is. We only had one incident when she was little (which was an accident and my fault - sorry Montana!). So we were lucky.

I have to tell you though, I always feel for the parents whose kids are crying, or kicking or yelling on a long flight. You know how it is. Your kids kick up, and parents stress levels go through the roof!

Most of the time it isn't even that they are bad kids. It's that they are bored or tired, or both.

Back in the day (we are talking almost 40 years ago) when my mom would take me to England to see our family, she would put Gin in my bottle to help me sleep - OK, I am the first to admit that that may not be a great idea today, but she swore by it.

We have all seen (or heard) it. Kids having tantrums on planes. Do you have any tips or tricks to help parents and the passengers around them?

Avoid Tantrums on Airplanes with the tips in this video from Angela de Jong from About.com

Some Tips from the Video on Travelling with Kids

Stay calm and prepare for the flight
Let kids burn off energy in airport before getting on plane
Make sure they are comfortable
During boarding, take off and landing, talk to your kids about what is happening - ask them to tell you what they see
Lots of snacks, and activities
Walk around plane when you can
Don't stress if they get upset
Have a sucker or drink to help with ear popping

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