I will be traveling with my 2 year old son soon. I don't have a portable DVD player yet but am thinking of buying one. Also what other toys or things should I take with me. The flight will be a 9 hour flight.
2007-01-17 13:37:55 · 11 answers · asked by Fido A 2 in Travel ➔ Travel (General) ➔ Packing & Preparation
5 hours!?! Wow, and I thought 2 1/2 was bad! We recently learned that our 2 year old LOVES to watch movies on our lap-top. I think a portable DVD player would be perfect! Also take some coloring books and crayons and a small set of "Lego's". Be sure to take some books to read to him!
Good Luck and enjoy you trip! ;)
2007-01-17 13:48:32 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
No - it is NOT necessary to have a portable DVD player - but if you are going to get one - then there is nothing to stop you.
People have travelled with children for decades without them and seem to have survived ok. Don't let "keeping up with the Jones" and what other people expectation of what you SHOULD have dictate you. You are in control of the child - NOT the other way around. Plan for the trip. Young children need more than just movies. Remember that their attention span is very short. Do some research. There is plenty of resources about this issue. Snacks, drinks, toys are good ideas. Have a few special toys or activity packed away - things to keep them occupied but don't let the children see what they are. Introduce each thing one at a time every hour or so.
I have flown 8-9 hours flights many times and have noticed people with young children seem to survive ok without a protable DVD player.
The flight attendants should have some goodies to keep them occpupied on board. Also, as people have answered above, more than likely the child will sleep a lot during the flight.
So, you got the pros and cons. The decision is up to you.
Have a great flight.
2007-01-17 14:06:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh, you are brave! Nine hours in a car I could do with a two year old. I couldn't do a nine hour flight by myself. I would get the DVD player if he likes that sort of thing...and lots of eye catching videos for children. The Baby Einstein videos for kids is what my daughter uses for her small ones. Picture books are always good. Big pictures - few words. A favorite stuffed toy - the one he drags around all the time not a new one. The one he loves. Provides security - or a favorite small blanket or both. Good Luck!
2007-01-17 13:49:07 · answer #3 · answered by megan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest that you purchase a portable DVD player. You should also bring whatever his favorite toys are and also his favorite blanket (if he has one) you want your son to be comfortable on the flight.
2007-01-18 02:02:20 · answer #4 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, DVD player, DVD, the kid's own toys, favorite snacks and bottles with both milk and water, extra diapers and clothes for change.
For flying, you need the usual portion plus 2 more for take-off and landing, because your ears pop as the plane elevates in the air. And swallowing lessen it for adults as well as children. Older kids can suck on candy, or chew gum, but babies should drink something to mimic that effect.
For babies, make them drink milk or water can lessen the effect of ear pain. So, the kid won't cry hysterically and not knowing how to say to you -- pain, a lot of pain in ear. For landing, one more. Do time it perfectly, so the bottle won't run out before the pilot stabilize at certain altitude.
Hope this helps.
2007-01-17 14:56:08 · answer #5 · answered by Cappuccino 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know this seems ridiculous but bring bubble gum! Whenever I am on a flight and a small child is bing a grouch I start blowing bubbles and they think it is crazy. Infants just stare and toddlers try to grab it and mimmick you with their tongue and if they are old enough to count you can have them count down to popping it.
It won't last all 9hrs (your jaw would be pretty tired too) but it works for those on-the-brink-of-tantrum moments.
Good luck with the flight!
2007-01-17 14:04:46 · answer #6 · answered by St. Judy's comet 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that he will be sleeping most of it. I'd bring some teething rings for sure, maybe a few childrens books to read to him, his blankey, favorite stuffed aminal and just little things babys like, his pretend keys, nothing that is too noisey that will irritate other people and I would not suggest running out to purchase an expensive portable DVD player for your son, unless you are going to use it for yourself.
2007-01-17 13:42:14 · answer #7 · answered by ROOR 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
We didn't have portable DVD players when we were kids...you don't need that. Finger foods, small QUIET toys, books. These should take care of your needs.
2007-01-17 13:40:41 · answer #8 · answered by no free rides 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
u can but most children probably will sleep near the whole way he will probably only be awake at the start of the flight
2007-01-17 13:41:04 · answer #9 · answered by MS32291 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely. I would also try and take some other toys that he is familiar with.
2007-01-17 13:42:08 · answer #10 · answered by Corrine L 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋