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[quote=Anonymous]I didn't read the other responses, but I am wondering if you are sure you couldn't walk around the plane a few times?  I flew many times with DD at that age, and even when the seatbelt sign is on you can go to the bathroom.  So we "went to the bathroom" several times in a flight, even if really all we were doing was walking down the aisle back and forth a few times between drink service (i.e. when the aisles were empty).

I also think you probably could diversify what you bring for your child to do.  I made a point of always saving a couple of videos or games that usually DD didn't get to see/play, or coloring books she didn't usually get to play with, and break them out on long flights so it was like a special treat and it kept her occupied.  It did kind of get to the point though where she expected new/exciting things and would barely play with one thing before asking "What else do you have??" but we got through it. :)

Lastly, you probably need to work on your sense of how you handle your DS's screaming, since most likely that's what you were really worried about (that and crying or kicking are the only things anyone else on the plane is even going to notice).  You may not do much to curb it when you're at home because it's normal or you think it's not a big deal.  You may want to try working on how you handle the screaming in "safe" environments where you can figure out which approach will help your son to understand "inside voice" and "outside voice", or at least to understand/follow that when you're in restaurants or on planes.

I think I briefly saw someone say "indulge him", that is a huge huge mistake.  As soon as he realizes you will do anything he wants in certain contexts, you are asking for the worst behavior you've ever seen or the most absurd requests/demands youv'e ever seen.  Consistent behavior expectations are much more effective.

Good luck on your next flight![/quote]

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