There’s a lot of advice for flying with kids out there, but one of the most frequent questions I’m asked is how to entertain a 1-year-old on the plane.

I am not here to tell you whether or not you should fly or not fly during COVID-19. There are so many factors that go into each person’s decision, such as whether or not cases are rising where you live, whether or not cases are rising at your destination, and whether you have high-risk individuals in your family or inner circle.

This blog post is merely recounting my experience flying with babies and toddlers to help give others planning to fly with little ones an idea of what to expect.

The insane costs of flying with kids can be enough to deter parents from traveling to far-off destinations altogether.

Over the years, though, I’ve picked up on a few secrets for finding more affordable flights so families can actually afford to go somewhere other than cities within road-tripping distance.

Are you nervous to fly with your baby, toddler, or small children? I don’t blame you.

Being trapped in a metal tube hurtling through the air with a kid who just wants to move and explore is a challenge, to put it kindly. Then there’s the enjoyable process of navigating airport security with a baby on your hip and a bored TSA agent hustling you along without even making eye contact. No matter how prepared you are, there is bound to be some stress involved in air travel with kids.