When we flew to Pennsylvania last week, Andy asked a few friends how we could keep our toddler occupied on a two hour flights. We repeatedly heard the response--portable DVD player. We didn't take one up with us, so the flight there was difficult to say the least. We did buy one in PA with a few episodes of Pooh and Tigger so that Cole might enjoy the flight home more. He did enjoy it and played with his headphones and tried to push the buttons... however, toddlers have limited vocabulary and comprehension of that vocabulary. No one told us what to do when the flight attendant says "It's time to stow away all portable electronic devices..." Can we say MELTDOWN?! He was screaming to the top of his lungs for what seemed like 10 minutes. He cried. He kicked the seat in front of him. He just lost it. What could we do? NOTHING! So if anyone has any ideas about how to get him to stop watching the DVD player on his own, we are open for suggestions before we have another meltdown over Thanksgiving!
Friday, October 10, 2008
Just before the screaming began
When we flew to Pennsylvania last week, Andy asked a few friends how we could keep our toddler occupied on a two hour flights. We repeatedly heard the response--portable DVD player. We didn't take one up with us, so the flight there was difficult to say the least. We did buy one in PA with a few episodes of Pooh and Tigger so that Cole might enjoy the flight home more. He did enjoy it and played with his headphones and tried to push the buttons... however, toddlers have limited vocabulary and comprehension of that vocabulary. No one told us what to do when the flight attendant says "It's time to stow away all portable electronic devices..." Can we say MELTDOWN?! He was screaming to the top of his lungs for what seemed like 10 minutes. He cried. He kicked the seat in front of him. He just lost it. What could we do? NOTHING! So if anyone has any ideas about how to get him to stop watching the DVD player on his own, we are open for suggestions before we have another meltdown over Thanksgiving!
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Allison, it is so good to find you on here! I saw you through the blog roll at the Lee Alumni site.
Sorry about the meltdown. Maybe next time, you could have his favorite snack and/or book on hand when they make you put it all away.
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