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| Ear Planes |
| Many parents rave about how well ear planes work for children with sinus problems or a cold. It is
important to insert them before the start of descent when most ear pain is felt. For more information
about understanding, preventing and treating ear pain, see Chapter 5 of Jet With Kids. |
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| First Aid Kit |
| A small kit with necessities for your child is good to carry with you – don’t rely on others to have what you may need. *Remember to remove all prohibited items like scissors and liquids from kit before security! |
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| Frio Cool Pouch |
My brother in law uses this pouch to keep his insulin cool while flying. This is a great product for anyone with
medication needing to be kept cool.
Remember all medication must be properly labeled to clear security. Any liquid medication should be
declared to the TSA agents to prevent hassles. |
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| IcyBag |
This little insulated bag was invented when the hot sun melted a bride's
makeup and she decided to design a bag that would keep her makeup
cool. However, for my flight I chose to use the IcyBag for
storing my brother-in-law's insulin and my son's Colby Jack
individually wrapped cheese. I placed the 3 ounce gel pack
in the freezer the day before we traveled and wrote a note to myself
to remember it the day we left.
The little gel pack was frozen solid -however, I did still remove it
for security (since it is a gel) and placed it in the bin with the medical supplies
I was also declaring.
The cheese snack was a great addition to the crackers and a nice
cold surprise for my son mid-flight. It also was good for my breastfeeding
sister when she needed a snack.
I was surprised when I was able to fit an entire sandwhich inside the bag
without squishing it. The bag is larger than it appears yet
very convenient to travel with as it fits into a diaper bag or purse and can be
attached to a backpack or suitcase with the two different types of hooks on the bag.
I prefer to use this over some of the other bags I have used in the
past to keep medication cool. No mess with this bag as the closed gel packet is inserted
into a thin fabric cover and is tethered conveniently in the middle of the bag.
The gel pack is reported to last 3 times as long as ice.
Like many products that are valuable for travel, this bag's many uses make it a necessity for
life away from home-whether in the car or on an airplane.
From preventing makeup and lotions from melting or from getting
piping hot- to keeping snacks or medication cold, this make-up size, water-resistant
bag may surprise you how handy it is for your traveling needs. |
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| NoQweez Motion Discomfort Wrist Bands |
| I used these wrist bands during pregnancy and combined with staying hydrated in flight, I remained nausea free! |
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| Pedia Pak First Aid Kit |
| This is a more comprehensive kit – when items are purchased individually, they cost over $150! This is a kit I would consider taking along to remote travel locations. Remember to remove prohibited items like scissors and liquids before security. |
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| Plane Sheets |
I originally was interested in recommending these seat covers for sick children that are flying to children's hospitals, sick kids camps, or for the much needed family vacation. Many times a suppressed immune system necessitates extra steps - and we all know that flying exposes us to "international germs". I also liked these covers for people who have environmental and food allergies.
I reviewed both the disposable and the washable airplane seat covers on this last flight. That's when I realized - even though I had thought of this cover for sick kids, it was calming to me to see my child settle into his seat and be surrounded by a seat cover that I knew was "ours". The cover I reviewed was a pleasant sage color, but there are many different colors and patterns available to choose from - camouflage, zebra, and even hot pink - the list goes on to suit your taste. There is also a chenille material for an ultra soft seat. An added bonus is the monogramming option for the Elizabeth Collection solids.
My son sat in the seat with the washable sage cover and I sat in the one with the disposable blue cover. His seat was more colorful, softer and seemed to stay in place easier.
However, I think for those trips where you don't want to haul a cover around, the disposable option is great. The disposable covers come in a pack of two and the washable cover has its very own zipped case for keeping your cover clean and easy to transport.
For those who are traveling with compromised immune systems or allergies, or anyone who wants protection from soiled seats, PlaneSheets not only personalizes your seat, but protects from any "personalization" done by the massive amounts of passengers who sat in that seat before you!
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| Pocket Tissue |
| One of my favorite items to take along – because if you need tissue and don’t have
it... misery! I stuff these little packets in all our bags and definitely include one in my "basic
pack" that is filled with necessity items and fits in the seat pocket on the plane. |
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| Queasy Pops |
| Naturally flavored to ease nausea, I used them while I was pregnant and they really seemed to help. They are approved for children to use as well. Some kids get motion sick on planes so it is nice to have a natural solution that kids will enjoy! |
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| Airborne Tablets |
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| Created by a school teacher who was “sick of getting sick”, these all natural effervescent tablets are designed to boost your immune system. |
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| Airborne Power Pixies |
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| Created by a school teacher who was “sick of getting sick”, the Airborne Power Pixies is a cherry flavored powder for kids 4-12 years old. No water is required and the instructions are just to pour it on the tongue. |
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| Cold Calm Tablets |
| A homeopathic remedy to help alleviate cold symptoms - runny nose, sneezing, congestion, sore throat and more. Great to prevent colds while traveling! |
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| Oscillococcinum for Flu Symptoms |
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| A homeopathic remedy to ease symptoms of the flu - take at the first signs of the flu. |
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| Simply Gargle Salt Water Rinse: Cold & Flu |
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| Great for travel - As soon as you are exposed or feel a sore throat or any sign of colds or flu, gargle with this solution which is basically salt and water with some antioxidants added. Some people think the taste is awful, some like it - but all said it worked quickly and effectively. |
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| Flight Spray |
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Increase your odds of staying healthy with all-natural Flight Spray™ - the first nasal spray created especially for travelers! Let's face it. Dry aircraft cabins, recycled air, and sneezing, coughing passengers are not a good mix when you're embarking on a trip.
Flight Spray is made of Hawaiian-grown Turmeric Root (an anti-bacterial, anti-fungal agent), Spearmint (a natural antiseptic), and purified water. It helps prevent viral infections by creating an unsuitable environment for inhaled germs to reproduce. Also alleviates nasal dryness and relieves cold symptoms. Alcohol-free. (1 oz spray bottle weighs 1˝ oz) |
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| Herban Essentials Towelettes |
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Pregnant? Nauseous? Don't like the smell on planes? Need something to calm yourself?
Want a natural antibacterial and antiseptic wipe?
Herban Essentials Towelettes are sure to help with all of the above. The highest quality
essential oils are used to make these towelettes, and they smell amazing!
When I am on the plane, I only open a small corner of the individually wrapped wipes and
then for a fresh, uplifting smell can sniff through the opening of the packet.
These towelettes can be used for killing germs on hands, but some of their many other uses include:
Eucalyptus:
When dropped into hot water, the vapors have a decongesting affect. Or can
help with congestion if rubbed on the chest.
Lavender:
Calming lavendar is relaxing as well as soothing to bug bites or scrapes.
Lemon:
Refreshing and uplifting as well as a stimulant to boost creativity and concentration.
Peppermint:
Can help with nausea, mental fatigue and is energizing
Fear of Flying Kit:
Using essential oils, this kit is the perfet kit for those who are
hesitant to fly. Calming, these anti-stress oils help to combat anxiety and tension. (This
was the very first product- created by a mom who loved to travel and developed a fear of
flying.)
And then there are Pet Towelettes and Yoga Towelettes !
In today's tension filled airport and airplane environment, these
natural essential oils can help to keep you calm and feeling great!
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| Hand and Face Wipes |
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| I think wipes could easily be considered a staple to life with children. Especially when flying,
wet wipes have so many uses! I have even used them as entertainment for a toddler – helping to
wipe down the window and tray table for fun! This is an item in my "basic pack" that fits in
the seat pocket on every flight. |
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