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Bumping for you! I've never done it, but I would. Especially at those ages.

Have you flown with your daughter before? Any idea how she might do on a plane?

I flew alone internationally w/my LO when she was 9 months old. I was terrified, but found the trip to be super easy - she nursed most of the way and didn't cry once. We've flown several more times since then (w/DH) and it's become increasingly difficult. I don't think I could do it alone anymore, just b/c she's so mobile and active now.

I flew alone last summer from CA to NYC with a 4.5 yo and a 12 month old. It was completely do-able largely due to the fact that my DH took a lot of our luggage ahead of time on his flight the day before. From what I remember, I only took a car booster for DD1, the sit n stroll (carseat on wheels) for DD2, and a carry-on rolling duffle. I also had car service (as opposed to cabs) to and from the airports because we find those drivers to be more helpful usually. When I arrived in NYC, my driver was also someone we were familiar with and used in the past a lot, so it was nice that I could count on his help after the long flight.

For my little one, stickers were brand new to her and these were my saving grace. We were all covered in stickers by the end of the flight, lol. It also helped that she was used to falling asleep in my arms.

It was a 7am departure flight, which was killer, but the three of us did nap for quite a while at the beginning of the flight so that was nice.

It's definitely challenging, but do-able!

I flew with my nephews when they were 4 and 2. I flew them from Washington DC to Los Angeles. They did great!

@BoogieBea: oh that's good... Yeah my husband was with me on the return flight too and it makes a world of a difference! But sometimes, no matter what, it's hit or miss anyway, you know? So hopefully you at least have a good flight when you're alone!! Good luck and have fun on your trip!

We flew with two today. I could not have done it this time by myself. Maybe it's their ages (13 mo and 35 months), but seriously, they were two badgers in a biscuit. Our seat neighbors were not amused. We had to tag team them the entire time.

It used to be easy, though. I'm not sure why it was so hard this time!