Even in the Air, Parenting Can Be Grounded in Common Sense

If you travel by air a lot, you know that a lot of passengers are parents with young children.

And you also know that the moment those wheels lift off the runway, tears, shrieks and demands will fill the cabin. Whether you are a passenger or one of those parents, the experience can be unnerving, uncomfortable and unpleasant.

I recently read an article on CNN in which the author proposed a flying ban for parents who can’t or won’t control their kids.

It’s an extreme measure. But if you’ve ever endured a long trip with misbehaving children and permissive parents all around you, it’s one that’s probably crossed your mind.

At Boys Town, we think we have a better solution. With our variety of resources, any parent can find positive, consistent ways to discipline their kids that work anywhere, even at 30,000 feet.

These methods include praising a child for good behavior and using consequences to teach children their bad behaviors are unacceptable. They also involve teaching social skills like following instructions and accepting “No” for an answer. Our Common Sense Parenting^® program is another great resource for parents who want to teach their kids how to control their behaviors and be respectful of others.

I believe most parents do their level best to rein in their kids when they misbehave. But parents don’t always have the tools they need. Boys Town has 90+ years of experience and research-proven methods that can work for any parent. Please visit us at parenting.org to learn more about how we can help.

With Boys Town’s approach to parenting, the friendly skies can be a lot friendlier for everyone.