Just a shout out - one place that often has free volunteer tutors to help lower-income children with homework is the library.  I've been a tutor there for awhile, and it's very rewarding to work with kids.  I usually saw a huge improvement in reading and arithmatic skills, in only a few weeks, when working with them a ...more

If the baby is nursing or drinking from a bottle during take off, it usually releases the pressure, instead of letting it build up.  Planning ahead is essential - good for these parents.  That said, I know flying with an infant can be necessary sometimes, but another thing to consider is their immune systems are immatu...more