When my 2-year-old stayed awake for 14 hours straight on our first long-haul, I cried in the lavatory. Fast-forward two years: same child, same route, but this time he slept 7 hours. What changed? We followed FAA advice to secure him in his own seat with an approved restraint, but the real magic was making the seat feel like home. A dark blanket tent, familiar lovey, white noise, and our SlumbaPak Little Explorer (elevated legs + privacy hood) turned the seat into a cosy cocoon. FAA says turbulence can be sudden — so a secure, comfortable spot helps kids stay calm and rest better. Try it: practise the setup at home first. Your future self (and the person next to you) will thank you.