We are taking a short flight from Gatwick in August. DD8 has confirmed ADHD and possibly also ASD. No physical disability/mobility problems. She gets really anxious about going to new places, busy places, loud places, and doesn't do well waiting in queues for long periods. Which is the essence of going through an airport!
I think I read on here somewhere of someone using airport assistance for their ND child who was very anxious. And that the airline were really helpful in welcoming the child and distracting them. Basically I would like to get on the plane with as calm as possible a child, rather than her tolerance running out before we get on the plane as she has had to struggle with the noise, crowds and queues before we arrive at the gate.
I'd welcome anyone's experience of using assistance for these kind of issues and how I go about arranging it. It's Gatwick and EasyJet we are using.
Thank you!