If only screaming were done in our home, I don't think I would hav such an issue. My son screams for multiple reasons ranging from excitement to agitation. He now, at 2.3 months old, informs us that he is screaming: "I screaming" he says after the fact. I of course ask why and provide several coves for answers but the s a bit beyond his developmental level. Nonetheless, it makes me feel better than screaming back, which on occasion happens.
It is this screaming attribute that has led us to take the auto train to Florida instead of flying. The best decision ever! While screaming does happen, we are not stuck in seats close to the ears of others. We can go back to our room and occupy "the screamer" with many distractions. We can walk around, get dinner, etc. I am relaxed, which of course lessens the chance of screaming: it seems my son expresses my agitation. While the auto train prolongs travel, it is a pleasant experience. In fact, I am writing this as I rub my son's back while he falls back to sleep. I guess what I am saying is: you are not alone if you have a Screamer. You can travel; it just takes some creative manipulation. For example, I bring tons of toys and lolipops when we go out to dinner ( which is rare). Sometimes I don't have to pull out the lolipops. Minimal screaming, which equates to one low to high pitch scream, is a successful dinner. We try to find loud places so background noise muffles the scream.
It is quite amazing how much the scream attribute affects my life, my family's life. I suppose some of this can be chalked up to my stress, a vibe I too often give off. So one might then argue the scream attribute is just an over sensitivity to the stress vibe. Hmmm...
