Great post!! My DS8 currently has an RPE (Rapid Palatial Expander) but on August 25th he is supposed to be getting his braces. We are leaving for WDW on Sept 11th so this will be a whole new thing for us. I was wondering what we could do to help with his ears too. He has never flown before and has bad sinus problems. His ear even ache when he is diving in the pool. I have never heard of Earplanes. Is there anywhere local you can pick them up or do you have to order them? I was already going to dose everyone with Sudafed, including DH and myself. Any other suggestions?