We have flown AA and Airtran and have never been asked to show anything for the kids. But better to be prepared than not- I would take their birth certificates just to be on the safe side.

We've always flown to Orlando early morning and it has always worked out well. We end up in Orlando somewhere between 11 and noon and eat lunch when we get to the resort. Since we try to maximize our time there, we fly home in the evening. The kids are so exhausted that they typically fall asleep on the plane which makes for a quiet flight home. At his age, he'll do fine with the DVD player- just make sure it's charged up and don't forget the charger for the flight home!! And don't forget some headphones. My 2 year old was occupied with a new coloring book and stickers for the most part. Maybe a couple of new books or a new little toy.

When are you all going to tell them?? How exciting!!