Originally Posted by
MSPeconomist
I would be cautious about showing DL a note from a doctor. It could cause them to question whether she's fit to fly, especially if she isn't able to end up on the same flight sitting next to you. It could also cause them to disallow one upgrade for the two of you as they could require that you sit next to her to assist.
Wow I wasn't aware of that.
The OP has fewer options than normal given the holiday loads. Hope some holiday spirit will enable everything to work out.