Originally Posted by Brucemcdou

I saw this on flights this weekend SFO-EWR-SJU-EWR-SFO. Several families with small children on the flights to/from San Juan. In both cases the GA's had apparently spoken with the families in advance and did not make a general announcement.

If they make it clear its only for infants and enforce it (as with all other aspects of the boarding process) seems like it should enhance the experience for everyone. I'd rather stand a little bit longer in the gate area for families to get to their seats and get settled, than stand on the jet bridge or in the aisles waiting. I assume the FA's are better able to assist them if they're the first on so should speed things up net/net.

(on edit) I agree with the comment that as a quid pro quo, the families should be politely asked to remain in their seats at deplaning to allow everyone else to get off. Same as has always been done for those with wheelchair assistance. Only makes sense and I'd think most parents would understand.

Overall I'd call this a plus! ^