When traveling with children, one of the things that the parents don't look forward to is passing through airport security. Truly, briskly getting through those two metal posts is quite a work—what with 3 bags worth for a family of four, cell phones and baby food.

Children may also feel a little threatened in the new environment and with burly officers with weapons watching their every move. This may lead to a lot of clinging and even a few tears shed on the part of the child, and anxiety and undue stress on the side of the parent.

Here are some tips that can help eliminate these stressors and allow you and your family to get past security with ease.

1. Pack Wisely

A zip top carry on with numerous pockets can be a good way to store the baby essentials in one place. There are a lot of totes now which comes with a bottle holder, diaper case, spaces for baby food, etc. This way you can easily open the bag and show its contents if needed, whilst having your child in one hand.

2. The Outfit is Important

One of the most tedious processes through airport security is the part where you have to untie your laces, remove your shoes and place them in a bin through the conveyor belt and then do it the other way around. Especially with a family to attend to and numerous luggages in tow, this could be a painful step.

But there is a way to go around this. Make sure your family wears socks and slip-on shoes. Remove your jackets before security check-up and easily place it in the bin. Empty your pockets of cell phones and loose change beforehand if possible and place it in your carry on luggage.

3. Be aware of the 3-1-1

The Transportation Security Administration allows 3-1-1 for what you will carry on which means, 3 ounce or smaller bottles of liquid, 1 clear plastic bag that is a quart sized containing 3 ounce or smaller containers, and a 1-quart bag limit per person with a 3 oz container.

Knowledge of the do's and don'ts will ensure a faster checkpoint experience.

4. Delegate

Check-in lines can be long and waiting is not a child's strong suit. To address this matter, one parent should volunteer to stand in line while the other parent takes the kids to a vantage point where they can see what is going on and what they are supposed to do when they are up. This will make the child feel part of the process rather than just a spectator and will prompt him to be at his best behavior as this is what he sees in others.

5. Regroup

After passing through security, have your family step aside and regroup. This is the best time to sit down and rearrange any luggage that were opened or simply do a count of your belongings. It's best to set your child in their stroller (if any) or on the chair (if possible) before replacing their shoes or better yet, allow them to wear their shoes themselves to allow autonomy.

Now all you need is your boarding call and you're off to go.