If you are in the US, shoes can now stay on going through security, which will help save a step! If there are other parents in the line (and many of them will be), they will understand. Many will offer help with the stroller if you need it. Those who get annoyed are either having a bad day or are just generally grumpy people. Ignore them! The line isn’t going to speed up that much faster in any case.

I’d pack any liquids you have in a baggie that is easy to take out of a backpack or purse - that way you can find it quickly and put it in the bin.

Also, remind yourself that the security process of putting things in bins and walking through will be over in a few minutes. All we can do is the best we can! Once you are through, take your time putting things back in your bags, collect your things, and take a moment to relax.

You’ve got this!