In Reply to: Flight ear pain and vomiting on landing posted by marx on Tuesday, 18. November 2008 at 10:30 Bali Time:
Ear pain on descent is caused by the pressure changes creating a vacuum & the eardrum bulging inward. To relieve the pain and equalize, have your children close their mouth, pinch their nose, and gently blow. This is usually enough to equalize the pressures and stop the pain. Ear plugs are completely ineffective for reverse block.
Good luck!