Thank you for the reply! That’s what I kind of thought but wanted to hear from ppl who have actually done it.We took our then 9 mo dd a couple years ago! It was great! There are baby centers in each park if you're looking for a cool spot to nurse or feed the baby. I would suggest both a good stroller (we rented a city mini) and a good baby carrier to wear her in lines for rides. We took her on a few rides that were very gentle and she loved them. We also bought a stroller fan for naps in the stroller. It went super smooth, and I wouldn't hesitate to do it again!
That’s what I figured! I thought it’d be easier now than when he is 2.Babies are easy. It’s when they get a bit older that poses a challenge. Take it slow and have a great time.
How many days/nights did y’all go for? That’s what I can’t decide? Would like to go long enough to take it easy but didn’t know if a shorter trip is better with a baby.Took our daughter at 7 months. It was one of our best trips. Used the baby centers, brought our good stroller so she was always comfortable, went back to room every day for naps and we took turns swimming with our other kids, then brought her to pool when she woke up. Have so many priceless pictures/memories from that trip. Go and enjoy!
Thanks! That’s what I was wondering. I know we will have to slow it down but was wondering if we should cut it shorter too.We actually did 7 nights that trip. Thought it was just the right amount to go at a slower pace.
Edited to add: we knew with the baby we wouldn’t be commando at all.
How was the drive? I know it can depend on the kid, but what was your experience? Any tips? It’s a 9 hr drive for us, but we were thinking of dividing it up maybe.We did a 12 day disney trip when our younger son was 11 months and we drove from NY to Orlando, he was 1000% easier than our 4 year old lol not disney but we had taken them to Hershey when he was 5 months and again at 7 months and it was a breeze, definitely have a good comfortable baby carrier for waiting on lines, I had a lightweight little blanket that I would drape over my should and his head and he’d nurse right in the carrier and it just seemed as though he was sleeping, and definitely bring a good stroller with storage for your diaper bag... also pack your diaper bag with all your baby needs and have another small bag with just wallet camera keys etc so you don’t need to lug the huge baby bag on rides with you
How was the drive? I know it can depend on the kid, but what was your experience? Any tips? It’s a 9 hr drive for us, but we were thinking of dividing it up maybe.
He’ll be 7 mos though. I wonder if he’ll be as easily entertained? Are you in Louisiana? Just looking at your avatar name.We just did the drive with 4 year old twins. For a little one, a portable DVD player would probably help. One that you could plug into your vehicle to stay charged. Also food and snacks. Some people suggest getting little cheap toys. Some new to introduce at times when they get bored.
We drove all the way to Lake City and should have drove all the way trough. 13 hour drive for me so depending on your little one a 9 hr should be doable.
He’ll be 7 mos though. I wonder if he’ll be as easily entertained? Are you in Louisiana? Just looking at your avatar name.
Ok good to know! Thanks! We usually fly, but with what we’ll want to pack for him plus it’ll be Thanksgiving week we decided to stay away from flying this time. We are in NOLA so about 9-10 hours for us. Guessing your west and/or north of us. So you’re saying you think driving straight through was doable for y’all?Yes we are from Louisiana. When our twins were young(can't remember if it was 7 months), Mickey Mouse Clubhouse would hold their attention for a while. Just thought if you got a DVD and a portable player it may help with some of the trip.
The other options is to leave late at night or in the early AM hours if he sleeps in the car. That may help with some of the trip as well.
When the kids were 3 we flew and at 4 we drove. left at 9 AM and made a couple stops so the kids could let out some energy. The drive wasn't as bad as i thought it was going to be and made better time.
Ok good to know! Thanks! We usually fly, but with what we’ll want to pack for him plus it’ll be Thanksgiving week we decided to stay away from flying this time. We are in NOLA so about 9-10 hours for us. Guessing your west and/or north of us. So you’re saying you think driving straight through was doable for y’all?