Mom And Daughter; Animal Kingdom
  • On Apr 8, 2013
    Rebecca Asked Note: This answer was provided prior to the change to planDisney and may still contain references to Disney Parks Moms Panel.

    Experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    I have never been to Disney before and this summer my husband and I will be taking our nine month old. What is some good advice/tips for visiting the park with a infant? Especially with strollers/nursing/changing/bringing breastmilk

    Hi, Rebecca!

    Many of us on the Moms Panel have been to Walt Disney World with infants, so you came to the right place for advice!  Let me start with the parks.  Each park has an amazing Baby Care Center.  Each Baby Care Center has a kitchen (perfect to rinse bottles or clean any pacifiers), a super clean changing area, and rocking chairs perfect for nursing your darling baby.  The centers even have items for sale if you need baby food, diapers, or other baby needs. 

    Plan to bring your stroller from home with a sunshade, as that Florida sun is hot in the summer. For each day in the parks, pack a tote bag with all your baby needs, wipes, extra change of clothes, and even a small soft-sided cooler if you want to keep anything chilled. 

    Pack and Plays are available free of charge when staying at a Disney Resort. I always brought a favorite blanket or stuffed toy so there was some familiar items for my little ones. Speaking of sleep, it is super important to stick to those naps and bedtime routines. Your days may be short in the parks, but it is so worth it to see your little baby sound asleep and getting his/her much needed rest. 

    When my kids were around 8 or 9 months, they liked traveling in the backpack carriers.  They got a great view of the surroundings and it was a nice break to get out of the stroller.  If you do not have one, see if you can borrow one from a friend as we really found these to be great for our babies. 

    Try to hit the parks early in the day before the heat sets in, take lots of breaks, and most importantly, HAVE FUN!  This is such a magical time with your baby.  Wishing you a wonderful vacation as you make your own magical memories with your family. 

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Meet the Panelist: Cathy, Ohio

Hi, I'm Cathy from Cleveland. I love to travel, especially in the winter to escape the snow and cold of Ohio! My husband and 2 kids share my enthusiasm for travel, so we enjoy our adventures together whether it is hiking at a National Park, sailing on a Disney Cruise Ship, or going to Walt Disney World which is our home away from home. My husband proposed to me in front of Cinderella Castle and we have not stopped visiting ever since! It's a blast helping guests here at planDisney! 
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