Hello Heather,
Thanks for bringing your question to the Disney Parks Moms Panel.
Many moms ask themselves the same thing when planning a visit to the
Disneyland Park or
Disney California Adventure Park.
The truth is Disney has no problem with parents packing light snacks and drinks for their families.
I personally never leave the house without snacks for my two boys.
There are a few things to keep in mind though. First off, there are no public refrigerators in the parks and if you're going to use a cooler, the cooler must be 6-pack sized or smaller.
Secondly, there are
Baby Care Centers in both parks where parents can purchase simple snacks for infants and toddlers. You can also use the feeding areas (there are high chairs as well as kitchens with microwaves and a sink to wash bottles and containers).
Finally, do remember there are great
dining options for children throughout the parks! If you ever head to the parks without packing snacks, rest assured you will find everything there, from fresh fruit and milk to pretzels and carrot sticks and restaurants generally feature well-balanced kids' menus.
I hope this helps.
Have a Magical time at the Disneyland Resort!
-Anabel M.