My son is 6months old right now, but we want to start planning a trip when our child is atleast 1.5-2 yr to wdw. I already know MK park would be the best choice with a baby/toddler. I'm just looking for some advice. Would my son be able to ride the rides at MK? Will the entry be free for a child under the age of 3? Will i need to take proof such as a birth certificate? Any help is appreciated.
My kids both went to WDW at under 6 months and again between 1 and 2 years. Great trips indeed. No need for a birth ceritificat to prove the young age. As for riding the rides, check the height restrictions -- the thrill rides will all be off limits to him, but just about everything else is fine. My little guys rode the FLand dark rides, the spinners, PotC, HM, the Peoplemover, Buzz Lightyear, Jungle Cruise, IASW, the Carousel, (whatever it's called now), the train, and sat on my lap for just about every show. But don't limit yourself to MK. Your boy may very well like being in the parks even without rides. My guys loved seeing the crowds, hearing the music, and looking at everything.
My 9 year old liked Epcot best from the time he was 2. And other than Soarin', Test Track, and Mission:Space, your little guy can do everything there. CircleVision movies are quite eye-opening for little ones, and so are talking turtles.
And my 3 year-old thinks Animal Kingdom is the greatest place in the universe, because it has rides, shows, and animals all together. Yes, the little guy can go on Kilomanjaro Safaris. And he can see FotLK, and Finding Nemo:the Musical. He can also ride Dino Dumbo (or whatever it's called), and will probably love just wandering the trails in the Oasis, petting the goats in Rafiki's Planet Watch, and seeing the gorillas, tigers, and everything else on the two animal walks.
So go, and have fun.