Not meaning to be controversial.. Just was wondering what other parents had done.. It's all new territory to me, considering I'm a first time parent..
Oh, I didn't mean to scold - I'm sure you didn't mean to be controversial. I was just making a general warning.
However, I am pleasantly surprised at the lack of negative response (so far), and so perhaps my warning was unwarranted. Let's hope.
Yoda had it absolutely right on. Well put, Yoda. It's difficult to find something to add.
Your whole life before you is going to be filled with wonder and delight, and your lives will be different in ways that you never would have expected. There will also at times be great frustration. These statements apply to every aspect of your life, not just going to WDW. It's best to try to enjoy every moment you can with your little princess.
And so if you decide to bring the little one along, your trip will be filled with wonder and delight and frustration and will be different in ways that you never would have expected. The experience is a bit different for everyone, so no advice any of us could give you will be perfect. But the experience will be unforgettable. And hopefully magical.
Here is some advice that seems like it almost goes without saying, but I've seen so many people at WDW who just didn't seem to get it that I guess it's important to say: try to conform to your babies routine as much as possible. Don't overstress her. And see the magic of WDW through your child's eyes. If you do this, you will surely have a magical trip.
Every child is different, so you will know what your child's needs are better than anyone. Make sure she gets her usual amount of rest and sleep. Make sure she doesn't get overheated or sunburned or dehydrated. And try to conform to her usual feeding routine.
Try to think of what you would want to do if you were she.
To be sure, do some things for yourself as well. Most thrill rides have baby swap, so take advantage of that, but don't do it all day, 'cause that's not much fun for her. If you're comfortable with it and can afford it get a sitter one night and go out someplace romantic. (She'll be too little for the kids clubs).
And once again as Yoda said, please feel free to ask for our advice on any specific things you need to know. I've never been there with an infant that small - 1 1/2 to 2 yo was the youngest either of my kids were. But we're all here to help and there are a lot of parents that have had young kids there that are more than willing to discuss and help.
And to Disney World of all places? Take her, that would be a blast!
