How Do You Visit Walt Disney World with Baby? 9 Of The Best Tips From A Mom Of Four
Many parents disregard visiting Walt Disney World with a baby because they think they won’t remember it. While that may be true of very young children and infants, there are countless ways to make a trip to Disney with a baby enjoyable for both parents and kids. Here are your favorite tips for going to Disney World with baby.
The Mickey Mouse photo opportunities and the one-of-a-kind Disney experiences are reason enough to bring your babe in arms to the Most Magical Place on Earth. Disney makes it easy to enjoy the parks with a baby by ensuring all of the comforts of home and these special resources and baby-friendly attractions.
What Age Can You Take a Baby to Disney?
While my oldest went to Walt Disney World for the first time at 13 months old, my oldest son went when he was 5 to 6 months old.
While my babies don’t remember their first trip, I remember the magical moments for both of us. I love that they get to experience the magic that I did as a child.
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The Best Tips for Going to Disney World With Baby
1. Take Advantage of Baby Care Centers
Baby Care Centers can be found throughout all of the Walt Disney World Resort in Disney Parks. Baby Care Centers offer a quiet, low-lit area for nursing with rocking chairs for nursing moms.
They also feature changing stations and a television area with toys and seating for parents to relax for some downtime. If you’re running low on supplies or forgot something back at your resort, items like formula, diapers, and wipes are also sold at the centers. Baby Care Centers also have kitchens with microwaves, high chairs, and restrooms.
In Disney’s Magic Kingdom, the Baby Care Center is located near Crystal Palace and Casey’s Corner. At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, it is to the left of the Tree of Life near Starbucks (win). At Hollywood Studios, it’s at the park entrance on the left when you first walk in. Within EPCOT you’ll find it in the special events building just before you enter World Showcase on the Mexico Pavilion side, right next to First Aid.
2. Rent a Stroller
Many parents of young children opt to bring their own infant car seat and travel stroller systems from home. This can be a great option, especially when you have a favorite Mom-on-the-go stroller. For parents of toddlers, sometimes renting a stroller from Disney though, is easier.
While they are hard molded plastic, rented strollers can work well if you really don’t want to load and unload your own stroller from the tram or navigate Walt Disney World bus transportation with your jogging stroller from home. Strollers can be rented by the day or for multiple days and are available in single or double-stroller options.
3. Rider Switch
Rider Switch when traveling with babies and young children is a must if your party wants to ride an attraction that isn’t baby-friendly.
For attractions with height requirements, simply let the Cast Member know you want to take advantage of Rider Switch. One party member will stay behind with the youngest while one parent/adult and three riders can get on the ride.
Once their turn is done, simply switch places and the parent/adult that stayed back will get to ride the attraction.
Now they do this electronically, but at one time you received a paper ticket like this.
4. What to Bring into the Parks
Knowing what to bring into the parks when traveling with babies or kids can be a challenge. Some of the basics include stroller clip-on fans, snacks, and sunscreen.
5. Best Attractions at Disney’s Magic Kingdom for Toddlers and Baby
Disney’s Magic Kingdom is the best park for babies and young children. Some of the highlights include Enchanted Tales with Belle, Under the Sea and It’s a Small World. Jungle Cruise, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, the Carousel of Progress, and the People Mover are also great choices for quiet nursing moments.
The majority of attractions at Disney’s Magic Kingdom are baby-friendly as there are no height requirements. This means a great time for both parents and young kids throughout the park. Don’t forget to book your Memory Maker photo package so you can stay hands-free and still bring home magical photos.
6. Best Attractions at EPCOT for Toddlers and Babies
Some of the best attractions for little ones at EPCOT include Turtle Talk with Crush, The Seas with Nemo and Friends, and the Gran Fiesta Tour Starring the Three Caballeros. Each of these is engaging enough for parents and babies or young children.
Additionally, Spaceship Earth and Living with the Land are quiet and relaxing if you need to incorporate a bit of downtime or nurse an almost cranky toddler before full meltdown mode is engaged.
7. Best Attractions at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for Young Kids and Babies
Young children and animals are always a hit. This makes visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom with babies and young children a must-do! The Wildlife Express Train is a perfect spot to rest, and what preschooler doesn’t love a train ride?
The Boneyard is a great spot for little ones to dig and play while older kids can spend time earning badges as a Wilderness Explorer. Between the Discovery Island Trails, Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail, and Maharajah Jungle Trek, there’s ample opportunity to get out the wiggles, expend some energy, and learn about animals in the process.
8. Best Attractions at Hollywood Studios With Preschoolers
Often parents will hear that Hollywood Studios is the least young child-friendly of all theme parks. While this may be true to an extent, there are plenty of great attractions for babies and young children.
Hollywood Studios is also the perfect place for parents to take advantage of Rider Switch to ensure they’re able to experience all that Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge has to offer.
Young children will be content to sing along with Anna and Elsa at the Frozen Sing-a-Long and babies will be thoroughly engaged with the colors and music of Beauty and the Beast – Live On Stage. Disney Junior Dance Party is ideal for toddlers and preschoolers.
Need a place to cool off? Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy is the perfect place for children of all ages.
9. Things to Do With Babies at Walt Disney World
There are myriad benefits to taking babies and preschoolers to Walt Disney World.
Another bonus is that children under the age of 3 eat free at all Disney buffet restaurants. Bringing babies and children under the age of 3 is a good idea if you’re looking to save money as well.
All four Walt Disney World Resort theme parks and Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach, both offer free admission to kids under the age of three.
Taking a baby to Walt Disney World can be a magical experience, despite them not remembering the trip. The photo opportunities and memories you make will last a lifetime.
Have you gone to Walt Disney World with baby? What are you best tips for those planning their next Disney vacation with baby?
