Comment from family has me rethinking!

[JJ&JSMOM]

Our kids' Uncle stopped by today and when the kids said they were going to Disney he was very excited for them. But he looked at me and said "I don't envy you taking 3 kids to Disney" and he laughed. I replied by saying " I know it will be a lot of hard work but I think we'll have fun!" I know he meant nothing by it as hes a very nice guy. Our kids are well behaved so he didn't mean anything against them its just theres 3 of them.

It resurfaced a concern of mine that I've had all along. DH and I have been wondering if we should have waited another year for DD2 to be older. I just feel that DS7 and DD4 are at great ages to go and they should be able to go and not have to wait another year for DD2. I think DD2 will do ok...shes in her terrible twos so we'll have some moments but I'm hoping she'll be ok overall.

Now I'm really wondering if we are nuts! I'm going into this vacation knowing that it will be a lot of hard work and I'll be exhausted most of the time. So I feel I'm going into this with my eyes wide open. We leave in 23 days so we are going. Sorry to ramble on...just wondering if anyone had any advice on traveling w/3 young kids. Are we nuts for taking three young kids to Disney? Yes I know I'm opening myself up here! Be gentle! ;) Thanks!

Joanne

[Mouse House Mama]

As a Mom of three (soon to be four!) I can tell you that it is all in the way you look at it. We don't think it's work and our kids are well behaved (most of the time anyway! :cutie: ) Our kids are younger than yours too. We have always had a great time. We never stress over things and have learned to pack light! We don't even take a diaper bag to the parks. Just a few diapers and a pack of wipes thrown in the back of the carriage. Go with the flow. You will have a great time. Enjoy all the sillyness (sp?) and just take your time. The kids are going to have so much fun that you will find it impossible not to be as excited. Have a great trip!
Jennieprincess:

[pkjne]

No I think that your right your older children are at the ages they are going to LOVE it. The younger one you said is two................I think that there maybe a little much stimulation with her and all but I think all in all your doing the right thing.
I can't wait for our trip I have three children they are nine and seven and then five so we will have a handful also and my five year old daughter has already said she is not a baby so not sure about the whole stroller thing with her. We have not told them that we are going yet I hope that she will decide that she likes the stroller idea.

Have a good time I think your doing a wonderful dream when you see your children's eyes for the first time when they step foot in DISNEY it will all be worth the tempers you are going to have and you will have them but you know what EVERYONE with children there are going to have them at some point. SMILE

ENJOY :wizard: The place is magic things may turn out better then you think SMILE

[Traveliz]

Just go with the flow. You are right to realize there will be some difficult moments - but that is totally age appropriate for a two year old (and probably with the older ones as well!).

Make it an adventure, do not personally seem stressed (kids pick up on that) and it should be ok (maybe not perfect - but no trip is every 100% perfect).

I have to say though one of my best trips was me taking my daughter (17 at the time) along with her cousins who were 4 & 6. The forl -- the 4 year old has always been a difficult child - and I knew we would have our challenges -- and we did - she had a major meltdown that will make a great story forever. On the other hand she also said some precious things and we had some really sweet memories from things she did and said.

Anyway good luck and it should be fine.

Liz

[mom-mom2three]

Yes, it is a little more work to take a two year old but it will be worth it:thumbsup2 we took our 2 year old last December and while we had to take the parks a little slower we still loved it! Our two year old really enjoyed the Christmas lights and the Animal Kingdom. Your other two children are at the perfect age, they will love it:banana:

[mom2aredhead]

I just feel that DS7 and DD4 are at great ages to go and they should be able to go and not have to wait another year for DD2.

As the oldest of 3 siblings, spaced apart almost EXACTLY the same as yours, I thank you, on behalf of your oldest, for not waiting for the baby to be older.

[mom-mom2three]

The pic at the bottom of my post is the 2 year old I was refering to. He loves his Mickey sun glasses and the red stroller we bought after we got there. The stroller was a life saver. It is light weight and easy to get on and off the buses. I highly recomend it.:wizard:

[daisax]

I think the more you try to cram themostfunpossible into a vacation, especially with little kids, that's when the stress hits.

Because they're so small, enjoy the magic where you find it. Have a plan, but be prepared to ditch the plan if somebody's completely mesmerized by the talking trash can, or the little splashing water thingies that come out of the ground. You can take that as an opportunity to herd everybody on towards the Next Big Attraction, or just find a bench and let the fun unfold. The Big Attractions (or their successors) will be there on future trips -- gear this one to where they are now.

Split up if you have to, and be sure to shake up the way in which you sit in rides if you can, so one kid rides with Mom alone while Dad has the other two, sometimes the two older ride together while Mom and Dad and baby sit together, etc. But each kid should have the opportunity to share different experiences specifically with a parent if possible. If that means you ride Dumbo in 3 different combinations -- why not?

And be sure to take some time to do some rides for yourselves, even if you have to ride solo. At Epcot, grab fastpasses and do Test Track or Mission Space while the other adult watches the kids play in the fountain coming out of the ground, then switch. At MGM, maybe one adult can split off and do some rides with the oldest while the other and the younger kids see the show geared to toddlers. Depending on your length of stay, one parent can even "sleep in" with the kids and then take them to breakfast and the pool while the other goes and does some solo attractions, and one can stay back at the hotel and pool after nap time on a different day while the other goes exploring for an hour or two.

[luvmy3jewels]

We are taking our three little monkeys (2, 4 & 6) :dance3: to Disneyworld in two weeks. I think we will all have a great time. After hearing about large crowds and how easily it can be to loose a child there, I was not comfortable being outnumbered so I invited my mother to go along with us on this trip.

I was really tempted to stay on-site, but we decided to stay off-site in a townhouse where the kids can have their own rooms. We have 7 day tickets to the parks, which we are planning on taking in the parks at the kids' pace and going back to the townhouse for naps and downtime. I think it's really important not to push them to their limits, because if they get too worn out none of us are going to have a good time. This is a vacation for us and having fun is the most important thing.

We've also taken the kids' to Busch Gardens a couple of times as "practise runs" for DW. I was suprised at how well my 2 year old did on those trips...but 7 days may be a different story.

Good luck with your trip!!!

[hrsmom]

I think you'll be fine! The first time we took our kids they were just 2 and 3 months! When we go in May they'll almost 4 and almost 2 and it'll be their third time going already! Just try to go with the flow and try not to stress out about having to see everything as quickly as possible. Your 2 year old will be able to go on so many of the rides at MK, really there are only a few she won't be able to go on.

[mama4]

....you definitely are NOT crazy! Yes it will be difficult at moments but isn't every day difficult at times? Your older two will have so much fun and you might be surprised at how much fun the littlest has as well! Use the advice you've gotten from the DIS (schedule naps/breaks, follow your childrens schedules, don't try to do everything, etc) and you'll be fine! We've taken our 3 boys (all of them together) 4 times and the last time I took my daughter as well at 7 mths old and w/out my dh (I did have Grandma there to help though :) Here's a pic of ds (now 3) on his 1st trip to WDW at less than a year old. I have many great pics of him smiling like that during his 4 trips! So don't worry, go and I hope you have the time of your lives.... pixiedust:


http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e192/kweldy/DISNEY/pix001.jpg

[drivencrazy]

Hey, looks like we'll be there at the same time!

We have 4 kids and I have been told that it's a lot of work to go to Disney with more than 2.......... I'm not worried at all. We are a family and we do everything together, we always have.

2 of our girls are older 12 and 9 and then we have a 4 year old boy and a 2 year old little girl. We are probably going to have our hands full, but it will be lots of fun!

Just enjoy and go with the flow, that is our plan!!

[bzzymom]

I first took DS to WDW when he was 2.5. He absolutely loved it. He will be 10 this June and he has been 9 times total. DD just turned 3. I took her at 11 mo, 19 mo and just under 2.5. She has no memory of her first 2 visits, but she definately remembers things from her visit last summer. She talks about eating with the little einsteins and about goofy's rollercoaster. I think 2 is a great age to go.

[liznboys]

I'm going into this vacation knowing that it will be a lot of hard work and I'll be exhausted most of the time. So I feel I'm going into this with my eyes wide open.
Joanne

You are obviously mentally prepared, so you're going to be just fine. :thumbsup2

[liznboys]

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e192/kweldy/DISNEY/pix001.jpg

Awwww, cute pic Kristi! :goodvibes

[PiperPizzaz]

Sure it is more work than taking one or two but, I can't see how it is more work than normal (at home). If you can take them to the mall or out to dinner I think you shouldn't worry. Enjoy your trip!

(Yes, I only have 1 child but, have 12 younger bros and sis. :) )

[Darcy03231]

As long as you don't have the mentality that you have to do/see everything this trip you'll be fine. As others have said, take your cues from your kids. I found what worked for us was to go to the parks in the morning, go back to the hotel in the afternoon for a swim and a rest and then go back to the parks at night for another couple of hours. Some days the kids did better than others. One day we were there it was particularly hot and crowded and no one was having a good time. We left after about 2 hours and spent the day by the pool (hardly anyone at the resort). Everyone had a great time and we did go back that night after the parks emptied out. It was such a great day we now plan at least one pool day while we're there. I found the key when they were little was less is more. Now at almost 16 & 14 they can go all day and night. I'm worn out before they are.

[poohbearrocks]

we just got back yesterday...i took just 2...and while difficult i went BECAUSE my ds was 2 1/2 ... my dd is 6 and we took her and that age and to see the magic in their eyes!! my dd while she loved it...and had a blast is at the age of..."they aren't real" that is just a dressed up person...so... I wanted to take him NOW!! he is a TON more vocal and high strung...so we decided Disney land -vs- world...only 2 parks spending most at magic kingdom...and taking a break for a swim and nap...we didn't do the princess faire when we had planned, so the last day my granny took the 2 year old and me and dd spent some alone time, which was great too!!!

good luck and HAVE fun!! plan what you want...then don't be UPSET that the plans change!

[Ellester]

I haven't read all the other posts, so I'll just give you my opinion. Don't sweat it! You deal with three kids every single day, it will just be way more fun at Disney than it is at the grocery store! Ours were 8, 5, and 2 on our last trip in January. We did have some bumps (full details in my trip report), but I can't imagine going without all the kiddos. All my kids have been to Disney at least once before they were three, I think it is an awesome age to take them. They totally buy into it all! By 5, my kids were already aware that not everything there was "real". My biggest advice would be to plan some time each day to just let them run and play. Either at a playground at the parks or hotel or somewhere, it really helped our kids to unwind. I'm sure you are going to have a wonderful time!

[wdwfamilyinIL]

My youngest was two when he went first, and I don't regret a thing. I think it was a great decision to take him when we did. We had several people who told us he wouldn't remember anything, and that we should leave him behind, but I am so glad that we didn't. An ironic point is that around 6 months later after the vacation it was the two year old who was wanting to go to meeks house. I say go for it, yes some times will be hard, but only you know your children.

[JJ&JSMOM]

Wow! Thanks for all the encouragement...it has made me feel so much better. That this is "do-able". Of all my sisters I'm the one that has the most kids so everyone else thinks its a real big deal. But you all are right - I'm used to this and I do it everyday so I can do it at Disney too. It might not be as easy as at home. I think I just need to relax & enjoy myself. I'm too uptight...I need to relax. How do I do that? :rotfl: I'll try my best.

I have prioritized my lists (yes I'm a list person!) so that we make sure we hit the attractions my kids really want to see & do and then anything else we do is icing on the cake.

Thanks again!:flower3:

[mom2aredhead]

I have prioritized my lists (yes I'm a list person!) so that we make sure we hit the attractions my kids really want to see & do and then anything else we do is icing on the cake.

Thanks again!:flower3:

Great plan, regardless of how many kids you have!

[mama4]

Awwww, cute pic Kristi! :goodvibes

Thanks Liz! I think about that smile everytime I hear that someone is worried about taking little ones to WDW :goodvibes


JJ&JSMOM- sounds like you are right on track! Have a great time....23 days to go....so close :cloud9:

[PaulaSue]

We went last Jan with our girls being about the same age. It was really a vacation for us which I think has to do with all the preplanning I did. Hope your trip goes as well.

We stayed onsite and used all the Disney transportation from the airport and I had all the big meals ressies each day. I had preplanned each park each day and the few must dos in each. We didn't try to do it all and I think that really helped us enjoy our trip not trying to pack too much in.

[DisneyAprilFool]

We are going in September over my son's 2nd birthday- but we've already went to DL last year, with our kids, and MY family (including my Grandma who was on oxygen). It's doable and it will be enjoyable :D

[girlegirl7101]

Hey My husband and I flew from ca with or children, 3 boys, 3, 22months at the time and 5 months at the time. I MUST SAY IT WAS SO FUN! We want to go back soon too! So go and enjoy it!

[bridegirl]

We have gone once a year every year since before we were married, and we have three kids DS 8, DS 5, and DD2 - so we have gone with the kids at all ages - from infants up to where they are now. We love it and always have a great time!

I agree with what other posters have said, the best advice is don't think commando, you're not going to do everything and see everything. I also agree about splitting up sometimes, and changing up who rides with who - it's all great advice.

One other thing I wanted to point out in terms of the older ones, is that it's good to make a plan with them about "how we choose what to do". In our house it means they have to try and enjoy the fact that little sis still loves It's a Small World (like they did when they were her age) - and that enjoying your sisters happiness on a ride is as important to the family as them having their own vacation fun. We always look at scrapbooks of our past trips with them when they were little before we go to try and reinforce this. This has been very successful for us and they have embraced the concept completely.

The other thing to try and get them in the loop about is geography. WDW is large and there's always drama when one of them just HAS to go on a certain ride next, but they don't understand that it's a twenty minute walk away. If they will, go over the park maps with them in advance, ask them to point out things they are interested, try and give them some sense of the geography.

Make your own family's version of how the plan will go. In our family, we let them each pick the next ride or activity WITHIN THAT VICINITY one a time. For example, we're standing in Fantasyland and we say okay here are your choices, and we list them, and then they each get to pick one at a time. If they keep saying "I want space mountain" - we remind them that Space Mountain is in tomorrowland and that we WILL ride it, but not right now.

And the last most important thing to remember, others have said it but I will say it again, BE FLEXIBLE! It's the certain path to maximum enjoyment. If you miss your Crystal Palace ressie because someone's melting down halfway across the park - you will still find food and won't starve. If the little one falls asleep in the stroller right when the parade you waited an hour for is finally starting, than the rest of you can enjoy it.

We always joke about our WDW trips because I think we go on far fewer rides than alot of families with kids our age, but I think we have more fun! We certainly have less stress.

Pixie dust,

Susy

[PrincessasMommy]

Last trip was with our 3 girls - 9, 27 months and 8 months - we had the time of our lives! We took them all to Mexico the next year and didn't have half the fun as WDW which is why we will be going again shortly after I deliver this one! Ages will be 12, 4, 3 and new baby will be 3 or 4 months old (due the end of June)!! We travel from Canada so it is quite a trek for us but we love it, love our children's faces and the memories are priceless!! We don't see our kids as "work" though - like the pp said ...it's all in your perspective!! You will have a great time!!! Have fun!!!

Edited to add......our oldest is also "special needs" - legally blind and allergic to the sun - so I swear if I can do it and LOVE it so will you!!! Can't wait to read your trip report when you get back!

[Becky2005]

Let's see we took 4 kids to Disney World with the youngest being about 1 1/2.

Plus, we drove (so basically 2 days in a car). Other than there were 50,000 bathroom breaks, it worked for us. You can read all about it in my trip report.

They ALL can't wait to go back (except DH but that's another story!).

Honestly, it wouldn't even phase me to take them all especially with another adult. I want to go again but the thought of 4 kids & 1 adult freaks me out due to the age span -- otherwise I would do it in a heartbeat.

Go, have fun. It will be fine. Yes, it will be work but I don't think any more than usual.

[tinaluis]

I'm glad you're feeling better about your trip. I know people mean well, but I hate when something a stranger/relative says gets under my skin. You're used to dealing with all three of them all the time. As long as your expectations of the trip are realistic, you'll have a blast.

We have three DDs and they have been going to WDW since about 8 weeks of age. When our oldest was born and we scheduled a trip, everyone thought we were crazy. We went and had a GREAT time!!!! They didn't even question us when #2 and #3 came along and we scheduled trips. We have very fond memories of those trips.

Have a great trip!!!!!

[3princesses+aprince]

Yes you will be fine! The last time we went , my kids were

8, 5, 3, and 11 months! We can't wait to go back next year!:goodvibes

[IlovemythreeC's]

We have so many wonderful memories of our times with our children at WDW. These memories are priceless to me:) I was just looking at pictures of my 6 year old toddling around there and it makes me so happy. I cry when the commercials come on, I know that sounds crazy, but it just means so much to me!

You are going to have an amazing time there, please don't worry about what your family member said, people sometimes say things and they do not even know what they are talking about:) People always say to me, "why don't you go somewhere else this year or wait until your children get older" and I say to them come with us and you will see!:love:

[momamy]

my daughter had a blast when she was 2. She wansnt very intrested in the characters other then mickey and minnie! but she loved to see the other kids so happy! there are a ton of kid/baby friendly rides! i took her on all except the fast upside down made for adukts and older kid rides! she loved the different foods and the play areas also! there are a ton of lil playgrounds scattered throughout disney! plus alot of the younger /older kids stuff is near each other! Like donalds water boat and the playground in MK. Also goofys barnstormer and meet the character tent is right there!

It is the perfect ages to take the older kids! :)

[kileybeth]

yup, yup, yup, such good advice here and such encouragement!!

I love these boards!

loved the comment about "you do it everyday at home"

2 is a great age, ours loved to hug the characters and even understood the "we have to wait in line" thing, and what could be better than free admission?! ;

also, what better place to deal with diaper changing than in Disney, clean, clean restrooms, yipee.)

have a magical trip!!

[JJ&JSMOM]

Thanks for all the encouragement...its appreciated. Took DD2 & DS7 (on vacay) to the mall today to get sneaks and sandals for DD2 for our trip. DD2 did very well...she wouldn't try on the sneakers or sandals so I just bought her size and I'll try them on her later. She is still refusing her stroller but did very well walking around and somewhat stayed w/us w/reminders. So much for her to see and touch!!! So we'll have to see what to do about a stroller at Disney...if she won't sit in one I might just rent at the parks (no since in dragging it on the buses). I know they don't recline but by looking at pics of them...I could probably bring a towel and pad it for her to lay down if she wants. Sorry I got off topic there!

I appreciate the responses and actually feel like I can do this. DH will be there to help...somewhat :rolleyes:. I shouldn't be mean...he does try! Thanks again!

[Disneyforus]

We have 4 kids and I have been told that it's a lot of work to go to Disney with more than 2.......... I'm not worried at all. We are a family and we do everything together, we always have.



Thankyou!
I can't believe the number of people who say, "Going to Disney with 4 kids, you are crazy!" Or a variation of that comment.
So, what...should we not enjoy ourselves because we have 4 kids...I don't get it. We are a family of 6, that's that. I'm not worried either, we do everything together also, and that's just how it is.

Have a great time!!!

[barbmouse]

Hi!! I think you and your family will have an awesome time!! I would suggest that you have a (flexible) plan for each day and work in rest times for the little one. Maybe dh could take the older 2 to the pool in the early afternoon while the little one (and you) take a nap. I don't think you're crazy and I know you won't regret it!! enjoy this special time with your kids...they are all at grest ages for Disney!! We have taken two years olds....there is a lot of fun stuff for them!

[TheDizMom]

Personally I wouldn't worry about it. My sister has done it with 4 and the first time her youngest was 2 and they were just fine. Don't let his comment cause you to lose your excitement and enthusiasm for your trip. My advice just remind your kids every morning before you go out and before you head into a restaurant what kind of behavior you expect from them and I know you'll be just fine. If the little one has a tantrum don't sweat it because everyone's kid has, it comes with the territory! Kids are kids and you can only expect from them what their age will allow them to do. If you go in realizing that your toddler is doing what all toddlers do at times, it won't stress you out so much.

[PA Princess]

We have 4 kids ages 12, 11, 6, and 2 and in September we will make our 7th trip with kids.:goodvibes We have traveled to Disney with every age from 3 months to 12 years and everything in between. It has never occurred to us to place the lives of the older kids on pause waiting for the younger ones to "be old enough" - what is that really?

Traveling is something dh and I have always enjoyed together..whether it was simple tent camping weeking in the mountains or a luxury hotel. Having kids has not dampened our desire to travel and vacation...seems to only have increased those desires because those shared family experiences are just so precious!

In our experience, Disney is one of the easiest places to travel with kids...it is why we keep going back! We have gone other places, but they do feel like work. In Disney I feel like we all get to play:) Truly Disney makes it has easy as it can be to vacation with family...I hope you have a joyous family trip.

[GreatLakes5]

If you have the discipline to lose 39.5 pounds (WAY TO GO :cool1: ) you can handle Disney with your three little ones. I wish we would have taken our kids a bit earlier - my eldest went for the first time at 11 because we waited for our youngest to be in the 5-6 range.... You'll do well.....

Now the secrets to weight loss.....:goodvibes

[alicenwonder99]

Of all the trips we've been to WDW and DL (see my sig), the hardest was when my youngest was 2 1/2 years old. He was afraid of EVERYTHING. The only ride he didn't scream on was IASW. So, we adjusted our trip plans: we all took turns taking him on IASW. Most people can't get that song out of their heads after one ride on IASW, imagine after about 30 rides!! LOL.

It's been 4 years since we've been to DL, and ds is now 6 1/2. He can't wait to ride Indy, Splash, Matterhorn, etc.

Have a great trip, just be prepared to have a back up plan in case the 2 year old gets cranky.

(we laugh about that trip now...lol)

[annasmama]

We are taking our 3 kids, ages 8, 6 and 2. I do feel somewhat guilty about the 2 y/o b/c she won't remember it, but at the same time my older two are at the perfect age and don't want them to miss it. My parents waited until my sister and I were 11 and 12 to go to DW (so we would always remember it) and I don't want to make that same mistake with my kids. I want them to find it all very magical.

When pp make ignorant comments to me about handling 3 kids, I tell myself that they are just jealous, and in awe, of my wonderful parenting skills ;) They wish they were good enough to do a week in Disney with 3 kids.

GL, you'll do fine. And we'll be there at the same time

[kstinw19]

I think it is great to go when they are little...the magic is still in their eyes!

I hear so many people tell me they are going to wait until their kids are older, which is fine, but they are really missing out on the amazement and excitement in their little ones eyes.

We took our oldest kids when they were 4 and 3 and it was an incredible trip! We have gone back every year since, even with our latest, who is 2.

It's a bit more of a challenge with 3, but as long as you plan well, you will be fine.

Next year we will be taking four...not sure if I am ready for that yet...but I am sure we will have a great time!

[DisneyMommyMichelle]

Nope not crazy! it's all in what you think you can handle! our trip for this year has 2 kids under 3! Next years trip has 3 kids under 4!

[JJ&JSMOM]

Thanks for all the replies...I'm feeling much better about this all. I'm a very organized person so that helps me plan everything. I'm at the point now where I need to relax and go w/the flow. I have an itinerary in mind...a very kid friendly itinerary w/a definite break after lunch for the pool/nap. Maybe 1 afternoon (or more if older two want too), one of us we'll take the kids to park while DD2 naps to see a parade or ride more attractions. I have ADRs booked but am willing to forgo them if we need too or split up in case DD2 gets cranky.

I'm ready to go! Now if I can get the stroller issue taken care of we'll be all set.

Thanks again everyone.
JOanne

[JJ&JSMOM]

If you have the discipline to lose 39.5 pounds (WAY TO GO :cool1: ) you can handle Disney with your three little ones. I wish we would have taken our kids a bit earlier - my eldest went for the first time at 11 because we waited for our youngest to be in the 5-6 range.... You'll do well.....

Now the secrets to weight loss.....:goodvibes

Thanks...part of my weight loss motivation was our trip so I could keep up w/them. And now that spring has sprung here in Maine (finally!!!!) I've found that I can keep up w/them playing outside. It really helps. I am pretty disciplined thats part of my problem...I need to relax a little. I'm working on it!

As far as my secret it was just doing Weight Watchers and sticking to it. Setting little goals so they were "do-able" and before I knew it I was down. Just went to the doc's the other day and they were very surprised and pleased...that felt really good! Of course exercise was part as well but I dieted probably 3-4 months before I really started exercising...I would be exhausted if I tried. Once I lost the bulk the exercising was so much easier and not as frustrating. It gives me so much energy. I still get in ruts but its easier to come out off them now. Never give up!
Thanks again!
Joanne

[TnTWalter]

We had an umbrella stroller which was great. DS often napped while we watched parades. There was a day when I took DS back to POP to nap and the others stayed and went on rides. He was so good and I was worried, but being able to fall asleep in the stroller made all the difference!

DDs were perfect age for all the princess stuff and I'm so glad I didn't miss out on that. They were such a great age for all the characters and just the disney magic. Even my DS LOVED it. So glad we went.

We're going again this October...they'll be 5,6,8.

Trish

[Swimnoid]

Just a note on the stroller, JJ&JSMom. We started taking DD when whe was 3. We never took a stroller and she was fine and we didnt carry her a whole lot either.. Now 2 is a bunch younger than 3 but dont sweat it. If she wont do it you'll still have fun and probably when you get there and she sees a million strollers she'll think they are a ride too and want one! :rotfl:

[bumbershoot]

We are taking our 3 kids, ages 8, 6 and 2. I do feel somewhat guilty about the 2 y/o b/c she won't remember it, but at the same time my older two are at the perfect age and don't want them to miss it.

We took our son at 1 year 4 months, he didn't remember anything (not that he could tell us, at least).

Then again a year later. The memories WE have are absolutely wonderful, and even if he didn't remember it it was still worth it.

However, a few months after we got back, after months of silence on the subject, he suddenly started talking about Disneeeewand. Out of the blue! Now he's approaching 3, we don't talk about it unless he does, we don't GIVE him memories, and he's remembering more and more about our visit! He "plays" Disneyland, pretends he's on the Pooh ride, points things out, etc. Talks about other rides, too.

Just yesterday he bumped his face, and through his hand said "oh, I hurt my nose, I can't go on to Disneeeewand". :rotfl:

Anyway, don't feel guilty b/c the 2 year old might not remember. Something as BIG as Disneeeeworld, the kiddo might very well remember! :upsidedow

[4eyedbuzzard]

..."I don't envy you taking 3 kids to Disney" and he laughed...Now I'm really wondering if we are nuts!...
Joanne

We did it with three - DS5, DD3, DS1- back in '91 and then again with another addition in '97 when the youngest of our four was DD5 (time flies). We survived. And there were times it was more like work than a vacation. But if I had it to do all over again I wouldn't miss it for the world.

You will have your moments - but there will be good ones as well as bad. But in the future you have this to look forward to: We (DH50 - me, DW46, DD19, DS16, DD15 are going in early June for a week (off-site pool home) - and we all insist that we will once again ride those Dumbos!:laughing: :thumbsup2