3rd Time's the Charm!? A 2014 PTR *NEW 11/21!*

[eandesmom]

I thought I'd post another quick little update before I disappear for a while!

Baby is due in about 10 days! I can't believe how close we are getting. I feel like my body is starting to progress towards delivery, but with no imminent signs of labour. I am just hoping to avoid induction if I can, but trying to plan any of this is a waste

I just started another semester at school (yes, I am that ridiculous!). It is going to be tough to finish courses with a newborn, but if I don't do it now, I will have to wait another full year before the school offers these courses, which I really don't want to do. After this term, I should only have to take one more half-credit course and my degree will FINALLY be finished. Doing a BA part time really takes a long time, and I will be so glad to have it completed.

Baby girl seems to love going to lectures, it is the funniest thing. She starts kicking and moving around like crazy when I am sitting in a lecture. I am hoping that this means that she will share my love for learning!

That makes sense, as hard as it will be, it will be completely worth it versus waiting a whole more year!

As for our trip...

My mom told me a week or so ago that some of the family is considering going at the end of October/beginning of November, instead of the December trip we originally talked about.

Now, I can see their logic in this. My aunt (I think it is her lol) can't get the time off in December so they had to look at a different time to go. Fair enough. And they figure they could possibly catch the MNSSHP plus all of the Christmas decorations going up in one trip (planning a longer trip at this point).

But I am really torn about what to do. I really really want to take DH in December, and I do want us to have our own little family vacation (something that is quite important to DH). The baby will be almost a year old and this gives us a bit more time to save (which we will probably need since I am on maternity leave now). I am just afraid that if we keep our trip in December, despite what the rest of the family does, that my mom will be upset with us. She really wants to be there for baby's first trip, and she has done a lot for us so I always try to do things with her in mind if I can. But I doubt that she would keep her trip in December if the rest of them go in October/November. I did some preliminary, dummy date pricing and both of these times are the same price, so that isn't an issue.

Decisions, decisions...

Ah...family drama, nothing like it. Can you stagger your dates so part of it is alone time for just the 3 of you and part with the larger group? It's a tough thing. I was so happy to have the 2 days with just the 4 of us at the end of our trip. I am actually a bit bummed my folks wanted the same dates I was doing for the upcoming DLR trip. I am thrilled they are going, don't get me wrong but I really loved the idea of a day or 2 with just me and the boys and now that won't happen. Hopefully they will go visit their friends for a day but even if they do it will just be one E and I as it would likely happen during the band part. At any rate, I digress. If you can make it early November, versus end of oct, say 2nd week...you'll get a lot of the holiday stuff and maybe that would be a compromise? Much as it might not be ideal, I'd probably try to make it work when it works for your mom and the larger group, just isn't worth the hurt feelings.

Of course if you go earlier...you'll get MNSSHP and Food and Wine so not a bad deal any way you look at it.

 

[KatMark]

Best wishes as Baby Girl's arrival approaches. And as MEK said, please come back and post some pictures of our newest little DISer.

I love that Baby Girl gets excited at your lectures at school.

A little compromise: go with the others October/November, but maybe go a couple of days early or stay a few days later, or just plan some "alone time" away from the family?

 

[afwdwfan]

Good luck!!!! I hope she comes soon so you don't have to be induced, but like you said, it isn't like there's anything you can do about it.

Good luck at school. You're probably going to need it. I completely understand why you're going to do it though. If you'd have to wait another year to get those courses in, it is definitely for the best to try and do what you can.

Good luck deciding what to do for the upcoming trip. I know you want to keep your DH and your mom both happy, and that isn't always easy. I'd say you just need to sit down and talk to your mom and see how she feels about it if you guys really do want to go in December. Truthfully though, I don't think it will be much different travelling with an 8 month old vs. a 10 month old. It would be nice to have a couple more months to save though.

 

[Disney9.9.10]

Good luck with school and with baby girl. Make sure when you come back to post there are baby pictures involved!

Hmmm - very late October/early November might not be a bad time to go. I left November 4th this year, but right after that the Christmas decorations all started to go up. It will probably only be a month earlier for you, so its definitely something to consider. Personally, I have found that if you don't go right in the beginning of December you get stressed when you get home because Christmas is right there waiting for you.

Thank you MEK! I will definitely post a couple of pictures after baby girl is born, nobody can resist baby pics lol

I think that it might not be a bad time to go, and in reality it isn't THAT much earlier. I think that it is just overwhelming me having to make more decisions. We will have to see what happens as we get closer and DH talks to his boss about when he can most easily get some time off. It will all work out in the end!

That makes sense, as hard as it will be, it will be completely worth it versus waiting a whole more year!

Ah...family drama, nothing like it. Can you stagger your dates so part of it is alone time for just the 3 of you and part with the larger group? It's a tough thing. I was so happy to have the 2 days with just the 4 of us at the end of our trip. I am actually a bit bummed my folks wanted the same dates I was doing for the upcoming DLR trip. I am thrilled they are going, don't get me wrong but I really loved the idea of a day or 2 with just me and the boys and now that won't happen. Hopefully they will go visit their friends for a day but even if they do it will just be one E and I as it would likely happen during the band part. At any rate, I digress. If you can make it early November, versus end of oct, say 2nd week...you'll get a lot of the holiday stuff and maybe that would be a compromise? Much as it might not be ideal, I'd probably try to make it work when it works for your mom and the larger group, just isn't worth the hurt feelings.

Of course if you go earlier...you'll get MNSSHP and Food and Wine so not a bad deal any way you look at it.

We had originally discussed going a few days earlier than everyone else so that we could have at least a bit of a trip on our own - so that is definitely still a possibility. I am just the one in the middle trying to make sure I please everyone, and with everything going on right now, it is probably bothering me more than normal. I'm sure that we will come up with something that will make everyone happy!

Best wishes as Baby Girl's arrival approaches. And as MEK said, please come back and post some pictures of our newest little DISer.

I love that Baby Girl gets excited at your lectures at school.

A little compromise: go with the others October/November, but maybe go a couple of days early or stay a few days later, or just plan some "alone time" away from the family?

Thanks Kathy! I have some Disney newborn photo shoot ideas already lined up so I will be sure to share a couple of those with you all! I had another lecture today, and it was the same thing - she really seems to enjoy it! I told DH that he is going to be stuck with 2 nerdy girls

We had discussed going a few days earlier than everyone else in December in order to get us some alone time, so this is definitely a possibility. I'm sure that everything will become more clear in the next couple of months.

Good luck!!!! I hope she comes soon so you don't have to be induced, but like you said, it isn't like there's anything you can do about it.

Good luck at school. You're probably going to need it. I completely understand why you're going to do it though. If you'd have to wait another year to get those courses in, it is definitely for the best to try and do what you can.

Good luck deciding what to do for the upcoming trip. I know you want to keep your DH and your mom both happy, and that isn't always easy. I'd say you just need to sit down and talk to your mom and see how she feels about it if you guys really do want to go in December. Truthfully though, I don't think it will be much different travelling with an 8 month old vs. a 10 month old. It would be nice to have a couple more months to save though.

Thank you! It is hard to not have control over anything, but I guess that is something that I need to get used to lol School is going to be tough, but I am just going to push through - it's only a couple of months, which is not a lot in the grand scheme of things, and it will make a big difference in getting my degree finished.

I agree with you that it probably isn't a huge difference in going in Oct/Nov vs. Dec. I might just be a tad overwhelmed right now

 

[teekathepony]

You're so close! Best of luck with Baby's birth and I can't wait to see some pictures!
Good luck with school too, hoping you can get through your courses just fine!

We went November 11-18 and it was a nice time to go. Christmas stuff up but still early enough that the crowds were very low.

 

[Disney9.9.10]

You're so close! Best of luck with Baby's birth and I can't wait to see some pictures!
Good luck with school too, hoping you can get through your courses just fine!

We went November 11-18 and it was a nice time to go. Christmas stuff up but still early enough that the crowds were very low.

Thank you for the well wishes!

Thanks for your input on dates as well. No matter when we go we will have a good time, and won't be at home, but it is still so hard to decide!

 

[amazingact21]

You wrote your update almost a week ago, so who knows? Your little one could already be here... If not, then soon! (I hope, for your sake.)


Hmm, the whole trip date decision is tough. I can see both sides. December's the time you really want to go, but you also want to make sure you include your mom in you trip. On one hand, it's your money you're spending to take the Disney trip, so oyu should go when you want to. On the other hand, having extra hands around is extremely nice. Landon's approximately the same age as when you would go to Disney with your family, and he is into everything! It takes a village to keep him in line.

But, that's a tough call. I'd say just think long and hard about when you want to be there. If you think you'll regret not going in December, then definitely go then. You wanna pick the time that is right for you three, since it'll be you guy's first trip as a new family.

 

[Disney9.9.10]

You wrote your update almost a week ago, so who knows? Your little one could already be here... If not, then soon! (I hope, for your sake.)


Hmm, the whole trip date decision is tough. I can see both sides. December's the time you really want to go, but you also want to make sure you include your mom in you trip. On one hand, it's your money you're spending to take the Disney trip, so oyu should go when you want to. On the other hand, having extra hands around is extremely nice. Landon's approximately the same age as when you would go to Disney with your family, and he is into everything! It takes a village to keep him in line.

But, that's a tough call. I'd say just think long and hard about when you want to be there. If you think you'll regret not going in December, then definitely go then. You wanna pick the time that is right for you three, since it'll be you guy's first trip as a new family.

Still pregnant here lol I'm so ready to meet this baby so hopefully she comes soon!

 

[Disney9.9.10]

So I actually have some trip related news for once!

I have been debating back and forth about what to do about dates, but there has been so much stuff going on that it is really hard to make an actual decision.

My mom spoke with our travel agent yesterday, and they priced out a bunch of different dates and resort options for us. She told us that December is starting to look less and less desirable - prices going up, no longer value season when we wanted to go, stuff like that. She also gave us her thoughts on a few of the weeks in October/November - I don't think we've ever gone this time of year so we don't have personal experience with it and I trust what our TA has to say.

In the end, we are temporarily booked November 12-21 in a theme park view room at BLT!!

BLT was actually one of our original plans but because it is DVC we had to wait and weren't sure if it would be a possibility, so we decided to look into alternates as well. We love the proximity to MK. It will be great to be able to walk to and from MK with the baby, and MK is our favourite park so we always spend more time there than anywhere else.

Things could definitely still change at this point, but there were very few rooms available so we decided to just book them and we can always adjust our plans if need be.

My mom booked a 2 bedroom villa for most of the family, and a studio for DH, myself and the baby.

Pro's to this plan:
- BLT is a new resort for me!
- Close to MK
- Christmas decorations will be up
- Make the family happy to all go together
- Have our own room to feel like we are having our own trip as well
- Not much different from December, weather wise

There are way more pros than cons to this, so I am hoping that it will work out for us. I haven't really talked to DH about it yet, because he wasn't around when I needed to make the decision, and deposits can always be moved, but I think that this is a compromise that we can live with.

Now we just need to save and plan!

 

[afwdwfan]

Looks like an awesome plan! I know things can still change this far out, but I'm glad you've got something set for now, so hopefully, you can stop worrying about it for a while since you're going to have more important things to deal with. I think BLT will be an excellent place to stay traveling with a baby. And having a theme park view to watch fireworks while the baby is asleep is just about perfect.

 

[MEK]

Wowsa. Your plans sound great. What a lovely time of year to visit and woo hoo to BLT! That's going to be awesome! Sounds like the perfect location for you and your family!

 

[KatMark]

I think those plans sound perfect. I like that you have your own studio...that will be great for the three of you.

I have to say I was hoping the update was a photo of our newest DISer.

 

[teekathepony]

Love the plan! Those are almost the same dates we went this past year and we loved it. The room arrangements sound great too.

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[dtr_angel]

I just wanted to stop by and wish you a smooth labor & delivery! I hope everything goes well and you have your baby girl in your arms in no time.

 

[CtinaDitty]

How exciting and what a great compromise!! Staying at BLT will be great with a little one because you can always just walk back to your room from MK. It's really a nice walk and if they're in a stroller, it might just put them to sleep. So excited for you! It's always amazing to have actual dates, even if they could be moved! You're booked!!!!

I hope your labor and delivery go well! My mom finished her degree while pregnant with my older sister so it can be done! I love that your little princess loves the lectures. How sweet! That makes me smile just thinking of it.

I'll be thinking about you! Can't wait to see pictures! Good luck! Soon you'll have your little princess in your arms and your life will never be the same (in a good way!).

 

[Disney9.9.10]

Looks like an awesome plan! I know things can still change this far out, but I'm glad you've got something set for now, so hopefully, you can stop worrying about it for a while since you're going to have more important things to deal with. I think BLT will be an excellent place to stay traveling with a baby. And having a theme park view to watch fireworks while the baby is asleep is just about perfect.

It does feel great to have something at least booked, even if it does change.

Wowsa. Your plans sound great. What a lovely time of year to visit and woo hoo to BLT! That's going to be awesome! Sounds like the perfect location for you and your family!

I am very excited about these plans! But I think I'll be excited no matter what lol

I think those plans sound perfect. I like that you have your own studio...that will be great for the three of you.

I have to say I was hoping the update was a photo of our newest DISer.

I agree!

 

[Disney9.9.10]

Love the plan! Those are almost the same dates we went this past year and we loved it. The room arrangements sound great too.

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I really like hearing all if these positive stories about that time of year, it makes me feel better about our decision.

I just wanted to stop by and wish you a smooth labor & delivery! I hope everything goes well and you have your baby girl in your arms in no time.

Thank you!

How exciting and what a great compromise!! Staying at BLT will be great with a little one because you can always just walk back to your room from MK. It's really a nice walk and if they're in a stroller, it might just put them to sleep. So excited for you! It's always amazing to have actual dates, even if they could be moved! You're booked!!!!

I hope your labor and delivery go well! My mom finished her degree while pregnant with my older sister so it can be done! I love that your little princess loves the lectures. How sweet! That makes me smile just thinking of it.

I'll be thinking about you! Can't wait to see pictures! Good luck! Soon you'll have your little princess in your arms and your life will never be the same (in a good way!).

I love your excitement! Thank you for your well wishes!

 

[Disney9.9.10]

Hello everyone!!

I don't have any pictures to share at the moment, but my baby girl Evelyn has arrived! She was born on January 27th (2 days late) at 11:30am weighing 6 pounds 15 ounces and measuring 20 inches long. Labour was quick and medication free and we had one big scare but we are both home and doing well now.

I love this baby girl so much and she is a really good baby. I cannot wait to take her to WDW!!

I will try to update again soon and get caught up on what I've missed.

 

[KatMark]

Krysten, in the car on way out of town, but saw your post and had to welcome Baby Evelyn. Congrats to all.

 

[amazingact21]

Yay! I saw your PTR on the 1st page and wondered if you were posting with good news!

Congratulations!!!!


I love the name Evelyn. That was actually going to be Landon's name if he turned out to be a girl.


I applaud you for having a medication-free labor. That's pretty rare nowadays.


Can't wait to see pictures! Rest up and get sleep when you can!