Hi Kim!! I have not cruised recently, but I think I can answer some of your questions (as I have looked into it for my DD on our 11-8-03 cruise). From what I understand you should go to Flounders on your first day and get your spots. You can be guaranteed three spots to start with and ask to be put on a list for another other time you wish. It seems that even for the other times you request, most people have gotten in (I think they call you and say you can bring baby), but it just depends on how many little ones are on the cruise at that time.
Myself I plan to take her for my spa treatments and then most nights at dinner (since we have last seating I may keep her for like 45min, feed her and then drop her at Flounders while I enjoy the rest of my meal.)
I believe it is $6.00 an hour with a two hour min.
Hmmm...I think I answered your question. If I can think of anything else I will post it.
I hope your family has an amazing trip!!
Stacie (ahhhhhh who leaves for the "MAGIC" in two days)