Just back, MNSSHP, 2 kids, pregnant, weather, crowds etc....

NHBelle

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Well of course we had an excellent trip. We stayed at Best Western for 3 nights and Orange Lake Country Club for 7 nights.

We did so much....

The Halloween party was a blast. At first we thought it was mobbed, but then we realized that there are so many things to do it really helped to spread everyone out. They had free face painting, characters everywhere, 2 parade times, ghost stories, fortune telling, trick or treat stations, hula hooping, balloon animals etc. There was something going on all over, SO the rides were'nt too bad. We walked right on several and did all the other stuff too. It was very productive.

We also went to Universal and IOA if anyone has any questions.

The weather was hot. Thankfully several days were overcast which really helped and of course there were some showers, but nothing that ruined the whole day. The last few days it was really hot and sunny.

The crowds were moderate I would say. We usually go in August when it is really packed and I was hopng it would be a lot less, but it was still pretty packed. Some days were better than others. I would defiantely reccomend avoiding Saturdays at MK. We could barely walk throught the crowds. Epcot was never busy. We could always go there if the others were too much. I think we did pretty good, but it was defiantley more crowded than I thought it would be.


The kids were so good. Our DD is 8 and this was defiantely her best year. She tried several big rides and finally ate enough to make it worth the money we pay for her to eat (especially at the character meals). Our ds is 3 and he had a few melt downs over toys, but he liked the characters this year and I got so many pictures. He never napped and woke up each morning excited to go. Its funny but this morning (our 1st morning home) he slept till 11:30. He was obviously catching up. Dinners were a little tough. We found it best to not eat too late and to not order appetizers (makes the meal a little quicker).

Lastly, I went 6 months pregnant. I was defiantely tired, but I seen many pregnant women and some who looked much further along. I am not sure I could've made it in another month. I get so uncomfortable standing for long periods, but I am sure that everyone is different. I went on lots of rides and skipped lots too. My dr said I could go on aything I would take my 3 yr old ds on so thats what I did.

Anyway, if you have any questions please ask!!!!
 
Glad you had a great trip.

I went last year 6 months pregnant and don't think I could have gone just 2 weeks later. It was so hot (10/26-30) that I actually lost about 5 lbs on the trip. But it did teach me the joys of a nice slow pace.

Now I have this absolutely amazing little baby girl. She is just such a gift. Everyone says 3rd babies are more laid back and she certainly is. She's always smiling and laughing and "growling". She's just so funny! She really adds such a great dimension to our family and my DD & DS just love her. I can't wait to go to Disney with the 3 of them in January (DS's 3rd birthday).

Best of luck with your baby. Your timing seems a bit better than mine-you should get your tax deduction. I had 2 January babies.
 
Welcome back! Glad to hear you had a good trip. You are brave to visit at 6 mos. pregnant -- we visited DL at about 7 mos. pregnant with my middle DD, but DL is much smaller than WDW. One question, what time did they let you in for MNSSHP? We're hoping to get in early (about 5:15). Any info would be much appreciated.
 
NHBelle - glad you all had a fantastic time! Thanks for the report on MNSSHP. We are going to it for the first time on the 30th and looking forward to it!! :)
 

Well, the MK was open till 6pm on the day of the party and we did a water park that day so I am not sure if you could get in for the party so early. If you don't mind, I am sure you could hang out and wait. I kind of enjoyed the suprise of all the decorations though. I wouldn't have wanted to watch them set it all up. Good Luck and have fun!
 
Thanks for the review on MNSSHP! We will be going on the 19th as I was wondering where the complimentary picture is taken? Is there more than one spot? I thought I had read that one spot was near LTT?? How was the line for the photo? Were there quite a few rides in Fantasyland open? Thanks in advance for your response! Glad you had a nice time & Best Wishes with the new baby!!
 
There were three spots for the comp photo. There was one right by small world, one by the Jungle Cruise and one in Fantasy Land. The lines were huge at first. I didnt think we'd be able to get one, but by 9:30 they were better. We had ours done at Small World and waited maybe 5 minutes which I felt was completely worth it. I cant wait till it comes in!
 


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