The Everything Pooh Sized Thread

[SgtClaymore]

Thanks for starting this thread and keeping it active! I and my husband are also pooh sized and I read every one of these posts yesterday and last night. I have found some great tips in all these pages. We are planning a trip for April of this year and I too was worried about these same issues, particularly the rides. Glad to know that it won't be an issue. Have a great day everyone and keep the tips coming

Pretty awesome thread kinda fun!

 

[SashaFarce]

Anyone Pooh-sized have any experience with riding the Barnstormer soon-to-be-Great-Goofini prior to its closure? It will be reopening in the Storybook Circus area around the time that we plan to make our first trip with a little kid, and I was wondering if this one will be doable for us. (I'm assuming the ride cars will be the same or similar.)

 

[MandyTG]

Anyone Pooh-sized have any experience with riding the Barnstormer soon-to-be-Great-Goofini prior to its closure? It will be reopening in the Storybook Circus area around the time that we plan to make our first trip with a little kid, and I was wondering if this one will be doable for us. (I'm assuming the ride cars will be the same or similar.)

I'm a size 26 and I rode the Barnstormer with my then 3 year old son. The lap bar did not come down enough to secure him in, but I kept my arm across him and he was fine. I would do whatever you feel comfortable with.

 

[colesmomndad]

Hey everyone! I just wanted to pop in and say how much I LOVE this thread!!! As a pooh-sized gal, I find this to be a very good site for information. I am hoping to be less pooh sized by our trip in August. This will be my first trip since i was a kid in 1985 and my hubby's first time ever. We are taking my son and my nephew and we are all so excited. It's nice to know that if i don't lose quite the amount of weight I am aiming for, that it's still possible to enjoy the rides and everything else anyway. So, thanks again for all the great information.

 

[PrincessSarah314]

Any word on the size of Great Goofini yet? We are leaving in 3 days and I'm wondering if I can fit on it (size 28, big hips and bottom) with my BF or even solo?

 

[lovesdumbo]

Any word on the size of Great Goofini yet? We are leaving in 3 days and I'm wondering if I can fit on it (size 28, big hips and bottom) with my BF or even solo?

It is the exact same as Goofy's Barnstormer-just a redo of the theme but the ride is the same as are the cars. I haven't been on in few years so I can't remember how big the seats are.

 

[billwendy]

I am a 2x, and have ridden the Barnstormer many times with a child, but not another adult - hope that helps!!!

 

[tlovesdis]

I am so happy to have found this thread!!!

I am Pooh sized! Currently I am 5'4", 275, size 24. I have recently lost 30 pounds on Weight Watchers and plan to lose a lot more by the time I hit WDW in November 2013!!!

I go to Disneyland about once or twice a year and never have any issues with rides. At my very heaviest, I could not ride Mullholland Madness as the lap bar would not go down, but have had no other issues.

My favorite theme park shoes ever are Crocs! I used to own 6 pairs, but sadly I found out I am alergic to them and can no longer wear them So I am on the hunt for comfy, yet durable flip flops. It sounds like Teva's might be the way to go.

As far as clothes go, I used to have to buy exclusively online as nothing in the stores fit, but now I shop at Avenue and Wal Mart, a lot! Online I love Woman Within and Old Navy!! I just bought a new bathing suit for this season at Wal Mart. It is two pieces, shorts and a top and the top has underwire, which I need for the girls! I love it and it was $27 total for both pieces! I have also had good luck finding clearance items at Kohl's recently!

I am really nervous about all the walking I will have to do at WDW, but like I said I should be a lot lighter by the time I hit WDW, if WW keeps going well! Plus my exercise of choice right now is walking so that should help.

Is it hot in November? I hate the heat!!!

Again so glad I found this thread and I hope to get lots more ideas! I've only read through about half of the thread so far!!!

 

[LynneFri]

I wanted to thank everyone who posted on this thread. I love the word Pooh-sized, had never heard it before. I'm a size 22 and have been soo afraid of not fitting in the rides.....I experienced this last summer at Six Flags and it was more than embarassing.
I no longer am nervous at all about going on the rides! This will be myfirst trip ever to WDW and I'm 41!

 

[lilaurora]

I love that this thread is out there

Even though I've been to WDW a couple of times, I am still self-conscious of my size (20-22) and it's good to hear that other people feel the same way. AND, I like knowing that there are so many supportive DISers with wonderful ideas on how to make touring the parks more comfortable and carefree!

My next visit is a girls trip with DD7 in early June and am loving going through and getting great tips!

 

[CozumelDisneyFan]

I must admit, I am not Pooh sized, nor am I a size 2, just average.

Also must admit that I did not read all of the thread.

But I have to say that seeing the World thru your eyes has opened mine.

Never imagined the worries, the difficulty or the trouble that my fellow Dis-ers faced when planning/enjoying a trip to WDW.

What a learning experience! Thank you for your honesty and for sharing.

All I can say is love yourselves (and I am not being condesending, just the opposite as this is heartfelt) as you are!

People like me do not know what goes on "behind the scenes#, the concerns before your trip.

I take my hat off to you all! Have strength thru your struggles, and keep your chin up, not all average people are jerks.

They just dont understand or see the whole picture! As the proud Aunt of 2 austistic children, I know that those on the outside dont understand their struggle.

Walt designed Disney for all to enjoy, no matter what color, religion, financial status or dress size.

I wish you all many Magical WDW trips with your families!

 

[Hoodie]

So glad to find this! I will read it through thoroughly. I've been to WDW several times as "pooh sized " (around 16-18), but this will be my first trip post 2 babies which has bumped me to 20-22. I'm hoping to be back to the 16-18 by the time we go in November, but will be checking this for all the tips!

 

[Pattiwig]

Hi, lovin' the thread. My question is about footwear. I see a lot of you love your crocs, I wear an 11WW shoe, do the crocs or Teva's come in wide widths? Thanks for your help.

 

[disneegrl4eva]

Is it hot in November? I hate the heat!!!

nope its really nice...I went this last Nov. and it was gorgeous...and Im from CA as well

 

[Blackbeltdisneygirl]

Hey there everyone! I was just curious where everyone who has an airplane seatbelt extender bought it from?! I looked on ebay, and I wasn't sure if that was the way to go or not. I am looking into Airtran and would rather have my own. Thanx guys!

 

[disneegrl4eva]

Hey there everyone! I was just curious where everyone who has an airplane seatbelt extender bought it from?! I looked on ebay, and I wasn't sure if that was the way to go or not. I am looking into Airtran and would rather have my own. Thanx guys!

Ive lost quite a bit of weight so I dont have to have one anymore but even when I did I didnt buy one....Im not sure why you want to pay for something like that but for me I was kind of embarrassed so I always got on the plane when they allowed for people who needed to preboard for assistance and there was nobody on board so I would ask for it and receive it before they let people on...save me from being super embarrassed

 

[bearloch]

I fly airtran u dont need to buy one they are wonderfull!! just ask to preboard or ask for one to be on your seat!! if they dont get it ahead they are very nice about it!!! enjoy your flight!

 

[disneegrl4eva]

I fly airtran u dont need to buy one they are wonderfull!! just ask to preboard or ask for one to be on your seat!! if they dont get it ahead they are very nice about it!!! enjoy your flight!

yeah thats what Im saying...Ive never flown Airtran but Ive flown just about every major airline out there and they all do the same thing

 

[Blackbeltdisneygirl]

Ive lost quite a bit of weight so I dont have to have one anymore but even when I did I didnt buy one....Im not sure why you want to pay for something like that but for me I was kind of embarrassed so I always got on the plane when they allowed for people who needed to preboard for assistance and there was nobody on board so I would ask for it and receive it before they let people on...save me from being super embarrassed

You said the exact reason why! I would prefer not to have to ask for one. I talked to people on this thread last year about the seatbelts, and many had purchased their own b/c they are really inexpensive, and it saves having to ask. I asked last May on Continental b/c I was freaking out the first year that the seatbelt was so tight, and I was nervous they would make me buy another seat. I got it buckled, but it was uncomfortable. Anyway, my Pooh sized pals on here suggested asking for one, which I did, and it was fine. I just would rather not have to ask b/c it is embarassing. I would probably never do preboard b/c I would be too embarassed. That is just me. I train in the martial arts like I am a size two, I earned a black belt while being overweight, and I perform constantly in front of large audiences. I work my butt off every day in this world of skinny minnies, but get on an airplane and draw attention to myself??? Totally outside my comfort zone. It doesn't make much sense to me, but it's the way I am!

I fly airtran u dont need to buy one they are wonderfull!! just ask to preboard or ask for one to be on your seat!! if they dont get it ahead they are very nice about it!!! enjoy your flight!

Thanx! I am glad to hear they are so nice. I am nervous b/c it is our first time flying with them. I always get nervous until I have experienced it one time. Thanx!

yeah thats what Im saying...Ive never flown Airtran but Ive flown just about every major airline out there and they all do the same thing

They were very nice, it is my own insecurity!!! Thanx for the reassurance!

Also, does anyone know some good places to buy plus sized moisture wicking clothing? I bought a pair of capris off of ebay, and they are great, but I would like some other options. I chafe like crazy at Disney b/c I am not used to sweating like that, and I have to wear my clothes bigger in order to fit my waist and my chest, so other areas are way too big and rub. I hate to spend money on tailoring b/c I want to lose weight. I use Body Glide and Anti-Monkey Butt, but still chafed even though it was to a lesser degree. Maybe moisture wicking spandex? I haven't read the more recent posts to see if anyone asked this, but I will now. Thanx!

 

[bearloch]

Ive found for my DH at Walmart in the big section a wicking shirt he likes it but ive had a hard time finding " summer" colors he works inside so color doesnt matter most of the time! if u find some let us know!! Ive never found any for myself though I found a cotton/guaze shirt that I love at a resale shop have not been able to find any more though I do see some in lane bryant catalog! have not ordered yet