Thinking of cancelling...crying baby questions

[piratejill]

So, our free dining trip is planned for Sept 12-17 (next week) and we (were) are so looking forward to it. Myself, DH, DS (3.5) and DS(2 month old) have reservations at Pop for the stay.
We were thinking we were going to have to cancel the trip right after the baby was born, but he proved himself to be such an easy going, happy baby, we thought "what the heck, let's go and we will make it work".
However, in the last week, the baby has become fussier and fussier at bedtime and when sleepy and I REALLY don't want to be "that family" with "that shrieking child" at WDW, the airplane, the hotel room, etc next week.
Any tips on taking a potentially fussy baby to Pop, the parks, etc? Anyone had experience with this?
I really still want this trip to work out, but I don't want us to be miserable trying to calm him and bothering others along the way. My original thought was to try to calm the baby in the evenings was to walk him around (In stroller or wearing him in a carrier which seems to make him happier). However, I would hate to bother the other guests being outside with him if he is up late in the middle of the night.

 

[mlynn]

This might be able to help with sleeping.http://www.pediasleep.com/sounds/vacuum.html?gclid=CNaM66fnxJUCFQoNGgodQXSTiA

My nephew had a hard time sleeping and I would turn on the vacuum and he would go right to sleep. If it works for you. You could get a portable cd player with little speakers instead of head phones.

So, our free dining trip is planned for Sept 12-17 (next week) and we (were) are so looking forward to it. Myself, DH, DS (3.5) and DS(2 month old) have reservations at Pop for the stay.
We were thinking we were going to have to cancel the trip right after the baby was born, but he proved himself to be such an easy going, happy baby, we thought "what the heck, let's go and we will make it work".
However, in the last week, the baby has become fussier and fussier at bedtime and when sleepy and I REALLY don't want to be "that family" with "that shrieking child" at WDW, the airplane, the hotel room, etc next week.
Any tips on taking a potentially fussy baby to Pop, the parks, etc? Anyone had experience with this?
I really still want this trip to work out, but I don't want us to be miserable trying to calm him and bothering others along the way. My original thought was to try to calm the baby in the evenings was to walk him around (In stroller or wearing him in a carrier which seems to make him happier). However, I would hate to bother the other guests being outside with him if he is up late in the middle of the night.

 

[Mouse House Mama]

The baby is 2 months old according to your siggies. Are you bf or ff? If you are bf it could be your diet that is making him fussy. If it is ff then the f might not agree with him. At that age most (not all) babies like to be held. So you might be just holding the baby a lot on your trip. Good luck with whatever you decide!

 

[JustinsMommy07]

So, our free dining trip is planned for Sept 12-17 (next week) and we (were) are so looking forward to it. Myself, DH, DS (3.5) and DS(2 month old) have reservations at Pop for the stay.
We were thinking we were going to have to cancel the trip right after the baby was born, but he proved himself to be such an easy going, happy baby, we thought "what the heck, let's go and we will make it work".
However, in the last week, the baby has become fussier and fussier at bedtime and when sleepy and I REALLY don't want to be "that family" with "that shrieking child" at WDW, the airplane, the hotel room, etc next week.
Any tips on taking a potentially fussy baby to Pop, the parks, etc? Anyone had experience with this?
I really still want this trip to work out, but I don't want us to be miserable trying to calm him and bothering others along the way. My original thought was to try to calm the baby in the evenings was to walk him around (In stroller or wearing him in a carrier which seems to make him happier). However, I would hate to bother the other guests being outside with him if he is up late in the middle of the night.

We took DS last December when he was 4months. He was and still is an easy going, happy baby.We didn't take him on rides or to any shows that trip. We mainly went for the atmosphere at Christmas. The only time he really cried was when he was tired or hungry. When he was hungry he would scream and cry uncontrollably. We couldn't get the bottle to him fast enough! Once he had the bottle he quieted down instantly. Unfortunately this happened many times while we were in the parks and walking around the resorts. We would try and feed him every 3 hours, but he wanted to be on his own unpredictable schedule. I too did not want to be that family, but we were. I'm sure we got some looks and the most stress came from worrying about disturbing others. One thing that usually calmed him down when he was really fussy was Gripe Water. We carried that everywhere! We didn't fly so I can't offer any advice on that, but hopefully he will sleep for most of the flight.
My advice to you and your family is to go and have a great time. Your DS is a baby and babies cry. He would cry whether he was at home or in Disney. Anyone going to Disney surely expects to hear kids(of all ages) laughing, screaming and crying. I could see someone being upset if you sat through and entire show with him wailing, but beyond that I wouldn't worry. Just take things slow and don't try to do too much. You may have to split up with DH so your other DS can do some things. You may get some looks, but I am betting that they will be more along the lines of "been there, done that!" We have received as well as given some of those.
Good Luck and Have Fun!

 

[thegrimdwarf]

Both my boys got difficult about sleep right at the 2 month mark. My older one had me ready to run away from home - the inconsolable crying was making me nuts. I got a tip from someone about Harvey Karp's "Happiest Baby on the Block" book, and the techniques worked great for him - within a few days we were both enjoying easy nap and bedtimes and full nights of sleep. We used the techniques for my second boy, too, and had a much easier time.

Also, for traveling, I definitely recommend a noise machine. Everyone in my house sleeps with white noise. For travel, Conair makes a cheap one that works great - it's about $15 at Walmart.

 

[churchpilot]

Have you tried one the papoose type swings for your baby to go off to sleep in? Our youngest slept in one of these the first 3 months of his life---it was the only way we got any sleep. If it works, maybe you could rent one while at Disney. I also agree that people expect to hear all sorts of noises coming out of children/babies at Disney. You sound reasonable and considerate, so do what you can to limit the disruption for your baby and enjoy your trip. Hopefully some Disney magic will help soothe you and your baby!!!

 

[Suzanna1973]

Do you swaddle your baby? A 2 month old will sleep very well and calm down with a good swaddle and a rocking. Try it out and see if works!

Good luck!

 

[lisadr]

Are you getting nervous/upset about the upcoming trip? I know it may sound strange or new age-but could he be feeding off of your anxiety? Just something to throw out there-newborns pick up a lot from their moms mood-that's why they tell you to relax when trying to breast feed-you being tense makes the baby tense. Maybe all the planning and worrying is getting to you and he feels it and it's wigging him out.My DD(7) still picks up on stress in the house, so I have to be very careful not to bring work aggravation home or stuff like that. Like I said just a theory.

Good luck I hope everything works out

 

[swald91]

I really can't give you any advice about your baby...mine are 7 & 11!! But we just returned & we had a crying baby in the room next to us. Ifelt bad for them but it stopped. I was getting worried they we keep us up at night but it was fine. I can't see you cancel this trip for a "maybe" It's your vacation & things may be just fine!! Some of these posts have great ideas to try also! Good luck!

 

[soontobewed07]

DS had the same problem he had reflux. Once he was on medicine it was much better. Have you tried letting the baby sleep in a swing? or something upright? The thing that use to help before the medicine was a warm bath w/ the lavendar vanilla soap and the a soothing massage with the same lotion. We did it everynight it was Bath Baba Bed. give it a try if it works keep up the routine.

 

[moredisneyplease]

just right now my little baby is upstairs crying and it makes me want to say "Dont go!!" but thats because he's been fussy for a few days and its driving me bananas!!

See if you can get things settled w/ the above advice and go and enjoy! In the meantime, I'm going to go step outside for some fresh air before I start crying too!

 

[shelly3girls]

DS had the same problem he had reflux. Once he was on medicine it was much better. Have you tried letting the baby sleep in a swing? or something upright? The thing that use to help before the medicine was a warm bath w/ the lavendar vanilla soap and the a soothing massage with the same lotion. We did it everynight it was Bath Baba Bed. give it a try if it works keep up the routine.

I was going to post the same thing. This was the age when DS started showing signs of refulx. He was instantly better with meds.

I found even during fussy stages that my kids were better at WDW. There is tons of stimulation and they are being held a great deal. I brought a sling when DS was 2.5 months and it helped a great deal.

 

[julm26]

I wouldn't cancel your trip becuz your baby has become fussy. Every child has their moments of fussiness during sleep.

We were in Niagara FAlls, CN in May and and at 2:30am one morning my DD3 woke up screaming " I want Ice Cream" - it was like she was still asleep and sorta awake - there was no amount of soothing we could do and after about 45 minutes (yep that long!) she finally fell back asleep. I'm sure the people around us, were wishing we'd just go buy her some ice cream!!!

Go and have a good time!!

 

[nilseks]

I don't think you should cancel a trip because you're worried about bothering other people. Babies cry. People will get over it. IMO it's not any worse than parents snapping at kids, kids acting obnoxious, older kids cutting in line, etc. All of the stimulation and background noise will probably just knock him out. He is probably also just getting to the clingy stage, so a baby carrier or a sling would probably work well. Actually, probably both. I always liked the chest carrier b/c it frees up your hands, and you can face baby inward when you want to limit stimulation and try and get him to sleep. The sling is great b/c he's probably still small enough that you will have extra fabric you can pull over his eyes while he's sleeping, to shield out light and whatnot.

Go and have a fun trip!

 

[amandaraye]

Let me just say that if I were standingin line or walking next to you and your crying baby I would not have ONE MOMENT of negative thinking. My only thought would be 'poor little guy' and "I remmeber those days'. It's a family vacation destination and I would/will fully expect to hear crying babies, bickering children (especially my own) and all kinds of other stuff. go and enjoy yourselves! if he's giong to be fussy you might as well be in the happiest place on earth while he's fussing rather than sitting home right? not to mention your older DS deserves to go. Have a great time!

 

[tkmmc]

If you are nursing, babies go through growth spurts at 6 - 8 weeks. May want to Google suggestions for that.

In any case baby will cry whether at home or away. So go have fun. The family may rather be at Disney with a crying baby than at home with a crying baby. AND it may all work out better than you think! Reflux and colic hit both of mine at this age. It was bad everywhere we went so I preferred staying home. Looking back I wish I had the strength to just go have fun anyway!

Now, if YOU don't feel well, you may want to stay home. I can't imagine feeling like doing Disney 2 months post-partum. If momma ain't happy...

Good luck with EVERYTHING!

 

[disneymarie]

If you are nursing, babies go through growth spurts at 6 - 8 weeks. May want to Google suggestions for that.

In any case baby will cry whether at home or away. So go have fun. The family may rather be at Disney with a crying baby than at home with a crying baby. AND it may all work out better than you think! Reflux and colic hit both of mine at this age. It was bad everywhere we went so I preferred staying home. Looking back I wish I had the strength to just go have fun anyway!

Now, if YOU don't feel well, you may want to stay home. I can't imagine feeling like doing Disney 2 months post-partum. If momma ain't happy...

Good luck with EVERYTHING!

I was going to say the same thing. The growing spurts. Mine youngest had them every two weeks to build up my milkl. I ended up at 6-8 week mark making some thin cereal, she was just still hungry.

I made some thin in bottles with the cereal nipples, she was a good drinker no gagging.

THe other thing was, with her the timing. She just had these crying forever spurts about that time. New surroundings helped. She was usually in one part of the house so I changed rooms and took her to the TV room downstairs.

Resorted to a little peppermint shook in a water bottle, just to flavor and break up gas.

I would go. The stimulation, if you use a carrier, that helped me even around the house. I made Thanksgiving dinner with her on me. Well except around the stove, then she was so thrilled to sit on Pop Pops lap and watch.

Like clock work it was timing, the same time every evening, everyone was coming in from school, dad from work, the TV, footsteps TOOOo much stimulation for her in one small space.

Pick out one song to hum and stroke the same way, almost like the baby is back insode you so close, holding and softness of your voice to chill out, then she will be good to go again after the destrss fix.
A few new tos, we bought the ones that hung from the carrier, like Bees and bugs, you could pull down they made noise, when we made our first trip.
good luck,
di

 

[puffkin]

My first thought too was is he hungry? We had to start DS on cereal at about 10 weeks because he was maxing out on formula every day and was still hungry. He was instantly better and had no issues with the cereal. He even took it from the spoon very well even though he was so young (I would not give cereal through a bottle).

 

[DopeysMommy]

I think I am going to be the voice of dissension here. . .being in a hotel, heck being anywhere away from home, with a crying baby is very hard on all parties.

About a year ago we went to a friend's cabin with them, basically 3 rooms. Each family had a room. My then 6 mo old DS2 decided to teethe that week. Hours of crying on end. No one got any sleep. My H and DS1 couldn't sleep, since we were in totally close quarters. I had very little of my regular gear to help soothe him, AND we were in a weird place. We haven't been invited back.

I'm not saying you HAVE to cancel your trip, but I personally would not hold it against you.

 

[cigarboo]

I say go and have a good time. You'll be busy whether you're at Disney or at home because that's what having a baby is all about...Mommy-open 24/7. Just don't go to Disney expecting to see and do everything you were able to, before baby and make sure everyone in your party understands that some attractions might be missed or some days may not go as perfect as you planned. With a 3.5 yo it's easier in that he probably will get tired early also so any down time you get will probably benefit him. It sounds like you are very considerate, so don't worry about baby's crying bothering anyone. Anyone at Disney should expect to hear children doing what children do. Heck, if your older one starts getting overtired, he may be the one that makes the noise and not the baby. You never know with kids and you never know how vacations will go with the weather, sickness, etc. We went on a Disney cruise with baby 5mos and DS3 and it went perfectly smooth. The next year, 1 1/2 yo got the GI bug on a cruise and it would have been nice to have the creature comforts of home, but we still had fun and didn't regret going. Important thing is to just go with it and have realistic expectations. I hope you continue with your plan. Have fun!