tinkerbesh
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Do you have to make a Adr for a one year old
Yes - every person needs to be accounted for in all ADRs. It's a fire code thing, not financial. You won't be charged for a plate for the 1 year old.
Do you have to make a Adr for a one year old
Looking for some feedback on if a 1 year old should go to disney world. I am all about it, while my wife is totally against it. Maybe i am crazy, but i think it would be a blast and just so everyones aware it will not be our only trip, my wife and i agree we will go every 2 years. We just dont agree when we should start going. Any feedback is appreciated!
If you agree with me, any advice how to convince the spouse?
Thanks!
Personally, I wouldn't. But it all depends of how big of a "disnut" you are. If getting on a lot of rides isn't a big deal for you and you're ok with doing a lot of spectating - also VERY patient , and ok with returning to your hotel at least twice during the day and possibly missing out on fireworks, it could work. Also, your wife would have to be so laid back as well--either that or be OK with being a single rider.
The earliest age I would bring a child would be four. At that age they're able to walk on their own for a reasonable long period of time without having to be in the stroller or carried all the time. They're also a bit more tolerant of the heat and crowds and can follow most of the action going on around them whereas a smaller child can quickly become tired over stimulated, hot, and grouchy. I mean, just think about how HOT and exhausting a day at Disney is for an ADULT- imagine for a baby or toddler. My baby is almost 2 and she was worn out and irritable after 3 hours at the ZOO- how do you think shed be 12 hours in Disneyland?
I used to smh and get a little upset at parents I would see dragging their babies and toddlers under four through WDW or DL. I mean, on one hand they had my respect because I knew what a handful they were dealing with; naps, crying, grumpiness, frequent trips to the restroom, fighting to keep them out of the sun, carrying them, missing out on the "Adult rides" and being sequestered to fantasyland all day.
On the other hand, I didn't think it was fair to the kids. Most of them looked hot and miserable, were sleeping or getting bumped and jostled around in their strollers by fat tourists, and the babies didn't even know what was going on beyond their sippy cup. When you think about it, babies and little kids that young wont even remember the trip. The whole point of taking a child to Disney is for it to be a lifelong memory they can look back on fondly as part of their childhood and pass on to their own kids....also its a great card to throw when they turn into teenagers and start the emo "you dont care about me" phase.
Whats the point of spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars and going through all that drama and putting all that energy into a trip that most kids will NEVER experience and would KILL for, that isn't even going to be REMEMBERED a week or even an hour later?
Pssh. Not me. If Im gonna spend all that money, they damn well are gonna remember and appreciate it! Also, I like to ride on rides. I cant imagine spending the ENTIRE day in fantasy land and the pre-k areas. Thats why I say if you're gonna bring a baby, bring at least 2 other adults so 2 can go ride Space Mountain while one watches the baby, then switch off. Of course, doing it that way also makes your day LONGER because you're doing double the work. You could maybe bring the grandparents- they usually like a slower pace and aren't too interested in the big rides, and grandpa might be grumpy and ready to go back to the hotel and take a nap the same time Jr is.
First time I brought my kids, my son was 4 and my daughter was 7. We had a blast. I wasn't able to get on a lot of bigger rides I wanted but there were still enough (like Space Mountain, Matterhorn, BTMRR) that we could hit that we couldn't have if my son was a baby. Even then, I took them back many times after that but it was almost FOUR years before my son was tall enough where we could FINALLY ride Indiana Jones at Disneyland and Rockin Rollercoaster at WDW .
I think when parents bring babies that small its more for the PARENT than the actual child. Like some parents either feel "guilty" about leaving them, are super attached to their babies, or cant find a sitter.
But a 1 year old isn't gonna care one way or the other and would actually be more comfortable in the hotel room watching pepa pig and playing baby mega bloks in their diaper, which is a LOT cheaper.
Personally, I wouldn't. But it all depends of how big of a "disnut" you are. If getting on a lot of rides isn't a big deal for you and you're ok with doing a lot of spectating - also VERY patient , and ok with returning to your hotel at least twice during the day and possibly missing out on fireworks, it could work. Also, your wife would have to be so laid back as well--either that or be OK with being a single rider.
The earliest age I would bring a child would be four. At that age they're able to walk on their own for a reasonable long period of time without having to be in the stroller or carried all the time. They're also a bit more tolerant of the heat and crowds and can follow most of the action going on around them whereas a smaller child can quickly become tired over stimulated, hot, and grouchy. I mean, just think about how HOT and exhausting a day at Disney is for an ADULT- imagine for a baby or toddler. My baby is almost 2 and she was worn out and irritable after 3 hours at the ZOO- how do you think shed be 12 hours in Disneyland?
I used to smh and get a little upset at parents I would see dragging their babies and toddlers under four through WDW or DL. I mean, on one hand they had my respect because I knew what a handful they were dealing with; naps, crying, grumpiness, frequent trips to the restroom, fighting to keep them out of the sun, carrying them, missing out on the "Adult rides" and being sequestered to fantasyland all day.
On the other hand, I didn't think it was fair to the kids. Most of them looked hot and miserable, were sleeping or getting bumped and jostled around in their strollers by fat tourists, and the babies didn't even know what was going on beyond their sippy cup. When you think about it, babies and little kids that young wont even remember the trip. The whole point of taking a child to Disney is for it to be a lifelong memory they can look back on fondly as part of their childhood and pass on to their own kids....also its a great card to throw when they turn into teenagers and start the emo "you dont care about me" phase.
Whats the point of spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars and going through all that drama and putting all that energy into a trip that most kids will NEVER experience and would KILL for, that isn't even going to be REMEMBERED a week or even an hour later?
Pssh. Not me. If Im gonna spend all that money, they damn well are gonna remember and appreciate it! Also, I like to ride on rides. I cant imagine spending the ENTIRE day in fantasy land and the pre-k areas. Thats why I say if you're gonna bring a baby, bring at least 2 other adults so 2 can go ride Space Mountain while one watches the baby, then switch off. Of course, doing it that way also makes your day LONGER because you're doing double the work. You could maybe bring the grandparents- they usually like a slower pace and aren't too interested in the big rides, and grandpa might be grumpy and ready to go back to the hotel and take a nap the same time Jr is.
First time I brought my kids, my son was 4 and my daughter was 7. We had a blast. I wasn't able to get on a lot of bigger rides I wanted but there were still enough (like Space Mountain, Matterhorn, BTMRR) that we could hit that we couldn't have if my son was a baby. Even then, I took them back many times after that but it was almost FOUR years before my son was tall enough where we could FINALLY ride Indiana Jones at Disneyland and Rockin Rollercoaster at WDW .
I think when parents bring babies that small its more for the PARENT than the actual child. Like some parents either feel "guilty" about leaving them, are super attached to their babies, or cant find a sitter.
But a 1 year old isn't gonna care one way or the other and would actually be more comfortable in the hotel room watching pepa pig and playing baby mega bloks in their diaper, which is a LOT cheaper.
I understand your viewpoint, but having been to WDW with a toddler and going back next year with another toddler, I would rather take a baby to WDW than any other vacation destination because it is such a family/child friendly atmosphere and very accommodating to families with little ones which is why there are so many families with little ones at Disney. I am with the pp that stated that WDW is a family vacation and there is something for everyone and it isn't always feasible to wait until everyone is at the *perfect* age (if there is one) to go; especially if you have kids that are spread out in age. Yes it's a pricey trip, and if the price is the biggest issue then I'd definitely hold out until I was at the point where I wouldn't ponder any regrets; but life is too short and childhood is so fleeting so if DH and I were to approach investing in family experiences this way then we probably would have never got our family to WDW . Lastly, waiting until your kiddos are tall enough for the handful of rides with a height requirement wouldn't be a reason I would put off a Disney trip. 40 inches does seem to be that magic number for the few headliners with height requirements, but they still may not want to ride the ride even if they are tall enough. My 13 year old DD is 5"7 and taller than me and you can't pay her to go near Space Mountain, Rockin' Rollercoaster, or TOT
OT - but I am totally envious of your big family!!! Looks like a great crew!!
We wanted four, but after our 2nd we were diagnosed with unexplained infertility but ended up with a surprise pregnancy last year and our son is now 8 months old.
We love our family of five but geez, you guys must have so much fun!!!
Personally, I wouldn't. But it all depends of how big of a "disnut" you are. If getting on a lot of rides isn't a big deal for you and you're ok with doing a lot of spectating - also VERY patient , and ok with returning to your hotel at least twice during the day and possibly missing out on fireworks, it could work. Also, your wife would have to be so laid back as well--either that or be OK with being a single rider.
The earliest age I would bring a child would be four. At that age they're able to walk on their own for a reasonable long period of time without having to be in the stroller or carried all the time. They're also a bit more tolerant of the heat and crowds and can follow most of the action going on around them whereas a smaller child can quickly become tired over stimulated, hot, and grouchy. I mean, just think about how HOT and exhausting a day at Disney is for an ADULT- imagine for a baby or toddler. My baby is almost 2 and she was worn out and irritable after 3 hours at the ZOO- how do you think shed be 12 hours in Disneyland?
I used to smh and get a little upset at parents I would see dragging their babies and toddlers under four through WDW or DL. I mean, on one hand they had my respect because I knew what a handful they were dealing with; naps, crying, grumpiness, frequent trips to the restroom, fighting to keep them out of the sun, carrying them, missing out on the "Adult rides" and being sequestered to fantasyland all day.
On the other hand, I didn't think it was fair to the kids. Most of them looked hot and miserable, were sleeping or getting bumped and jostled around in their strollers by fat tourists, and the babies didn't even know what was going on beyond their sippy cup. When you think about it, babies and little kids that young wont even remember the trip. The whole point of taking a child to Disney is for it to be a lifelong memory they can look back on fondly as part of their childhood and pass on to their own kids....also its a great card to throw when they turn into teenagers and start the emo "you dont care about me" phase.
Whats the point of spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars and going through all that drama and putting all that energy into a trip that most kids will NEVER experience and would KILL for, that isn't even going to be REMEMBERED a week or even an hour later?
Pssh. Not me. If Im gonna spend all that money, they damn well are gonna remember and appreciate it! Also, I like to ride on rides. I cant imagine spending the ENTIRE day in fantasy land and the pre-k areas. Thats why I say if you're gonna bring a baby, bring at least 2 other adults so 2 can go ride Space Mountain while one watches the baby, then switch off. Of course, doing it that way also makes your day LONGER because you're doing double the work. You could maybe bring the grandparents- they usually like a slower pace and aren't too interested in the big rides, and grandpa might be grumpy and ready to go back to the hotel and take a nap the same time Jr is.
First time I brought my kids, my son was 4 and my daughter was 7. We had a blast. I wasn't able to get on a lot of bigger rides I wanted but there were still enough (like Space Mountain, Matterhorn, BTMRR) that we could hit that we couldn't have if my son was a baby. Even then, I took them back many times after that but it was almost FOUR years before my son was tall enough where we could FINALLY ride Indiana Jones at Disneyland and Rockin Rollercoaster at WDW .
I think when parents bring babies that small its more for the PARENT than the actual child. Like some parents either feel "guilty" about leaving them, are super attached to their babies, or cant find a sitter.
But a 1 year old isn't gonna care one way or the other and would actually be more comfortable in the hotel room watching pepa pig and playing baby mega bloks in their diaper, which is a LOT cheaper.
Yes!! We can't imagine our lives without him!! It's just the way it's supposed to be.Yes, we bring the party to where ever we go, lol! Our youngest DD was also our surprise blessing, but I am sure you feel the same way I do in that it feels like the surprise one was always meant to be here .
Personally, I would never do it. My DS is soon to be 8 and we are taking him for the first time. Now, if the trip would be solely for you and not for the child at all, then maybe...depending on how tolerant you are. Personally I think 1 would be the WORST age to take a child. Child will likely be afraid of EVERYTHING (rides and characters both), will be miserable in the heat, won't want to stay put in a stroller, will be cranky if regular sleep/nap schedule is off which it would likely be. If you and DW want to ride any rides that child can't, you would have to do ride swap and not ride together. Just out of curiosity, how are you picturing the trip? How would it be fun?
And you're basing this on what experience? We've taken our two youngest sons at age 1 and they were fantastic vacations! We went in Nov/Dec so it wasn't too hot. They didn't spend all day in strollers but rather toddled down main st and thru the countries of Epcot at their own pace smiling and enjoying the different sites and sounds - exploring like little ones should. When they were tired, we rested. We didn't have a single meltdown! Do they remember the trip - no, of course not. But we do and share the stories with them now - they enjoy hearing them. They enjoy seeing the pictures. Family vacations are about sharing time as a family. So, if we took your advice and waited until they were 8 to take a vacation to Disney we would still be waiting to go. That makes me sad to think of all of the wonderful memories we would have missed out on.
Oh... And BTW, 8 year olds get hot, and tired, and cranky too... So be ready.
Op, you asked for experiences - we have taken 1 year olds and we would do it again in a heartbeat. Be ready to go at baby's pace, be ready to take breaks, know that you won't see and do it all, and you'll be fine. It's all about expectations. As far as convincing your spouse - ugh... Just keep talking about it. Ask her what her concerns are and try to come up with solutions. Maybe compromise and set an age that you can both be happy with?
Even adults get hot and cranky....I was 20 weeks pregnant on our trip last August....I was a bear to deal with. I bet my family wondered why they hadn't left me behind.
Soooo, since your child is 8 and you are now taking him to WDW for the first time have you not vacationed as a family in 8 years because your child was too young?Personally, I would never do it. My DS is soon to be 8 and we are taking him for the first time. Now, if the trip would be solely for you and not for the child at all, then maybe...depending on how tolerant you are. Personally I think 1 would be the WORST age to take a child. Child will likely be afraid of EVERYTHING (rides and characters both), will be miserable in the heat, won't want to stay put in a stroller, will be cranky if regular sleep/nap schedule is off which it would likely be. If you and DW want to ride any rides that child can't, you would have to do ride swap and not ride together. Just out of curiosity, how are you picturing the trip? How would it be fun?
Looking for some feedback on if a 1 year old should go to disney world. I am all about it, while my wife is totally against it. Maybe i am crazy, but i think it would be a blast and just so everyones aware it will not be our only trip, my wife and i agree we will go every 2 years. We just dont agree when we should start going. Any feedback is appreciated!
If you agree with me, any advice how to convince the spouse?
Thanks!
We had to make them for our 3 month old infantsDo you have to make a Adr for a one year old
Even adults get hot and cranky....I was 20 weeks pregnant on our trip last August....I was a bear to deal with. I bet my family wondered why they hadn't left me behind.