Should I take my 1 month old to Disneyland?

One of the best parts about bringing a baby to Disneyland is that they are free through 2 years old. So you'll want to take advantage of having a baby or 2-year-old in the park. You can expect to move a little slower with a baby or toddler, but you can also experience boundless joy in the simplest experiences.



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Yes, many attractions at Disneyland are suitable for babies, including “it's a small world,” Dumbo the Flying Elephant, Storybook Land Canal Boats, and Peter Pan's Flight. Look for rides with no height requirements, which are generally baby-friendly.

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Some rides and attractions have loud noises that might frighten your baby. Just ask a Cast Member at the entrance if you have any question that the ride or show might not be appropriate. This complete guide to everything scary for kids at Disneyland offers up some tips on what rides to avoid.

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Toddlers (1- almost 3 year olds) are a great age to experience Disneyland! At this point, they'll be old enough to go on many of the rides and enjoy the shows. They're also likely more aware of their surroundings and can better appreciate Mickey Mouse, princesses, and other characters.

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How to do Disneyland with a Baby (From a Mom of 8!)
  1. Bring along a big kid or adult helper. ...
  2. Bring a great baby carrier AND stroller. ...
  3. Find the Baby Care Centers and plan pit stops. ...
  4. Figure out which rides you can go on with baby. ...
  5. Plan for hotel naps or quiet time.


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I think you'll be happy to hear that children under 3 years of age do not require a ticket to experience Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. This means you also will not require to make a theme park ticket reservation for your youngest.

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It's always a great time to visit Disney theme parks! However, when planning a trip to the Disneyland Resort, expect lower crowds from mid-September through mid-November (before the Thanksgiving break). Mid-January through mid-March is another time when potentially lower crowds are expected.

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While I don't think you are crazy, and I think a trip with a newborn is doable, especially for a seasoned mama, for a first-time mom I might recommend you wait at least 8 weeks, but maybe even closer to 12-16 weeks. I have visited Disney while pregnant, but the youngest I have brought to Walt Disney World was 4 months.

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#1: Magic Kingdom It's probably no surprise that the Magic Kingdom tops this list! It has more than 15 rides that are safe for babies, such as classics like it's a small world, Jungle Cruise, Peter Pan's Flight, Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover, and Dumbo the Flying Elephant.

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Rider Switch is a very simple concept; it allows you or other members of your party to stay outside of a ride with the child/children while other members of your party wait in line. Once they're finished, guests with the Rider Switch pass don't have to stand in the standby line to enjoy the attraction.

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Animal Kingdom is a fantastic park for babies, especially if your little one has taken an interest in animals like ours (she's a big fan of birds, specifically). It's lush and green and full of places to see animals – plus some fun rides, too.

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Babies born at Disney Parks receive lifetime Annual Passes! Nope, unfortunately, this is not true, but the rumor has only grown since the first birth at a Disney property took place on July 4, 1979. Rosa and Elias Salcedo visited Disneyland 44 years ago to celebrate the 4th of July holiday.

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Children younger than age 3 do not need a ticket.

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No, Disney does not expect you to bring any proof of age for children under 3. The honor system is pretty easy to follow at that age, so you are good just arriving and having a magical time.

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The parks work on an honor system regarding the ages of young Guests, so Cast Members typically don't request proof of age for a child. Other than a theme park ticket for a child ages three or older, there is no need to bring along any form of identification for your kids.

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The answer is yes your baby will be able to ride on your lap on some rides, but check the Disneyland Resort website for height requirements. Those without height requirements will be okay. I was suprised to find this video of a 5 month old on Dumbo with mom (dad taking video, I presume).

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You'll have no problem bringing a standard diaper bag in with you. Disney's Park Rules & Regulations say that bags must be no larger than 24 long x 15 wide x 18 high, which is much larger than most average diaper bags.

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Infants do not need to be included in your Disney Park Pass Reservations, because Mouseketeers under the age of 3 are Mickey's special guests. They do not need a park ticket to enjoy the theme parks with their family and friends, so they don't need a reservation.

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In 2002, another Disneyland baby was delivered in the Park, this time backstage, when an expectant mother went into early labor outside the main entrance. And in 2012, another baby was born just outside Disneyland entrance after unexpected labor happened in the parking lot.

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Dumbo the Flying Elephant Dumbo is definitely THE quintessential first ride at Disney World for babies and toddlers.

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