Who started Babymoons?

But what if it were more of a thing for parents of a new infant to take some bonding time together with their progeny, like a honeymoon but now with the child? In fact, that's the original meaning of babymoon. It appears to have been coined by Sheila Kitzinger in her 1996 book The Year after Childbirth.



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Babymoon, a blend of baby and the -moon in honeymoon, was first used in the early 1990s to refer to a period of time for parents to spend alone with their new child soon after the child's birth.

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Babymoons are typically two to four nights long, but there are no hard and fast rules. If you prefer a week-long getaway, then go for it. Likewise, even an overnight babymoon at a wonderful inn or spa can be rejuvenating so don't let time constraints keep you from taking a pre-baby getaway.

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If this is your first baby, a babymoon sets aside time for you and your partner to have the romantic alone time you'll crave when you have a demanding new family member. If this is a subsequent pregnancy, a babymoon offers your family a moment to cherish how far you've come together.

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The original babymoon is postpartum. It used to widely mean a 'laying in' period of home rest AFTER childbirth. A calming period where mothers heal and where parents take the time to bond with their new arrival alone.

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All the major cruise lines have the same pregnancy policy: Guests are allowed to cruise through their 23rd week of pregnancy. If you will enter your 24th week before or any time during your cruise, you are not allowed to sail.

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During a healthy pregnancy, occasional air travel is almost always safe. Most airlines allow you to fly domestically until about 36 weeks of pregnancy. Your ob-gyn can provide proof of your due date if you need it. If you are planning an international flight, the cut-off for traveling may be earlier.

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The most common time to plan your babymoon is during the second trimester. It's the best time for babymoons because pregnant women tend to feel better between 14 and 28 weeks into pregnancy. It is recommended to avoid travel from the 37th week of pregnancy because it is too close to the due date.

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Babymoon do's and don'ts
  1. Do: Plan for the weather where you're going.
  2. Don't: Overdo it.
  3. Do: Think about what you'll eat at your destination.
  4. Do: Consider a day trip.
  5. Don't: Assume a babymoon has to be fancy.
  6. Don't: Overlook an invitation to be with close family or friends.
  7. Do: Make it adventurous, if you're up for it.


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In regard to pregnancy, the best time to plan a babymoon is usually in your second trimester, between 14 and 28 weeks. And though you can usually fly up to 36 weeks, it's always best to check with your doctor before booking that ticket.

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Beyond the 28th week, you'll need to take note of the guidelines below. If you're expecting one baby and want to travel between your 28th and 36th weeks, we'll need you to travel with a certificate from your doctor. The certificate should state that you have had no complications and your estimated delivery date.

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Generally, women are not allowed to travel by air after 36 weeks for domestic travel, and after 28 to 35 weeks for international travel. The decision on whether to travel and how far to travel at any time during pregnancy should be a joint decision between you and your healthcare provider or midwife.

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