Why do people take Babymoons?

It's both an homage to your life pre-baby and a way to celebrate the onesie-filled road ahead. 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.



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Some parents choose to have a babymoon because they see it as their last opportunity to enjoy a vacation alone without children. Other parents may find traveling during pregnancy too overwhelming. There's no right or wrong answer, as long as your doctor approves.

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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 a discretionary expense, and the cost varies significantly on income and circumstances. Most people pay for babymoons with a variety of income sources rather than, say, just a savings account. To avoid going into debt while planning your babymoon, you need to have a solid understanding of your finances.

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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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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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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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