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Disney with a 2-year-old
Posted on 3/12/21 at 1:42 pm
Posted on 3/12/21 at 1:42 pm
My wife is a teacher, so she still gets a spring break, and we're doing Disney World with our toddler. Has anyone done this? Will I beam with joy at experiencing my kid taking it all in or will I wake up on day 2 like this?
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Posted on 3/12/21 at 2:06 pm to Nix to Twillie
2 seems a little young
I have a 2 year and I just don't think she would grasp most of it
we took our oldest when she was 3.5 and she was old enough to really enjoy the experience
obviously you will be limited in what y'all do and I don't know what Disney is right now with all the COVID stuff, but you should be able to enjoy it if you lower expectations and embrace your limitations
I have a 2 year and I just don't think she would grasp most of it
we took our oldest when she was 3.5 and she was old enough to really enjoy the experience
obviously you will be limited in what y'all do and I don't know what Disney is right now with all the COVID stuff, but you should be able to enjoy it if you lower expectations and embrace your limitations
Posted on 3/12/21 at 3:49 pm to Nix to Twillie
This Easter/spring break will likely be the biggest crowds Disney has seen since reopening last July.
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Biggest piece of advice I can give is to make sure you have a comfortable stroller so your child can nap and not throw them off their normal routine. I would not recommend renting the hard plastic Disney strollers to anyone and don’t opt for a cheap small umbrella stroller just because it’s easier to get on and off the bus.
Most of the attractions for that age aren’t some of the busiest but look into the must dues in each park for kids that age and knock them out early. For example, Frozen ever after in Epcot and Peter Pan in Magic Kingdom Are both extremely popular attractions. I recommend making sure you At those parks at least 30 minutes before they are advertised open for the day and head straight to them to do them first.
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Biggest piece of advice I can give is to make sure you have a comfortable stroller so your child can nap and not throw them off their normal routine. I would not recommend renting the hard plastic Disney strollers to anyone and don’t opt for a cheap small umbrella stroller just because it’s easier to get on and off the bus.
Most of the attractions for that age aren’t some of the busiest but look into the must dues in each park for kids that age and knock them out early. For example, Frozen ever after in Epcot and Peter Pan in Magic Kingdom Are both extremely popular attractions. I recommend making sure you At those parks at least 30 minutes before they are advertised open for the day and head straight to them to do them first.
Posted on 3/12/21 at 4:39 pm to Nix to Twillie
We took ours when they were 2 and 5. The good was that the 2yo was free. That's all the good there was. She made it a day and a half. First day at Magic Kindgom was ok. She did have fun seeing the characters and some of the small rides, but a full day is just too much. We paid for it on day 2.
The 1/2 day at Animal Kingdom was horrible (kicking and screaming on the way out). The 5yo had no problems for 3 days. We had grandparents with us so they kept the 2yo the second half of day 2 and all day 3.
Took them back last March before they shut it down for Covid (left the resort Sunday morning and they shut it down Sunday evening). They were 6 and 9 and it was a MUCH better experience. Full 5 days with very minimal issues this time.
My advice, dont do it.
Edit: If you do decide to do it and want to get the character autographs, my daughters really like this character encyclopedia. Also get the clickable Sharpe markers. Im not 100% that is the newest version.
The 1/2 day at Animal Kingdom was horrible (kicking and screaming on the way out). The 5yo had no problems for 3 days. We had grandparents with us so they kept the 2yo the second half of day 2 and all day 3.
Took them back last March before they shut it down for Covid (left the resort Sunday morning and they shut it down Sunday evening). They were 6 and 9 and it was a MUCH better experience. Full 5 days with very minimal issues this time.
My advice, dont do it.
Edit: If you do decide to do it and want to get the character autographs, my daughters really like this character encyclopedia. Also get the clickable Sharpe markers. Im not 100% that is the newest version.
This post was edited on 3/12/21 at 4:47 pm
Posted on 3/12/21 at 7:18 pm to Nix to Twillie
The first time we went to Disney in 2009 the older kids were 6, 4 and 2 1/2.
The 2 1/2 year old did great! But maybe he was trying to keep up with the others - but we had no problems. It was a very enjoyable trip.
The 2 1/2 year old did great! But maybe he was trying to keep up with the others - but we had no problems. It was a very enjoyable trip.
Posted on 3/12/21 at 7:23 pm to Nix to Twillie
Yall driving or flying ? We planned to take our 2 year old to disney in October but ended up leaving him behind with my mother once we saw how stupid the airlines were being about trying to make kids wear masks. It wasn't a muh freedom or defiance thing with us there was just no way he would keep the damn thing on. He doesn't understand.
Posted on 3/12/21 at 7:27 pm to Nix to Twillie
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My wife is a teacher, so she still gets a spring break, and we're doing Disney World with our toddler. Has anyone done this? Will I beam with joy at experiencing my kid taking it all in or will I wake up on day 2 like this?
It's pretty easy, think the first time we went is when she was 1, but we have family down there and go all the time.
Bring a very light stroller that is as foldable as possible. Something you don't mind carrying for getting on and off transport. Make sure it lays back too. You can stick them in that when it's time for a nap and you can walk around hang out snacking on foods a such.
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don’t opt for a cheap small umbrella stroller just because it’s easier to get on and off the bus.
They make better versions of this size that aren't cheap, it's what we used every time. Bringing the big honking bastards is awful.
This post was edited on 3/12/21 at 7:30 pm
Posted on 3/13/21 at 6:17 am to Nix to Twillie
Too young.
Posted on 3/13/21 at 6:36 am to Nix to Twillie
We did an extended family trip to Disney (25 people) years ago so we took our 2yo and 4yo along. She decided that she was ready for toilet training a day or two before the trip so we had to have the damn toilet seat in tow. Not ideal but now she is 20 and has no recollection of the trip so I would say save Disney for 5 and up.
Posted on 3/13/21 at 11:44 am to Nix to Twillie
We went pre covid with a 2 and 3 year old. They loved it. I'm not sure how it would be now though since they don't have the character greets. They thought that was the best part. They got to do plenty of rides though.
We made time each day to give them a nap right after lunch. We never left the park, just had them both get in their strollers and laid the seats all the way back then threw a cover over it to make it dark.
It was actually pretty nice because everyone else would go off and do things they wanted to do for an hour or so and me and the wife would walk around until they fell asleep then parked somewhere with a beer/drink and just relaxed for a while (best place for this by far was Epcot).
We made time each day to give them a nap right after lunch. We never left the park, just had them both get in their strollers and laid the seats all the way back then threw a cover over it to make it dark.
It was actually pretty nice because everyone else would go off and do things they wanted to do for an hour or so and me and the wife would walk around until they fell asleep then parked somewhere with a beer/drink and just relaxed for a while (best place for this by far was Epcot).
Posted on 3/13/21 at 9:04 pm to Nix to Twillie
I am assuming it’s too late in your planning process, but you may want to consider Disneyland over Disney world with small kids.
The parks are smaller, typically less crowded and you can walk to them from your hotel. We did this for our first trip with our kids who were 18 months, 3, and 5 at the time of our trip.
Go early when the parks are less crowded be ready to leave when they are tired. Plan to spend time at the pool so they can decompress from the park.
Rent one of the big strollers so you have plenty of room for the child and all the crap that your wife will insist on bringing.
The parks are smaller, typically less crowded and you can walk to them from your hotel. We did this for our first trip with our kids who were 18 months, 3, and 5 at the time of our trip.
Go early when the parks are less crowded be ready to leave when they are tired. Plan to spend time at the pool so they can decompress from the park.
Rent one of the big strollers so you have plenty of room for the child and all the crap that your wife will insist on bringing.
Posted on 3/14/21 at 12:20 pm to Nix to Twillie
Potty trained? If so it can be done but your child will not remember it. Not potty trained is a definite no, especially if just the three of you. IMHO of course.
Posted on 3/14/21 at 1:03 pm to Nix to Twillie
May be worth waiting another year. They will get some enjoyment, but for the most part it’ll be just for you & your wife’s memories. Can’t visit with characters, all of the shows are shutdown. AK was basically a waste of a day for us do to health restrictions & no live shows. As others said, you can get a better experience at a zoo.
If you do decide to go bring your own stroller (especially if you have a jogging/street stroller) . You’ll also want something to block them from the sun when sleeping, and a small fan to move the air around them. Would also be worth a carrier that can strap them to your chest or shoulders for when they are alert.
If you do decide to go bring your own stroller (especially if you have a jogging/street stroller) . You’ll also want something to block them from the sun when sleeping, and a small fan to move the air around them. Would also be worth a carrier that can strap them to your chest or shoulders for when they are alert.
Posted on 3/15/21 at 11:15 am to Nix to Twillie
2 is an amazing age to take a kid to Disney. They usually nap in a stroller pretty easily and they can still be in diapers, so it can be easier to not have to constantly take bathroom breaks with them.
But the most important reason to go to Disney with a kid that age, is they believe everything is real and the characters are real. Go with a 7 year old and they know they are just, characters.
I live in Florida so we go every 12-18 months for a long weekend and my kids definitely still remember things from when they were very little at Disney.
I'm not really sure what it means if you would only go to DW once ever with a kid? So you will never go back with them if you go at 5? Disney doesn't have to be a week long $10,000 vacation. You can swing in for 2 nights and spend a lot loss and still have a fantastic time while doing other things on your vacation.
ETA: I pretty much despise Disney for my own vacation, waiting in lines crammed in with people is not something I enjoy. But my wife enjoys it and furthermore we both enjoy how much fun our kids have.
But the most important reason to go to Disney with a kid that age, is they believe everything is real and the characters are real. Go with a 7 year old and they know they are just, characters.
I live in Florida so we go every 12-18 months for a long weekend and my kids definitely still remember things from when they were very little at Disney.
I'm not really sure what it means if you would only go to DW once ever with a kid? So you will never go back with them if you go at 5? Disney doesn't have to be a week long $10,000 vacation. You can swing in for 2 nights and spend a lot loss and still have a fantastic time while doing other things on your vacation.
ETA: I pretty much despise Disney for my own vacation, waiting in lines crammed in with people is not something I enjoy. But my wife enjoys it and furthermore we both enjoy how much fun our kids have.
This post was edited on 3/15/21 at 11:17 am
Posted on 3/18/21 at 8:32 am to Nix to Twillie
People think I’m nuts but 2 is an awesome age for Disney. They are free for one thing and they love everything. I’ve done it 3 times now and never had issues. One trip we took breaks and all napped. One trip we let the kid sleep in the stroller. We abused the hell out of the child swap system too and we all got to ride certain rides multiple times.
Do it and don’t let anyone talk you out of it. There is a magic before age 5 that you will never get again so take advantage of it. People who wait really have no valid reason to do so but don’t really want to spend the money on their kids yet.
Do it and don’t let anyone talk you out of it. There is a magic before age 5 that you will never get again so take advantage of it. People who wait really have no valid reason to do so but don’t really want to spend the money on their kids yet.
Posted on 3/20/21 at 3:38 am to Nix to Twillie
Be sure to tell every person who asks about your kid not wearing a mask that they turn two next week. They don’t care, they’re just obligated to ask
Posted on 3/22/21 at 10:12 pm to Nix to Twillie
As I sit here in our hotel room, after just finishing up an entire day at universal and islands of adventure with my wife and 2 sons (13 and 10), you couldn’t pay me to take a 2 year old to a theme park for a day. No damn way. Besides, it’s a total waste because they won’t remember a thing about it. We had an absolute blast though.
This post was edited on 3/22/21 at 10:48 pm
Posted on 3/23/21 at 7:32 am to Nix to Twillie
We just got back from a week at Disney.
I'd never take a 2 year old there, but I don't have any issue with those that want to do it. There's still plenty for them to do.
I'd never take a 2 year old there, but I don't have any issue with those that want to do it. There's still plenty for them to do.
Posted on 3/27/21 at 9:33 am to Nix to Twillie
Will your two year old keep a mask on? We looked into going to Disney and I couldn’t believe their mask policy is 2 and up. There’s no way in hell my two year old will wear a mask and I don’t know many two year olds that would. So, we’re going to Universal because their mask policy is 3 and up.
Posted on 4/8/21 at 8:22 am to Nix to Twillie
I am curious how strict they are with the mask policy for 2-year olds. Do they really enforce it for young kids?
ETA: We are thinking about what to do this summer for vacation with our soon to be 2 year old, and another trip to Disney after going just last October keeps coming up. She was under the age requirement for a mask then. There is no way she will put a mask on, much less keep one on, as others here have said.
ETA: We are thinking about what to do this summer for vacation with our soon to be 2 year old, and another trip to Disney after going just last October keeps coming up. She was under the age requirement for a mask then. There is no way she will put a mask on, much less keep one on, as others here have said.
This post was edited on 4/8/21 at 8:24 am
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