Just recently I had the opportunity to visit the Disneyland Resort while I was 31 weeks pregnant. I’ve been to the parks while pregnant before, just never this pregnant and never in August. Boy was it hot! You may think that there’s not much you can do at Disney while you’re pregnant, but really the only things you miss out on are the bigger rides. There’s still so much to do and see! If you decide to visit the resort while you’re pregnant, here are my tips for having a great vacation:

Drink lots of water! Even if you have to go to the bathroom every 20 minutes, make sure you drink lots of water! Especially if you visit during the hot summer months, make sure to stay hydrated. There are water fountains throughout the parks and you can get free ice water at any counter service restaurant. I also really enjoyed getting wild cherry slushes from the cart in “a bug’s land” at California Adventure.

Take breaks. Let’s face it, we do a LOT of walking at the parks as well as a lot of standing in lines. This can cause some major swelling in your feet and legs when you’re pregnant. Be sure to take breaks! Go to a show, sit in the shade and people-watch, or eat lunch in an air conditioned restaurant. We got lunch at The Golden Horseshoe and caught a show.

Invest in a fan. Whether you bring your own or buy one of the spray fans at the parks, this is a must have if it’s hot out. And it was really hot while I was there! Nothing felt better while waiting in line than misting myself with cool water.

Wear a pregnancy belt. This was one thing I spaced out on and didn’t have with me. It would’ve made walking around the parks much more comfortable! It’s really for those who are already sporting a good sized baby bump so you won’t need one if you’re still early in your pregnancy.

Rent a scooter. We spent 4 1/2 days in the parks and by the 4th day, my feet were exhausted! So, I rented a scooter for our 4th day. If you can afford to rent an ECV, I strongly suggest getting one! I used it to get from point A to point B then parked it while we waited in line for rides. It felt so nice to be able to sit while going from ride to ride. ECV’s cost $50 a day plus tax and a refundable $20 deposit.

Pack snacks. If you have a certain snack you crave or something that helps keep the nausea at bay, take it with you into the parks. Spearmint gum was something I needed with me since gum is not sold in the parks (it helps with my heartburn-weird I know).

Wear comfortable shoes! Like I said earlier-you’ll be doing lots of walking and standing in lines at Disneyland. I made the mistake of wearing flip flops on our first day and my feet swelled up like balloons by the end of the day! Comfortable walking shoes are the best to wear while visiting the park whether you’re pregnant or not.

Stay on-site or within walking distance. At the end of a long day at the parks, nothing feels worse than having to walk a long way back to your hotel or wait for a shuttle. All 3 resort hotels are within an easy walking distance of the parks. If you can’t afford to stay on-site, there are many Good Neighbor hotels located across the street, also within easy walking distance. We stayed at the Best Western Plus Park Place Inn & Mini Suites. It’s located directly across the street from the entrance to the Disneyland Resort.

Have you visited Disneyland while pregnant? What tips did I miss?

While you won’t be able to ride everything, you can still have a fantastic time at Disneyland while pregnant! Be sure to listen to your body and take care of yourself, even if it means taking your time and going slow. I was able to experience things I’d never taken the time for before. We had a wonderful time and you can too!For help booking your Disneyland babymoon, email me at [email protected].